On September 11, 2024, Milwaukee lost a community leader and true servant of the Lord, Dr. Bobbie Jean Lathan, at age 83. With God as her guide, Bobbie Lathan committed her life to serving with compassion. Lathan was born in Pine Bluff, AR, and relocated to Milwaukee as a child. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1959. In 1972, the Miller Brewery Company (now … [Read more...] about Remembering Dr. Bobbie J. Lathan, community leader and volunteer
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Celebrating the life of Dedrick Maurice Elder
Dedrick Maurice Elder passed on to his heavenly home on July 5, 2024, at the age of 64 in Milwaukee, WI. Born on September 20, 1959, in Knoxville, TN, Dedrick was a devoted friend, educator, and coach. Dedrick attended Dominican High School and later Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI, where he played basketball and graduated with a degree in elementary education. … [Read more...] about Celebrating the life of Dedrick Maurice Elder
Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Pastor George H. Jolly and First Lady Diane Jolly celebrated 36 years as pastor of Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. The celebration was held at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel with a dinner and musical tribute. Doc Smith & the Disciples, Mt. Pilgrim MBC Praise Team, Mime Dancers, and Minister Geraldo Rivas. Key speakers included: Pastor … [Read more...] about Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church celebrates 36th anniversary of Pastor G.H. Jolly
A brief listing of Milwaukee’s oldest black churches
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
American Baptist College celebrates centennial
Wisconsin churches have been blessed to support American Baptist College for at least four decades. This being the centennial year of the college, we are pleased to announce ABC Day Wisconsin will commence with a community worship and rally Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave., Milwaukee, WI. 53209. The worship and rally will … [Read more...] about American Baptist College celebrates centennial
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’