Black churches do better weathering decline in number of Christian faithful
At Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, the pews start to fill more than half an hour before the service begins. Ushers guide people of all ages to their seats. Some stand and wave their hands in the air as …
Louis Stokes, 90, Ohio’s first black congressman
Louis Stokes served 15 consecutive terms in the U.S. House of Representatives during which he investigated the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.
Loss of a legend
Through the relentless struggles of the Civil Rights Movement, Julian Bond always kept his sense of humor. His steady demeanor helped him persist despite the inevitable difficulties involved, his wife recalled. Mr. Bond “never took his eyes off the prize …
Rogers C. Wright, 98, founder of the Wright Family Singers
Rogers C. Wright loved to sing, play the guitar and harmonica and perform in front of audiences. That’s why he and his singing wife, Alcie Taylor, formed the Jubilee Duet gospel group after they were married in 1941. As the …
Cleo Hill Sr., 77, CIAA star, first-round NBA pick, dies
Cleo Hill Sr., one of the CIAA’s all-time basketball greats, has died. He was 77. Following a lengthy illness, Mr. Hill died Monday, Aug. 10, 2015, at his home in Orange, N.J.
VSU Gospel Chorale wins $10,000 in national competition
The highly acclaimed Virginia State University Gospel Chorale continues to win accolades. The latest honor: The choir, under the direction of Richmonder Perry Evans II, claimed first place in the 2015 Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards Gospel Choir Competition.
Million Man March organizing committee for commemoration hosts prayer luncheon
A prayer luncheon 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at the Baptist General Convention building, 1214 W. Graham Road on North Side, will discuss plans for participation in the 20th anniversary commemoration of the Million Man March.
Rapper Lecrae leads Dove Award nominations
Christian rapper Lecrae, whose album “Anomaly” has topped the charts, leads the pack of nominees for the 46th Annual Dove Awards with seven nominations, including artist of the year.
Embraced by Wings enfolds young people in spirit of service
LinGina Moe has a heart to help others. “Growing up, I saw a lot of things and a lot of people in need,” said Ms. Moe, a 36-year-old native of New York City who now lives in Chesterfield County. “I …
Student performance of ‘#BlackLivesMatter’ Aug.15
Young people participating in ART 180’s summer program will perform an original play they wrote called “#BlackLivesMatter.”
Choir Day Music Fest at Shalom Baptist Fellowship Aug.16
Shalom Baptist Fellowship Church on South Side is holding a Choir Day Music Fest 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the church, 1708 Harwood St.
Petersburg church hosts health, back-to-school program
Greater Faith AME Zion Church in Petersburg is hosting an Outdoor Health Awareness Expo and Back-to-School Youth Explosion.
Sharon Baptist back on the market
Sharon Baptist Church in Jackson Ward once again is looking for a buyer. The church’s historic sanctuary at 22 E. Leigh St. is listed for sale for $850,000, according Keller Williams Realty, which is marketing the property.
James E. Winston, 80, music promoter
James Edward Winston was a welcoming presence in Richmond for decades as a promoter, entertainer and doorman. As a promoter from the late 1950s through the 1980s, Mr. Winston brought top acts to Richmond, such as Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, …
Rev. Shearin named pastor at Great Hope Baptist
Great Hope Baptist Church in the East End has a new pastor. He is the Rev. Melvin F. Shearin II.
