Browsing: Religion

      Dennis “Dee Tee” Smith, a co-founder of the legendary group Kool & The Gang, died on Saturday, a representative from his record label confirmed. He was 70 years old. There was no cause of death immediately reported.

     Shared religious faith, along with a community of fellow believers, has been invaluable in navigating the cultural complexities.

   The angelic solo voice of Mrs. Rosa Saulsby has been silenced after being summoned to her heavenly home on July 21, 2021, in Tacoma, Washington.  Born in White Springs, Florida on July 14, 1927, Mrs. Saulsby recently celebrated her 94th birthday.  She came to Fort Lauderdale with her parents, George and Hattie Newsome, and as the second oldest of ten siblings, shouldered many chores and responsibilities usually assigned to adults.

Charlie Robinson, a veteran actor best known for his role as Mac the court clerk on the ’80s sitcom “Night Court,” has died. He was 75

His role as “Linc” on “The Mod Squad” in the 1970s, catapulted Williams into the mainstream. But some of his best work came on the big screen, particularly as Prince’s father in the 1984 hit, “Purple Rain,” and nine years later in the Wesley Snipes drama, “Sugar Hill.”

     I just happen to believe that without spiritually based confidence and discipline, it is practically impossible to stand up to the daily challenges of life and the temptations that sometimes control our out-of-control behavior. You see, the good news of the gospel is that wherever the Holy Spirit chooses to take up residence, change must occur.

A diverse group of faith and community leaders met on May 20 for a virtual panel entitled, “Finishing the Race.” The central message discussed what the church needs to know about COVID-19 vaccines and access. The conversation focused on information and inspiration and touched on the importance of vaccine education and what advocates can do to make communities of color healthier.

One of Broward County’s Oldest Black churches

The occasion of Jesus’ Second Coming, referred to in the Bible as the Day of the Lord, continues to a be a source of great fascination — and speculation — among believers. But the exact day of this event, according to Jesus himself, should not be the primary focus, explains Bible scholar David S. Heeren. Instead, it is important to both understand and recognize the celestial sign that will herald Jesus’ return.

      Damon Weaver was in elementary school when he turned heads with his interview with former President Barack Obama. An inspiration to many, Damon unexpectedly passed away recently. He was just 23 years old.