Black Church week of prayer for the healing of AIDS kick off event will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014 Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin will hold the event at the Brentwood Church of Christ, 6425 N. 60th Street. This is an annual HIV awareness campaign that mobilizes faith communities; and highlights the contributions and impact congregations are making in areas of … [Read more...] about Black Church week of prayer for the healing of AIDS
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Overcoming shame (Week 4) The Counseling Corner
What is shame? On a most rudimentary level, shame is the underlying and pervasive belief that one is somehow defective or unacceptable. The Counseling Center of the University of Illinois indicates the precise way that a person believes they are unacceptable can be very unique. It might be that they think they are “too much” in some way — too talkative, too shy, … [Read more...] about Overcoming shame (Week 4) The Counseling Corner
Prince of Peace Church observes Black Histor
The congregation at Prince of Peace Baptist Church, 3701 N. 35th Street, will be having their annual Black history celebration on Saturday February 22, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. The program will consist of speeches, poems and African praise dance. Following the program, a southern-style soul food dinner will be served. The public is invited. Rev. Steven R. McVicker is pastor. … [Read more...] about Prince of Peace Church observes Black Histor
Taming the busyness beast in your life (Conclusion)
But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. - Matthew 6:33 This month we have been discussing setting priorities and taming the busyness beast in your life. Jesus reminds us in Matthew 6:33 to keep our priorities straight. There’s nothing wrong with being busy, just so long as your busyness is productive and … [Read more...] about Taming the busyness beast in your life (Conclusion)
‘Family and Friends Day’ held at Calvary Hill Temple Apostolic Faith Church
Pastor Jeanetta Perry and the congregation of Calvary Hill Temple Apostolic Faith Church, 8401 N. 60th Street, held their First Annual Family and Friends Day on Sunday, November 17, 2013. The Family and Friends Day speaker was Pastor Charles Watson of Temple of Prayer Christian Worship Center. “Just One Word from the Prophet” (Luke 1:70-71) was the theme of Pastor Watson’s … [Read more...] about ‘Family and Friends Day’ held at Calvary Hill Temple Apostolic Faith Church
Prince of Peace Baptist Church hosting Christmas Dinner and Worship Service
Prince of Peace Baptist Church, 3701 N. 35th Street, is hosting a Christmas Dinner and Worship Service on Sunday, December 14, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. During the worship celebration, members and guest will hear a message from Rev. Richard Watkins, Sr., of The Way of Cross Missionary Baptist Church. The public is invited to come worship and celebrate the birth of Jesus. The Rev. Dr. … [Read more...] about Prince of Peace Baptist Church hosting Christmas Dinner and Worship Service
Rev. Jackson installed as pastor of Friendship Baptist
The congregation of Friendship Baptist Church, 905 W. North Ave., held an Installation Ceremony to install their new pastor, Rev. Joseph Hamilton Jackson, Jr., on Sunday, November 24, 2013. Under the leadership of the late Pastor Joe A. Games of Providence Baptist Church, Rev. Jackson was ordained a minister on July 31, 1992. On his spiritual journey, Rev. Jackson served as … [Read more...] about Rev. Jackson installed as pastor of Friendship Baptist
Way of the Cross holds International Tea
The Mission International Tea was held Sunday, November 24, 2013, at the Way of the Cross Baptist Church where Rev. Richard Watkins, Sr., is the interim Pastor. This year the theme was to represent the nations. The mothers and mission department represented … [Read more...] about Way of the Cross holds International Tea
Year in review: a variety of topics covered
This month we will take a look back at some of the articles that were featured in this column in 2013 and then momentarily peek ahead to what awaits us in 2014. Annually, the month of June is recognized as National Health Month. Therefore, this column ran articles addressing health issues the entire month of June 2013. Health is one of the issues often neglected in the church. … [Read more...] about Year in review: a variety of topics covered
Mt. Zion Church Outreach Ministry Community Dinner and Fashion Share
For more than a decade, the congregation at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2207 N. Second St., has hosted their annual Thanksgiving Day Outreach Ministry Community Dinner and Fashion Share on Thanksgiving Day to pray, fellowship, eat and share some of their blessings with less fortunate individuals. Last Thursday was no exception, and everyone who participated was greeted in the … [Read more...] about Mt. Zion Church Outreach Ministry Community Dinner and Fashion Share