Mary Hamilton, an activist and Freedom Rider, was arrested multiple times in the course of her organizing, but it was a court appearance in 1963 that would lead to a groundbreaking victory for African Americans. Hamilton worked with the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) as one of only two female field secretaries for the organization, and the...
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Morning Manna – February 11, 2022
Not Easily Offended I have to admit that I sometimes have problems managing myself (my tongue especially) when someone tries to shame me or is offensive, whether or not it’s done intentionally. I catch feelings over being treated “less than” and I have a way of letting people know I am not the one. Yes…I...
Just Wanted to Share – February 9, 2022
FREDERICK MCKINLEY JONES (1893-1961) Frederick McKinley Jones was a prolific early 20th century black inventor who helped to revolutionize both the cinema and refrigeration industries. Between 1919 and 1945 he patented more than sixty inventions in divergent fields with forty of those patents in refrigeration. He is best known for inventing the first automatic...
Morning Manna – February 4, 2022
To the Glory of God “Whatever you do [whatever your task may be], work from the soul [that is, put in your very best effort], as [something done] for the Lord and not for men, knowing [with all certainty] that it is from the Lord [not from men] that you will receive the inheritance which...
Just Wanted to Share – February 2, 2022
One of twelve children and the daughter of immigrants, Constance Baker Motley rose to become the first Black woman to ever argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. The Civil Rights Movement’s successes were a result of the strength and sacrifice of thousands of women. In roles big and small, the victories of the...
Morning Manna – January 28, 2022
Dismiss Those ANTS The only one who can tell you, “You can’t win,” is you, and you don’t have to listen. — Jessica Ennis, Great Britain track and field Remember, the enemy has peeped our futures and quite skillfully uses his strategy to Distract, Disrupt and Discourage us. However, the bible reminds us of the history and...
Just Wanted to Share – January 26, 2022
Your hunger for spiritual truth will begin with a desire to learn. When you think you already have a good grasp and knowledge of My kingdom, you might find yourself at a standstill. Growth is a sign of life. This is a time to stir up your sense of curiosity to discover what you do...
Just Wanted to Share – January 17, 2022
We honor the memory of the man and the vision God gave him!
Morning Manna – January 14, 2022
Confidence in God or Control Can we honestly say we have confidence in God’s grace and care or does our confidence come from our own ability to control? I submit that we often find ourselves operating from a mindset of control, rather than submission (oops….I said one of the “S” words ). And that need to control...
Just Wanted to Share – January 12, 2022
Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with each other. Don’t be too proud to enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don’t think you know it all! Never pay back evil with more evil. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable....