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August 20, 2024

Raphael Warnock Says ‘We’re All God’s Children,’ Calls Trump ‘a Plague on the American Conscience’ in Rousing DNC Speech Centered on Unity

Raphael Warnock’s speech at the Democratic National Convention centered Christianity, reminding listeners that he is also a Baptist preacher. The post Raphael Warnock Says ‘We’re All […]
May 22, 2024

Why Black Gospel Music Is on the Decline in African American Churches

The rise of megachurches, contemporary Gospel and modernized worship could mean singing hymns could soon disappear. The post Why Black Gospel Music Is on the Decline […]
April 19, 2024

Grammy-Winning Gospel Singer and ‘American Idol’ Alum Mandisa Passes Away at 47

Beloved gospel singer and former “American Idol” contestant Mandisa Hundley, known professionally as Mandisa, has died. The singer, who touched hearts around the world with her […]
November 5, 2022

United Methodist Church Elects the Rev. David Wilson as First-Ever Native American Bishop

The Rev. David Wilson made history as the first Native American to be elected to the position of bishop in the United Methodist Church. The post […]
October 20, 2022

‘Hitler’s American Model’ Author on How the US Influenced Nazi Race Laws

Adolf Hitler was fiercely anti-Jewish, and he and his Nazi followers fashioned race laws designed to deprive Jewish people of all rights. The post ‘Hitler’s American […]
July 16, 2022

‘Faith Hero’ Mary McLeod Bethune Becomes First Black American Honored in U.S. Capitol’s Statuary Hall

A statue of Mary McLeod Bethune was unveiled at the Capitol, honoring the Black educator, civil rights activist and suffragette. The post ‘Faith Hero’ Mary McLeod […]
May 17, 2022

FBI Probes Attack on Taiwanese American Churchgoers in California as Hate Crime

The shooting suspect in the attack on a Taiwanese American congregation left notes that indicated “his real hatred of the Taiwanese people.” The post FBI Probes […]
May 4, 2022

Recent Violence Shows the Need to Teach More Asian American History

AAPI Heritage Month is a time for teachers and students to highlight contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans. The post Recent Violence Shows the […]
April 25, 2022

Korean American Female Pastors Push Back Against Patriarchy

Women make up about 20% of U.S. Protestant pastors, yet Korean American female pastors still struggle to gain acceptance in their churches. The post Korean American […]