30 COGIC Leaders Died from Coronavirus in 2020
*Back in 2020, the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), a predominantly African American denomination, reported that up to 30 leaders passed away as a result of complications from the coronavirus. According to Bishop Brandon B. Porter of the COGIC General Board, two of the 12 board members, Bishop Nathaniel Wyoming Wells, Jr., and Bishop […]
Viral Video Shows Teen Forced to Apologize to Church for Pregnancy, Pastor Confronted | Watch
*A Virginia Pastor at the True Vine Apostolic Church in Hampton is catching heat on social media after forcing a teenager to apologize to the congregation for her pregnancy. The clip, shared by award-winning journalist Jemele Hill, was filmed at the church led by Bishop Terry Jackson and First Lady Paulette Jackson. Many online comments […]
Socialist Jason Shelton Says the Black Church Has Evolved from A Fundamental Part of Life to A Voluntary Institution
*The state of the Black church is a major item of interest for Jason Shelton. The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) sociologist, whose new book, “The Contemporary Black Church: The New Dynamics of African American Religion” explores the current scene surrounding Black houses of worship, is bringing personal and professional experiences and influences into […]
SiriusXM’s ‘Auto Trends’ Talks to Former Pro Athlete Galvanizing Black Men Around Prostate Cancer
*Auto Trends with JeffCars.com, the only syndicated multicultural automotive program in North America, is kicking off its 8th radio season, focusing on a life-changing disease that has personally impacted the host of the program, Jeff Fortson, an 11-year prostate cancer survivor. With September being Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Kris Bennett, a former professional athlete, joins […]
SiriusXM’s ‘Auto Trends’ Kicks Off New Season Talking Young Black Men and Prostate Cancer
*To kick off Auto Trends with JeffCars.com, a syndicated multicultural automotive program, seventh season on the air, we’re switching gears this week from focusing on cars to directing our attention to a disease that affects Black men disproportionately – prostate cancer. According to the latest data, 1 in 6 Black men will be diagnosed with […]
My Alternative Lifestyle: The Toxic Relationship between the LGBTQIA Community and the Black Church
*The hypocrisy and homophobia in the black church are baffling to me. These are dirty little secrets that are often overlooked by worshipers. Members of the LGBTQIA community are used as pawns within the church. We are often valued for what we bring to the choirs, the HIV/AIDS ministry, theatrical church programs, and the like, […]
Who Is This Woman Trying To Set Fire to a Black Church in Berkeley? (Watch)
*Police need your help in identifying a woman caught on video surveillance trying twice to set a Black church on fire in Berkeley, Calif. For the second time in a year, a Black church in Berkeley was the target of an arson attack that the pastor believes was racially-motivated, reports local CBS affiliate KPIX. Ebenezer […]
Tulsa Woman Has Dressed Up for Viral Church Service Every Week for Past Year
*Dr. Laverne Wimberly, 82, is a dedicated member of the Metropolitan Baptist Church in Tulsa, which switched to online service in March 2020. Every week since then, she gets dressed to the Nines, complete with a colorful hat, jewelry, and a big smile for the virtual service. She posts each outfit on Facebook online along […]
Here’s How the Church of God in Christ is Campaigning Against Abortion
*While the campaign against abortion advances across the nation, Black churches are allegedly offering support to at-risk mothers who choose to give birth. According to the Christian Post, the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), a Pentecostal-Holiness denomination with over 6.5 million members worldwide, has teamed with pro-life network Human Coalition to aid Black women […]
Tweet is Over the Black Church + Daughter Shenice Says Pastors Tried to Smash (WATCH)
*90’s singer Tweet wants y’all to know that she is totally over the Black church, and she hit up social media to explain what exactly has got her so heated. As noted by The YBF, it seems her daughter Shenice shares her frustration, as the two had a one-on-one discussion on Instagram Live about […]
Gospel Star Anthony Evans Goes to ‘Unexpected Places’ with His Music and Life (EUR Exclusive!)
*In 2012, inspirational singer Anthony Evans hit the mainstream when he appeared on the second season of the “The Voice” on Team Aguilera. As the son of a pastor and a recording artist, the show solidified his commitment to his faith, craft, and opened new doors for his career. However, as his star shined brighter […]
If the Middle Black Family Hits Zero Wealth Does it Mean the End of the Black Church? (WATCH)
*Attorney Antonio Moore and Guest Pastor Kevin Cosby who is also president of HBCU Simmons College, discuss the impact of racial wealth inequality on the black church in America on Moore’s weekly show Tonetalks on Dash Radio. Dr. Cosby delivers a powerful call to action for the black community, and black families to rebuild African […]
Steps to bring iconic Civil Rights Anthem Back to the People Marches in Place (EUR Exclusive!)
We shall overcome, We shall overcome, We shall overcome, some day. Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe We shall overcome, some day. *Those stirring words from the first verse of the iconic song “We Shall Overcome” shaped the Civil Rights Movement and became the battle cry for African Americans throughout the late 1950s, […]
Toolkit for Black Church Leaders Helps Reduce Teen Pregnancy Rates
*For many in the African-American community, the Black church has historically been a place where tough community issues are addressed, and that is why The National Campaign to Prevent Teen pregnancy and Unplanned Pregnancy (The National Campaign), Values Partnerships (VPI), and prominent faith leaders nationwide have teamed up to provide important resources to Black clergy […]
Jasmyne Cannick: On Candidates Relying on the Black Church to Get Them the Victory
*I’m 38 and the majority of Blacks in my generation do not attend church. The numbers are even higher when you factor in millennials and the group behind them. It’s a problem that even Black churches acknowledge as their congregations are older and older and smaller and smaller. Fact check it. I’m not hating […]
