In recognition of National Black Marriage Day, over a dozen couples renewed their marriage vows on Sunday, March 13, 2016. The annual wedding event took place at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1825 W Hampton Ave. Rev. Dr. Russell B. Williamson, pastor of Mt. Zion, officiated the marriage renewal ceremony and retired assistant Milwaukee fire chief and current Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC celebrates Black Marriage
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New Testament Church holds 10th Annual Health Fair
The 10th Annual Health Fair was held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on March 20, 2016 in the gymnasium of New Testament Church, 10201 W. Bradley Rd. Approximately three dozen health care exhibitors and 200 guests participated. The theme for the conference came in part from the Old Testament Book of Proverbs 3:7-8: “Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the Lord and depart from evil. It … [Read more...] about New Testament Church holds 10th Annual Health Fair
Lights! Camera! Soul! presents ‘Mahalia: The Gospel Musical’
On Friday, December 4, and Saturday, December 5, Lights! Camera! Soul! presented "Mahalia: The Gospel Musical," at Body & Soul Healing Arts Center, 3617 N. 48th Street. The play was directed by Samantha Montgomery with musical direction by Erica Johnson and special arrangement by Samuel French. Book, lyrics and music was by Tom Stolz, and starred Don Johnson as Rev. … [Read more...] about Lights! Camera! Soul! presents ‘Mahalia: The Gospel Musical’
Year-in-review
he end of another year. We began 2015 with a focus on New Year’s resolves. Readers were reminded that New Year’s is a time, according to the American Psychological Association, for people to reflect on their past year’s behavior and promise to make positive lifestyle changes. In response, January’s articles focused on making healthy lifestyle changes. In response to your … [Read more...] about Year-in-review
Open Door Christian Worship Center celebrates Pastor Kenneth Lock, Sr. and First Lady Michele’s 7th Anniversary
Guest speaker Prophet Kenneth Lock, II (left) relaxes with his parents Apostle Michele Lock and Apostle Kenneth Lock, Sr., during the seventh year Pastors Appreciation service on November 22 at The Open Door Christian Worship Center Church, 3223 W. Lloyd St. On May 4, 2008, the Lord led Elder Kenneth Lock, Sr., to establish The Open Door Christian Worship Center. Apostle … [Read more...] about Open Door Christian Worship Center celebrates Pastor Kenneth Lock, Sr. and First Lady Michele’s 7th Anniversary
Community Baptist Church hosts writing contest for back-to-school
Community Baptist Church of Greater Milwaukee Youth Department kicked off the back to school year by hosting a writing contest for the young people on Sunday, September 27, 2015. The students were awarded gift certificates and other prizes. This project was sponsored by the youth department directors who are working to encourage academic excellence. Several students are … [Read more...] about Community Baptist Church hosts writing contest for back-to-school
Damascus MBC celebrates Rev. Dr. Ellis and First Lady Mary Louise Wilkins 23rd Anniversary
The congregation at Damascus Missionary Baptist Church observed the 23rd Anniversary of Rev. Dr. Ellis and First Lady Mary Louise Wilkins on Sunday, October 24, 2015. The anniversary theme was "Fighting the Good Fight of Faith." The morning worship speaker was Rev. Dr. Clarence Thornton, Pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Little Rock, AR. The afternoon anniversary speaker … [Read more...] about Damascus MBC celebrates Rev. Dr. Ellis and First Lady Mary Louise Wilkins 23rd Anniversary
Pastor Ron and First Lady Evelyn McCrory renew their wedding vows
Pastor Ron McCrory and First Lady Evelyn McCrory of St. Luke Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2722 W. Highland Blvd., recently celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary with a renewal of their wedding vows. Pastor Louis E. Sibley III of Mt. Zion Baptist Church officiated. … [Read more...] about Pastor Ron and First Lady Evelyn McCrory renew their wedding vows
Intimate Partner Violence Awareness (Part 2): Teen dating
In the conclusion of the articles on Intimate Partner Violence Awareness, it was important to include teens and dating violence as the statistics will show 10 percent of high school teens have reported being victims of dating violence. Teen dating violence, according to the Centers for Disease Control, is defined as the physical, sexual, psychological, or emotional violence … [Read more...] about Intimate Partner Violence Awareness (Part 2): Teen dating
Youth take the pulpit at Bi-Annual Board Session for GBSC of WI, Inc.
The General Baptist State Convention of Wisconsin Inc., October Bi-Annual Board Session was held on October 9, 2015 at Rock Hill Missionary Baptist Church 1200 W. Burleigh Street, where Rev. Andrew Morgan is pastor. During the session, the youth and adults in attendance were offered a study period. The youth pictured (from left) are Paige Barrett, Nicholas Grady and Demetria … [Read more...] about Youth take the pulpit at Bi-Annual Board Session for GBSC of WI, Inc.