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Author Leslie Lee Sanders says healing, self-discovery and empowerment begin when Black women stop shrinking themselves to fit others' expectations. Her memoir encourages readers to trust their intuition and speak boldly.

Turning Grief and Self-Doubt Into Empowerment for Black Women

by Joseph Williams June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

A student gospel ensemble born at Florida State University is taking Black sacred music beyond campus walls, blending ministry, outreach and performance while introducing new audiences to the traditions rooted in the Black church.

Voices of Truth Uses Gospel Music to Build Community and Faith

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware May 28, 2026May 27, 2026

More than 50 years after activist James Forman demanded reparations from white churches, Black congregations nationwide are reviving the debate through sermons, educational campaigns and public acts of witness centered on racial repair and moral accountability.

‘Reparations Sunday’ Brings a Hot Debate Into Black Churches

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware May 22, 2026May 27, 2026

Church hats remain one of the most enduring symbols of Black church culture. Worn as expressions of devotion and dignity, they reflect a tradition shaped by scripture, post-Emancipation history, and the creativity of Black women across generations.

In the Black Church, Women’s Hats Still Testify

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware May 7, 2026May 10, 2026

Rev. Dr. Thema Bryant, a trained psychotherapist, says many Black churches have made progress on domestic violence — but too many still pressure women to stay, forgive, and protect the institution instead of protecting survivors.

‘Pray and Stay’ Is Still Hurting Black Women in Church

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware May 7, 2026May 6, 2026

As Americans navigate war fears, rising costs, and political uncertainty, the National Day of Prayer is offering millions a moment of reflection, comfort, and spiritual pause.

As War and Fear Rise, Americans Pause for National Day of Prayer

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Ursula Battle didn’t follow her family into the pulpit, but her work still leads people to faith. The Baltimore journalist turned playwright creates productions that blur the line between theater and ministry — and leave audiences changed.

She Didn’t Want the Pulpit. Instead, She Built a Stage

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

As a nurse and professional violist, Massie embodies a rare blend of artistry and service, using both as tools of healing while navigating the challenges of being a Black musician in classical spaces.

Her Calling: Healing Through Music and Medicine

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware April 28, 2026April 27, 2026

From hotline calls to quiet confessions, a counselor recounts what Black women share about intimate partner violence — and how faith, fear, and misused scripture can complicate their path to safety.

They Tell Me About the Abuse. I Wish I Could Tell Them to Run

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

As church choirs shrink and arts programs fade, Eric Waddell, a Baltimore native, is rallying hundreds to revive Charm City's proud Black gospel tradition.

500 Voices, One Mission: Reviving Baltimore’s Gospel Sound

by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware April 22, 2026April 22, 2026