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After a storm swept through, some residents of Gary, Indiana, were left without power and at risk of going hungry as crews were slow to repair electrical lines. But a coalition of Black churches stepped in, providing food and other aid. Here, Pastor Valerie Clarke (L) and Connor Taylor of the Gospel Truth Apostolic Ministry distribute food to residents outside of their church earlier this month.

Gary Fell Into Darkness. Black Churches Refused to Leave It There

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 31, 2026August 31, 2026

After performances from Baltimore to Rome and Carnegie Hall, the Community Concert Choir of Baltimore is heading to Atlanta for the first time — bringing two cities rich in Black history, faith and music together at historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.

Baltimore’s Community Concert Choir Heads to Historic Ebenezer

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 27, 2026August 27, 2026

Dolly Parton escaped Appalachian poverty but never romanticized it. She understood how circumstance constrains opportunity — an insight that informed philanthropy aimed at literacy, education and health and helped forge her connection with struggling Black families.

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Dolly Parton Didn’t Just Say Black Lives Mattered. She Showed It.

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 27, 2026August 27, 2026

Father Michael Pfleger, who attended an NFL playoff game in January with filmmaker Spike Lee, has been a longtime social justice activist and leader of a predominantly Black Catholic church in Chicago. An independent investigation found no evidence Pfleger abused a minor three decades ago, and his suspension was lifted, enabling him to return to the pulpit at the Faith Community of St. Sabina Catholic Church.

Father Pfleger Is Cleared. His Supporters Say the Process Is Broken

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 26, 2026August 26, 2026

After weeks of protest and arrests on Capitol Hill, Bishop William Barber II is shifting his movement’s focus from Washington, D.C., to communities nationwide, betting that organizing millions of infrequent voters can change who holds political power.

Barber Takes Moral Mondays From Protest to the Polls

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 24, 2026August 24, 2026

Armed with Scotch tape and a typewriter, Willie Pearl Mackey King spent two nights and three days deciphering Dr. King’s handwritten scraps from the Birmingham City Jail. Her largely overlooked work helped create an American classic—and a new foundation intends to preserve her legacy. The museum exhibit above features the actual door from King's jail cell.

The Woman Behind Dr. King’s ‘Letter’ Is Getting Her Due

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 21, 2026August 21, 2026

Philip Anthony Mitchell tells 2819 Church not to idolize him. But as thousands line up before dawn and his influence explodes online, a prophet’s warning has revived a larger question about celebrity, charisma and spiritual authority in the Black church.

Is 2819 Church About Jesus — or Philip Anthony Mitchell?

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 14, 2026August 14, 2026

A new program called “White People School” is asking white Americans to move beyond discomfort and confront what they know — and may need to unlearn — about Black history, systemic racism and reparations.

Yes, It’s Called ‘White People School.’ Here’s What It Teaches

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 11, 2026August 14, 2026

When a marriage ends, couples grieve a profound emotional loss, but churches often step away rather than stepping up, says Dr. Derren Thompson, senior pastor of Greater Than Conquerors Worship Center. Much like helping people process the loss of a loved one, he says, churches must prepare a ministry to counsel their members through a painful emotional time.

Divorce Means Grieving. Why Doesn’t the Church Act Like It?

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 6, 2026August 6, 2026

After years of resisting the ministry, Rev. Joshua Thomas embraced his calling and planted Freedom Church near Atlanta. The son of New Psalmist's legendary pastor is carrying his family's influence into a new generation with a church built around belonging, healing, and innovation.

A Pastor’s Son Builds a Church of His Own

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware August 5, 2026August 5, 2026