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Couples who have been hitched for years decided to tie the knot all over again at a Southeast church during a ceremony designed to promote the institution of marriage among African Americans.
Wedding bells chimed at least in the hearts of 75 couples who renewed their vows at Union Temple Church, Sun., March 28 in observance of Black Marriage Day.
“I see so many people breaking up these days, we’re very grateful to be among the ones who have stayed together,†said Charles Matthews, Sr., of Waldorf, Md., who renewed his vows with Valerie, his wife of 31 years.
Wedding bells chimed at least in the hearts of 75 couples who renewed their vows at Union Temple Church, Sun., March 28 in observance of Black Marriage Day.
“I see so many people breaking up these days, we’re very grateful to be among the ones who have stayed together,†said Charles Matthews, Sr., of Waldorf, Md., who renewed his vows with Valerie, his wife of 31 years.
Lyndia GrantThe Lord placed “The Lord’s Prayer†in my spirit as my topic for this week. We must pay closer attention to what it is we say, when we pray. Jesus taught the disciples in each line, so that each would be covered and not pray with empty or vain repetitions.
The scripture says: In Matthew 6:11; “But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Leah Woody, first place winner, is one of the 18 students who vied for top honors at the All Nations Baptist Church Annual Spelling Bee. The annual event is coordinated by Sunday Enrichment School Superintendent, Minister Paulette Holloway (rear). Courtesy PhotoThe All Nations Baptist Church in Northeast hosted its Second annual Spelling Bee, Sun., Feb. 28 in the church’s sanctuary and kept friends, family members and organizers of the Bee on pins and needles to the very end.
Lyndia Grant
For We are Saved by Hope
By Lyndia Grant
For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it. Romans 8: 14-15. This scripture is rich.
In reading the eighth chapter of the book of Romans, it became obvious to me, that the Word reminds us to "Keep Hope Alive. Though most of us know that phase made widely popular The Reverend Jesse Jackson, let us also remember, Rev. Jackson is a man of God and he has studied the Word. Therefore, when he reminded us to "Keep Hope Alive"no truer words have been spoken.
The annual men's conference at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Upper Marlboro, Md., scored a stunning touchdown and victory this year as more than 4,000 men participated in the Red Zone, a day-long conference that featured such national sports figures like celebrity-coach-turned analyst Tony Dungy; host of NFL Today, James J.B. Brown and former Washington Redskins Coach Jim Zorn who, was recently named the quarterbacks coach for the Baltimore Ravens.
Lyndia Grant
His Eye is on the Sparrow
In the scripture, according to the book of Matthew 10:29-31, it reads: “Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? And one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.â€
Were not His children far more to their heavenly Father? Not only were they God's offspring as mankind universally is, but we are His children by grace through faith. You do your part, and He will take care of the rest, that spiritual part of blessings that will come into your life – expect a miracle!
In the scripture, according to the book of Matthew 10:29-31, it reads: “Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? And one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.â€
Were not His children far more to their heavenly Father? Not only were they God's offspring as mankind universally is, but we are His children by grace through faith. You do your part, and He will take care of the rest, that spiritual part of blessings that will come into your life – expect a miracle!
Lenora “Doll†Carter, NNPA Publisher, Mourned at 69
Black publishers around the nation are mourning the sudden death of Houston Forward Times Publisher Lenora “Doll†Carter, treasurer of the board of directors for the National Newspaper Publishers Association and a former NNPA Publisher of the Year. Carter died of apparent heart attack in her home in Houston, Texas, Sat., April 10. She was 69.
A publisher, mother, grandmother and community servant, Carter was also a devoted wife to James McDaniel.
Black publishers around the nation are mourning the sudden death of Houston Forward Times Publisher Lenora “Doll†Carter, treasurer of the board of directors for the National Newspaper Publishers Association and a former NNPA Publisher of the Year. Carter died of apparent heart attack in her home in Houston, Texas, Sat., April 10. She was 69.
A publisher, mother, grandmother and community servant, Carter was also a devoted wife to James McDaniel.
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Leaders pray for health care during Black Clergy Day calling for the Elimination of AIDS Act include (left to right), Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), Rep. Charles Rangel (D-N.Y.); Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts III, C. Virginia Fields, Rev. D. Darrell Griffin and Rev. Ruby Gilliam.
More than 50 prominent ministers from around the country gathered at the Capitol recently to urge support for the National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act of 2009.
In a day-long event organized by the National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS (NBLCA), the ministers tied the fate of the National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act to health care reform.
Leaders pray for health care during Black Clergy Day calling for the Elimination of AIDS Act include (left to right), Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), Rep. Charles Rangel (D-N.Y.); Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts III, C. Virginia Fields, Rev. D. Darrell Griffin and Rev. Ruby Gilliam.
More than 50 prominent ministers from around the country gathered at the Capitol recently to urge support for the National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act of 2009.
In a day-long event organized by the National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS (NBLCA), the ministers tied the fate of the National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act to health care reform.
Lyndia Grant
“For We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight” Hebrews 11:1
Last week, I promised to provide readers with a new principle over the course of 13 weeks, as presented by author Napoleon Hill, in his book, “Think and Grow Rich.” Riches meaning, anything you want, and not necessarily money. Before I give you the second principle, which is “faith” – I thought it wise for me to share the entire list with you.
Desire. Hill believed that a burning desire is the starting point for all achievement. Do you have a burning desire? Have you ever had one? It appears that those who are most successful live with a series of desires, passions, and accomplishments in mind.
