Witness the final insult that birthed the AME Church: “You must leave this section now.” “Wait until the prayer is over and I will go,” softly replied the Black man, kneeling in prayer. “No, you must go now or I will call for aid and force you away,” warned the trustee. Hearing the commotion, Black Methodist preacher Richard Allen, a former slave, opened his eyes to see his friend, Absalom Jones, being forced from his knees. For Richard Allen, this was the last straw. He could no longer serve in a church that did not welcome his people as equals.” This pivotal moment, as described on the website Christianity.com, cemented the necessity for a church where Black congregants were truly seen as equals. An additional insult was that the Black members agreed to build the church balcony where they were relegated to worship. Not exactly in keeping with the Gospel teachings!
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the Age of Champions: Silver Games! From exciting competitions to incredible live music and a strong sense of community, you brought the energy and made it a truly unforgettable celebration.
Florida Republicans took the lead in voter registration in Miami-Dade County on Monday, flipping what was once considered a Democratic stronghold for the first time in the state’s history, according to Decision Desk HQ.
Island SPACE Caribbean Museum proudly announces Grace Foods as the presenting sponsor of the second annual Island SPACE Mango Festival, taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lauderdale Lakes Middle School. The indoor festival will celebrate Caribbean culture and culinary creativity centered around the beloved mango — rain or shine.
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Ciara Smith made history when she became the first Black and youngest mayor of Anniston, Alabama, winning a four-way race to lead a small city, where African Americans have been fighting for equity and inclusivity.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County was proud to award $257,292 in scholarships to deserving high school graduates who are participants in their mentoring program at its third annual BIG Futures Scholars Celebration presented by Ana G. Mendez University. BIG Futures is a college and career readiness initiative designed to equip youth for post-secondary success through career mentoring, education and access to key opportunities.
Florida Memorial University is proud to unveil its new on-campus Barbershop and Salon,
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A Haitian immigrant woman who died while being detained at a U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) facility in Pompano Beach had legal status to be in the country, according to Washington-based CGTN America.