VISITATION 1: Thursday, June 11, 2020 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. RNGGFH-Racine 1910 Taylor Ave Racine, WI 53403 VISITATION 2: Friday, June 12, 2020 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. RNGGFH-MKE 5665 N Teutonia Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53209 VISITATION 3: Saturday, June 13, 2020 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Greater Mt Sinai COGIC 5634 N 60th Street Milwaukee, WI 53218 FUNERAL … [Read more...] about Funeral Services for Arthur Reid, Jr.
Floyd Mayweather pays funeral expenses for George Floyd
Former champion boxer Floyd Mayweather will pay the funeral expenses for George Floyd who died in police custody after Derek Chauvin, who was fired from his job as a Minneapolis police officer, pressed his knee on the back of Floyd’s neck until he stopped breathing. On June 3, Keith Ellison, the Minnesota Attorney General, announced additional charges of second-degree murder … [Read more...] about Floyd Mayweather pays funeral expenses for George Floyd
Gov. Evers announces $25 million Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program
On Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Gov. Tony Evers announced the launch of a $25 million Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program for Wisconsinites who have experienced income loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Administered by the Department of Administration (DOA), the Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program will provide direct financial assistance for owed rent, security deposits, … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers announces $25 million Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program
Milwaukee enters Phase 3 of reopening plan
Bars, restaurants can open for indoor service at 25 percent capacity Milwaukee officially moved to phase 3 of its reopening plan at 2 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2020, Mayor Tom Barrett announced Thursday, June 4, 2020. • Businesses can be open at 50 percent capacity of occupancy, with a maximum of 250 people. • Childcare centers can operate at 50 percent capacity. • Public … [Read more...] about Milwaukee enters Phase 3 of reopening plan
A congratulatory message to the Wisconsin graduating class of 2020
Dear Graduates, I want to take this moment to congratulate all of the Graduates of the Class of 2020. What you have accomplished during this unprecedented time in our nation’s history is nothing short of miraculous. Each one of you have already exhibited ‘a lot’ of what it will take to be successful as you navigate through life. You have exhibited calmness in a time of … [Read more...] about A congratulatory message to the Wisconsin graduating class of 2020
The parables of Jesus modernized for a contemporary audience (Week 1)
The Bible contains the eternal Word of God. While times change, God’s Word never changes! Consider the parables of Jesus. Spoken over 2,000 years ago, Jesus used the parables to help His followers understand spiritual and moral truths. In the parables, Jesus used common everyday events to explain aspects of the kingdom of God. This month, I will look at 4 parables of Jesus and … [Read more...] about The parables of Jesus modernized for a contemporary audience (Week 1)
One suggestion to stop the killing
Another day in the USA, another act of murder. As usual the murder led to marches and protests about the treatment of African American males in the USA. The latest murder to lead to these type of events is the George Floyd killing by a police officer. The USA has been in turmoil for the past few weeks since the tragedy. More legislation, settlements, or ministers on TV are not … [Read more...] about One suggestion to stop the killing
Justice for Colin?
By Jacquelyn D. Heath Since the tragic murder of George Floyd at the hand (make that knee) of a Minneapolis police officer, people in the United States have been on a sojourn of soul searching to get on the right side of the future as far as race relations are concerned. After more than 400 years on this continent, old, young, black, white, gay, straight and all in … [Read more...] about Justice for Colin?
MPS celebrates valedictorians and salutatorians
Congratulations to all MPS valedictorians and salutatorians! As we celebrate graduation during pandemic conditions, MPS wants to recognize these hard-working students. We are especially proud of the young women and men who have excelled and attained the highest grades in their class. Please join us in congratulating all our valedictorians and salutatorians! Key: … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates valedictorians and salutatorians
Evers orders Gay Pride flag to fly over Wisconsin Capitol
Gov. Tony Evers has ordered a rainbow flag symbolizing gay pride to be flown over the Wisconsin state Capitol for the second time in state history Gov. Tony Evers has ordered a rainbow flag symbolizing gay pride to be flown over the Wisconsin state Capitol for the second time in state history. The flag was raised over the East Wing of the Capitol building Friday and … [Read more...] about Evers orders Gay Pride flag to fly over Wisconsin Capitol