The Reverend Kimberly Brown Barnes was appointed pastor of Gethsemane African Methodist Episcopal Church in Landover, Md., during the 60th Session of the Washington Annual Conference, April 20-24 at Reid Temple AME Church in Glen Dale, Md. She joins the ranks of nearly a dozen women who pastor AME churches in the Washington conference of the Second Episcopal District.
“This is my first pastorate and it is very humbling but at the same time very exciting,” Barnes told the small congregation as she led her first service Sun., April 25.
“We have come open, excited, and a little nervous, but we are so excited about what God is going to do here at Gethsemane,” she said.
Family members and friends joined Barnes and nearly 30 members of the Gethsemane congregation at the worship service currently held in the auditorium at Kenmoor Elementary School, 3211 82nd Avenue in Landover. Among them was the Rev. Marie Braxton, of Metropolitan AME Church in the District, where she co-pastors with her husband the Rev. Ronald Braxton.
“This is a new day for Gethsemane and for Metropolitan because we have had to send our baby out of the nest, and we know she is going to do great things for the Lord,” Braxton said. Barnes joined Metropolitan 15 years ago and she has served with the Braxtons as the assistant pastor to Pastoral Care and Youth Ministry for 12 years.
“This is the day we had to let her go,” Braxton said, before handing Barnes a preaching handkerchief as a gift for her new appointment.
“You know that in the ministry you have to walk a journey sometimes that will require you to shed some tears. Use it to preach and then use it to dry your tears. We’ve taken good care of her and she is prepared.”
In addition to her ministry to young people, Barnes has extended her reach globally particularly in Africa where she has advocated on behalf of the people of Darfur in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her advocacy led her to serve as the co-facilitator of the Darfur Interfaith Network, leading to events she has coordinated in the D.C. area, along with appearances on NBC4’s Viewpoint. She coordinated a joint vigil between Metropolitan AME Church and Washington Hebrew Congregation in front of the Sudanese Embassy in the District in which 300 people participated.
Due to her activism on behalf of the people of Darfur, Barnes was nominated by the Washington Chapter of the American Jewish Committee to travel to Israel with a delegation of Protestant clergy. Her experience in Israel and Palestine further enhanced her commitment to humanitarian efforts.
As an advocate for the women of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who have been victims of abuse with the recent war, Barnes participated in
the Third Black Women’s International Congress in Kinshasa.
Barnes holds a Bachelor of Arts from Loyola Marymount University in Political Science and a minor degree in French. She holds a Master of Arts from Howard University in Political Science and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She also holds a Master of Divinity from Wesley Theological Seminary. She is enrolled at Wesley Theological Seminary in pursuit of a Doctor of Ministry.
She is married to the Rev. Rodney Barnes, a Washingtonian, who will serve as Gethsemane’s assistant pastor. His ministerial responsibilities will include the men’s ministry, music ministry and evangelism. He is also a member of the Montgomery County Police Department.
“This is my first pastorate and it is very humbling but at the same time very exciting,” Barnes told the small congregation as she led her first service Sun., April 25.
“We have come open, excited, and a little nervous, but we are so excited about what God is going to do here at Gethsemane,” she said.
Family members and friends joined Barnes and nearly 30 members of the Gethsemane congregation at the worship service currently held in the auditorium at Kenmoor Elementary School, 3211 82nd Avenue in Landover. Among them was the Rev. Marie Braxton, of Metropolitan AME Church in the District, where she co-pastors with her husband the Rev. Ronald Braxton.
“This is a new day for Gethsemane and for Metropolitan because we have had to send our baby out of the nest, and we know she is going to do great things for the Lord,” Braxton said. Barnes joined Metropolitan 15 years ago and she has served with the Braxtons as the assistant pastor to Pastoral Care and Youth Ministry for 12 years.
“This is the day we had to let her go,” Braxton said, before handing Barnes a preaching handkerchief as a gift for her new appointment.
“You know that in the ministry you have to walk a journey sometimes that will require you to shed some tears. Use it to preach and then use it to dry your tears. We’ve taken good care of her and she is prepared.”
In addition to her ministry to young people, Barnes has extended her reach globally particularly in Africa where she has advocated on behalf of the people of Darfur in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her advocacy led her to serve as the co-facilitator of the Darfur Interfaith Network, leading to events she has coordinated in the D.C. area, along with appearances on NBC4’s Viewpoint. She coordinated a joint vigil between Metropolitan AME Church and Washington Hebrew Congregation in front of the Sudanese Embassy in the District in which 300 people participated.
Due to her activism on behalf of the people of Darfur, Barnes was nominated by the Washington Chapter of the American Jewish Committee to travel to Israel with a delegation of Protestant clergy. Her experience in Israel and Palestine further enhanced her commitment to humanitarian efforts.
As an advocate for the women of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who have been victims of abuse with the recent war, Barnes participated in
the Third Black Women’s International Congress in Kinshasa.
Barnes holds a Bachelor of Arts from Loyola Marymount University in Political Science and a minor degree in French. She holds a Master of Arts from Howard University in Political Science and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She also holds a Master of Divinity from Wesley Theological Seminary. She is enrolled at Wesley Theological Seminary in pursuit of a Doctor of Ministry.
She is married to the Rev. Rodney Barnes, a Washingtonian, who will serve as Gethsemane’s assistant pastor. His ministerial responsibilities will include the men’s ministry, music ministry and evangelism. He is also a member of the Montgomery County Police Department.
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