By Jerome D. Henderson In the final Book of the New Testament, John, the beloved disciple, wrote a prophetic word of encouragement to seven churches in what is now part of Turkey. At the time it was written, each of those churches was suffering from persecution at the hands of the Roman Empire. Collectively, they were known as “The Seven Sisters.” The history of the African … [Read more...] about A brief listing of Milwaukee’s oldest black churches
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Siebert Lutheran Foundation implements new approach to philanthropy in Wisconsin
Thirty-one donors committed more than $182,000 in funding to 13 grantee partners at Siebert Lutheran Foundation’s fourth annual Collaborators’ Event on Nov. 9, 2023 at the Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Milwaukee food distribution warehouse. Part of the Siebert Serves initiative, the Collaborators’ Event is an innovative gathering designed to build a community of donors … [Read more...] about Siebert Lutheran Foundation implements new approach to philanthropy in Wisconsin
Hope Community Church hosts mortgage burning service
On Sunday, April 16, 2023, Hope Community Church commemorated the milestone of paying off the church mortgage during their morning service at the church, 5040 Northwestern Ave., Racine, WI. This was the vision of founding Pastor Sam Jackson. Some of the founding members were in attendance to join in the festivities. The congregation watched and clapped loudly in excitement … [Read more...] about Hope Community Church hosts mortgage burning service
4th Episcopal District of the AME Church and AKAs host community outreach at Repairers of the Breach
On Saturday, April 8, 2023, the 4th Episcopal District of the AME Church, the Sons of Allen (SOA) of St. Mark AME Church, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA), members of St. Mark AME Milwaukee's Evangelism Ministry, and the Honey Dos (husbands of the AKAs) joined together to serve a meal at the Repairers of the Breach (RotB), 1335 W. Vliet St. The meal was a part of the AKA's … [Read more...] about 4th Episcopal District of the AME Church and AKAs host community outreach at Repairers of the Breach
Celebrating the Life of Dora Lee Hogan
Dora Lee Hogan was born on February 14, 1926 to the union of her adoring parents, John Wesley and Barbara Freeman, in Forest City, Arkansas. She earned a diploma from Dunbar High School in Madison, Illinois and would later complete courses at the University of Wisconsin with an emphasis in fostering young children. Dora accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Life of Dora Lee Hogan
‘A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste’
The Late Night Ministers Association (LNMA) held the second half of their giveaway revival, February 19, 2023 at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church where Reverend Dr. Louis Sibley, III, serves as pastor. This association meets on the first Sunday of the month beginning August through April for the purpose of fellowshipping and raising funds to support students. A group … [Read more...] about ‘A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste’
Wisconsin General Baptist State Congress of Christian Education closes out convention calendar
The Wisconsin General Baptist State Convention, Inc. (WGBSC), closed out its calendar in November with The World’s Day of Prayer held at Mt. Zion MBC sponsored by the Woman’s Auxiliary, where Barbara Wyatt Sibley serves as President. Convention President Keith T. Evans, Pastor of the Greater Mt. Eagle Baptist Church in Racine served as speaker, and the WGBSC of Christian … [Read more...] about Wisconsin General Baptist State Congress of Christian Education closes out convention calendar
Rev. William Jackson celebrates 54 year anniversary
Longest serving Baptist Pastor in Milwaukee The Rev. William Jackson was born the oldest of seven children and was raised on his grandfather’s farm in Alabama for the first 12 years of his life. That upbringing provided him with an early start when it came to both preaching and working. “I’ve been preaching since I was 15 years old,” he said. “I also know what hard work is … [Read more...] about Rev. William Jackson celebrates 54 year anniversary
Wisconsin General Baptist State Congress of Christian Education to convene November 15-17, 2022
The Wisconsin General Baptist State Convention (WGBSC), Inc.’s Congress of Christian Education will be offering classes during the Fall Board Meeting, November 15-17, 2022. The session will be in- person, and the site will be the Tabernacle Community Baptist Church located at 2500 Medford Avenue, Milwaukee, WI where Reverend Donna Childs will serve as host. The theme is … [Read more...] about Wisconsin General Baptist State Congress of Christian Education to convene November 15-17, 2022
Mt. Olive MBC celebrates Rev. Ray E. Murphy’s first anniversary
On Sunday, September 25, 2022, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church hosted the first pastoral anniversary for Rev. Ray E. Murphy, M. Div. (left photo, right) and First Lady JaQuita Murphy (left photo, left) at the church, 5277 N. 36th St. The theme for the event was "A Servant Sent to Serve-Jeremiah, 3:15" and the guest speaker was Rev. Everett Jennings, Jr., of New Life … [Read more...] about Mt. Olive MBC celebrates Rev. Ray E. Murphy’s first anniversary