As Christians this past weekend celebrated Easter, in the midst of this holy season for so many faith traditions, I return again to the Easter Sunday service of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. preached in April 1957 at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, titled “Questions that Easter Answers.” Dr. King said one of these questions is “Is the universe on the side of … [Read more...] about Reminders of renewal
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Brew City Cowboys hand out Easter gifts to those in need
On Sunday, April 17, 2022, Brew City Cowboys celebrated Easter by giving out Easter baskets and free rides on their horses to the children at All Stars Sports Bar, 4001 W. Fond du Lac Ave. Founded in May 2020 by President Bennie J. Morris, Sr., and a small group of like-minded black cowboys. Morris used the example of Wisconsin-based Rawhide Youth Services, which provides … [Read more...] about Brew City Cowboys hand out Easter gifts to those in need
Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 3)
“He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.’” - Luke 24:6-7 This Week’s Meditation: Jesus Is Risen! Luke 24:1-12 Jesus died in Jerusalem when the procurator of Judea was Pontius Pilate; at the same time … [Read more...] about Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 3)
Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 1)
This month’s articles are from April 2019. A few of the readers asked about the reflections I ran during the Easter Season, so I am re-running these articles at their request. Enjoy and Happy Easter! “But God demonstrates His love for us by the fact that the Messiah died for us while we were still sinners.” - Romans 5:8 This year, April 17, 2022, is Resurrection Sunday … [Read more...] about Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 1)
MHSI hosts 2021 Safe Easter Dinner Giveaway
On Friday, March 26, 2021, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), hosted an "Easter Dinner Giveaway, at their Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 W. Silver Spring Dr. MHSI joined with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, MHS Health Wisconsin, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, United Healthcare and Galst Food Market to provide 2,000 grocery dinners and COVID-19 safety kits … [Read more...] about MHSI hosts 2021 Safe Easter Dinner Giveaway
Happy Easter from the Milwaukee Times Staff
"Happy Easter… May the renewal of life At Easter bring new Blessing of love, hope Peace, good health and Happiness to you and Your loved ones… Embrace the renewal of life." - Babz … [Read more...] about Happy Easter from the Milwaukee Times Staff
A different kind of Easter egg hunt: Seven ways to seek and celebrate the bright spots in your community
Spring is here, and it's time to fall in love with our hometowns again. Everything is lush and green, Easter is days away, and those who've moved away are coming home to visit loved ones and celebrate the holidays. With family and spring rituals in the spotlight, it's the time of year that people really appreciate their communities the most. But even so, there are plenty of … [Read more...] about A different kind of Easter egg hunt: Seven ways to seek and celebrate the bright spots in your community