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Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church installs new pastor
On Sunday, September 2, 2018, Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church hosted the Installation of the Reverend Brandle C. Morrow, Sr., M.Div. (front row, center) at Metropolitan, 1345 W. Burleigh St. Rev. Morrow is a Milwaukee native who graduated from Riverside High School with honors. He has been interim pastor at Metropolitan since 2014. Rev. Morrow is married to his best … [Read more...] about Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church installs new pastor
Happy 90th Birthday to Ms. Sedette Ward
On Saturday, August 25,2018, Ms. Sedette Ward (inset) celebrated her 90th birthday with her family and friends, who came from far and wide, to a birthday luncheon at Maxie's Restaurant and Lounge, 6732 W. Fairview Ave. Ms. Ward celebrated with a Mardi Gras theme complete with Maxie's Cajun, Creole and BBQ food. "Laissez les bon temps rouler!" … [Read more...] about Happy 90th Birthday to Ms. Sedette Ward
America Works Wisconsin hands our more than 400 suits
On Tuesday, August 28r 2018, young men and adults got dressed for success. America Works Wisconsin handed out more than 400 suits for people looking for jobs. Alderman Russell Stamper said new suits give people confidence when they are applying and interviewing for jobs. ''We're teaching success here. We have every opportunity. There's no excuse for anybody not to have a … [Read more...] about America Works Wisconsin hands our more than 400 suits
Wings International hosts Annual Peace Rally, Walk and Picnic
On Saturday August 25, 2018, Wings International hosted its Annual Peace Rally, Walk and Picnic at Lindbergh Park, 3629 N. 16th St. The event included free food, face painting, free book bags filled with school supplies, jump houses, the reading of the "Wall of Pain" and the "Jericho Walk of Faith." The annual rally and picnic is held in collaboration with the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Wings International hosts Annual Peace Rally, Walk and Picnic
The Wedding of JaNae M. Terry and Anthony Hankins
JaNae M. Terry and Anthony Hankins were married on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at New Covenant Baptist Chutch, 2315 N. 38th St., where Rev. Dr. F. L. Crouther is Pastor. However, Pastor Raymond Monk from Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church, the bride and groom's home church, was the officiant. The wedding party included mother of the bride Tiffany L. Terry; father … [Read more...] about The Wedding of JaNae M. Terry and Anthony Hankins
We are somebody
Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times In the USA it seems as if African American people ate always identifying with other races. You see this on television in the form of assimilation that every show or commercial that has an African American in it depicts. You see it in the way African Americans ape other people's culture. The lack of confidence in … [Read more...] about We are somebody
Fall is Coming! #ANewSeason: Week 2 – Exercise! (cont’d)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “Autumn is the season of change.” -Chinese proverb Fall starts a new season as well as an opportunity for new beginnings. This month, this column is taking a look at ways to start afresh this new season by adding healthy habits to your regular schedule. With the help of the Mayo Clinic, the following are Tips 4-7 … [Read more...] about Fall is Coming! #ANewSeason: Week 2 – Exercise! (cont’d)
United Way kicks off community campaign and debuts Johnson Controls Volunteer Center
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County’s campaign focuses on creating lasting change through fundraising and volunteer goals. For the first time, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County kicked off their annual Community Campaign right at home at their Milwaukee offices. The event coincided with the grand opening of the Johnson Controls Volunteer … [Read more...] about United Way kicks off community campaign and debuts Johnson Controls Volunteer Center
African American Breastfeeding Network helps ‘Lift Up Every Baby!
On Saturday August 25.' 2018, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted it 4th Annual Lift Up Every Baby! event at Parklawn YMCA, 4340 N. 46th St., in recognition of National Black Breastfeeding Awareness Week (August 25-31) and World Breastfeeding Awareness Month. This free community-wide event celebrated the benefits and wellness of breastfeeding and the … [Read more...] about African American Breastfeeding Network helps ‘Lift Up Every Baby!