The Museum of the Bible held a symposium to celebrate the 125th anniversary of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and to show how the song has been a source of hope and inspiration for generations of African Americans.
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Preserved by Purpose: Adjusting to God’s Promises
God’s promise remains the same even when people leave and circumstances change, and we just need to trust in His plan.
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Why the Black Pope Matters — From New Orleans’ 7th Ward to South Los Angeles
Pope Leo XIV, the first Black Pope, has roots in Creole Louisiana, specifically the 7th Ward neighborhood of New Orleans, where he grew up with a unique ethnic and racial heritage that has shaped his stance on racial injustice.
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Gospel Singer CeCe Winans Takes a Seat at the Tiny Desk
Gospel singer CeCe Winans recorded a “Tiny Desk” concert at NPR’s offices in Washington, D.C., premiering on June 13, where she performed several of her award-winning hits and spread affirming messages.
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Dr. Shavon Arline-Bradley Talks Faith and the Power of Black Women
Dr. Shavon Arline-Bradley, the president and CEO of the National Council of Negro Women, is working to empower Black women and their families through education, advocacy, and political leadership, while also giving younger women a voice in the organization.
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Stay Woke! Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Monday, June 9, 2025
Happy Monday DW fam! Time to look forward and keep the faith. Coco won, Lil Wayne’s album is done, Sinners is streaming, folks all over are screaming, and this newsletter […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Who’s Your Daddy…Check Your DNA!
DNA can be used to prove paternity on reality shows, but spiritual DNA involves understanding who we are spiritually and what our purpose is.
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Baltimore Choir Takes Black Church Worship to Carnegie Hall
The Community Concert Choir of Baltimore will perform at Carnegie Hall for the first time on Pentecost Sunday, June 8, under the direction of its founder, Dr. Marco Merrick, and will blend Negro spirituals, gospel, and African American sacred music into a performance presented by Distinguished Concerts International New York.
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Stay Woke! Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Happy Wednesday DW fam! It’s Black Music Month! And Carribean-American Heritage Month! Also Pride Month! And Men’s Mental Health Month! Plus, of course, it’s the month we celebrate Father’s Day! […]
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Churches Helping Region Recover, as Some Deal with Destruction
Churches and community organizations in St. Louis are coming together to provide immediate assistance to families affected by the tornado, while some churches are also encouraging people to read the Bible cover-to-cover.
