The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th The Salvation Army includes social justice as part of its ministry work. God’s people have also recognized their responsibility toward social ministry. We are to care for others because Jesus directed us to do so. Some of the ways we can engage in the works of social justice is by feeding the hungry, clothing those … [Read more...] about #Season of giving (Week 3)
Rev. Dr. Archie and First Lady Jeanette Ivy celebrate 23rd pastoral anniversary
The story of how Rev. Dr. Archie Ivy and First Lady Jeanette Ivy were joined together began in the small town of Shannon, Mississippi. Archie Ivy and Jeanette Rogers were both students at Shannon High School. Archie is the oldest son of ten children while Jeanette is the youngest of five children, both grew up in the time of segregation and the Jim Crow South. Both Archie and … [Read more...] about Rev. Dr. Archie and First Lady Jeanette Ivy celebrate 23rd pastoral anniversary
Bay View High School marks Veterans Day and noted alumni
Students and staff at Bay View High School gathered in the gym on November 9, 2018, to remember and honor Veterans Day, especially the school’s own alumni who took part in military service. The event was attended by Mayor Tom Barrett, Carol Voss of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, and members of the Milwaukee Fire Department. This year is the 100th anniversary of … [Read more...] about Bay View High School marks Veterans Day and noted alumni
MPS shows modest improvement on state report card
Dozens of Milwaukee Public Schools showed signs of improvement on the 2017-18 state report cards released Tuesday, November 13, 2018, by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Thirty-four MPS schools improved their category rating compared to the 2016-17 report cards. Nine additional schools were ranked in the significantly exceeds expectations, exceeds … [Read more...] about MPS shows modest improvement on state report card
Speak up, speak out! Nine ways to advocate for your needs at the doctor
As she has shared, tennis legend Serena Williams faced life-threatening complications while giving birth to her baby girl Olympia last year. If it weren’t for Serena speaking up and pushing for doctors to listen to her, she may not have survived. Her story offers a perfect example of how important it is for us to be able to advocate for ourselves in healthcare … [Read more...] about Speak up, speak out! Nine ways to advocate for your needs at the doctor
Don’t risk your family’s health in a cold home, let SDC’s weatherization assistance program help you
Is your home cold in the winter? Do you put plastic on your windows to keep the heat inside? There’s a better way to survive Wisconsin’s winters. The Social Development Commission’s (SDC) weatherization team can help. If you qualify for Milwaukee County’s energy assistance program, you may qualify for SDC’s Weatherization services. SDC’s energy auditors can help you … [Read more...] about Don’t risk your family’s health in a cold home, let SDC’s weatherization assistance program help you
Fifteen easy and festive ideas for Thanksgiving decorations
By William S. Gooden Every year millions of Americans face the same dilemma. You are having a house full of people for Thanksgiving weekend. And your home looks far from warm and inviting and you are far from an interior design whiz. Fear not; with a few simple ideas and a little creativity you can turn your home from drab and dreary into holiday chic in no … [Read more...] about Fifteen easy and festive ideas for Thanksgiving decorations
‘Black Girl Magic’ campaign helps 17 African American women win Houston court elections
Success means black women will serve on misdemeanor criminal courts and as family court judges in Houston for first time The Houston area's courts are going to be a lot more diverse thanks to a group of 17 African American women. The women, who were part of an effort dubbed the "Black Girl Magic" campaign, all won races on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, to be judges in … [Read more...] about ‘Black Girl Magic’ campaign helps 17 African American women win Houston court elections
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue November 15, 2018
Changing of the guard during Wisconsin mid-term elections
An eight-year reign of Republican dominance and political muscle in Wisconsin came to an end Tuesday, November 6, 2018, when Democrat Tony Evers defeated Republican Gov. Scott Walker, the central figure in Wisconsin politics for more than a decade. And his running mate, former state Rep. Mandela Barnes, will become the state's first African American lieutenant governor when the … [Read more...] about Changing of the guard during Wisconsin mid-term elections