Jan. 9 is not the feast of the Black Nazarene; that is marked every Good Friday. But each year, millions of people follow the procession of the statue from central Manila to the basilica, also known ...
Despite claims that it is no longer relevant, the Black church continues to play a vital role in addressing systemic racism and advocating for justice. The Black church is mischaracterized as ...
Zoar Methodist Episcopal Church in Odessa is a refined brick building built in 1881 by free Black residents. The church and adjacent social hall closed in 1998 due to declining membership and ...
WASHINGTON ‒ A historic Black church's recent court victory against the Proud Boys could spur others to also challenge far-right extremist groups, according to several faith leaders, civil ...
Created in 1978 by photographer Barrie Schwortz, the item is housed in a convent in Quiapo district, the heart of devotion to the image of the Black Nazarene. Manila (AsiaNews) – A life-size ...
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - As part of Black History Month, we’re highlighting a church in Savannah with historic ties to the Underground Railroad and Civil Rights Movement. The First African Baptist ...
The origins of the Black church in America could conceivably be traced to the first experiences of Africans in this country, on plantations. When ministering to Blacks, white preachers often used ...
Despite a dip in fortunes in recent years, St Anne's Church in Ann Street is still hosting worship services and plans were made to close it during lockdown. No closure date has yet been scheduled ...
Most people call Terry Brooks, “Pastor T.” For a lot of churches across the country and the Black church specifically, the pastor’s wife, or First Lady as they're affectionately called ...