Physical and mental health information, and events; subtopic That’s Gospel religious news and events
“It breaks my heart to know that 5-year-old children are contemplating life and death, I just…I’m sorry. That one is tough for me. So, I’m here to appeal to you, because this is a national crisis.” -Taraji P. Henson to members of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington. By Lauren Victoria Burke Award-winning actress and…
In her new book, ‘Get Rid of Your Stupid List!,’ author T.L. Adams shares dating tips and her personal experiences as a successful black woman. Get Rid of Your Stupid List!, is based on one woman’s personal experiences. This guide seeks to help you change the way you see relationships, men, and yourself. Author T….
The All Healers Mental Health Alliance and the Institute of the Black World 21st Century Black Family Summit Presented the National Conference on Culturally Competent Disaster Response on June 28-29, 2019 at the Staybridge Suites in Baltimore, Maryland. The theme was “Recovery, Rebuilding, Resilience”. (Baltimore, MD -BlackNews.com) Like hurricanes or floods, community disasters – such…
Krystal Smith, MAC Cosmetics Expert, Opens Luxe Beauty Brow and Spa; Grand Opening July 7th (Baldwin, NY – BlackNews.com) A new Black-owned business called Luxe Beauty Brow and Spa is set to open on July 7th in the emerging business section of Baldwin, New York. The founder of the company, Krystal Smith, is a long-time makeup…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) This dynamic Watoto Children’s Choir has performed for presidents and royalty in the White House, Buckingham Palace, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant in the UK, the United Nations, and is featured on Chris Tomlin’s album, “Hello, Love.” The choir of 17 orphans from Uganda will continue its six-month U.S. tour in the Knoxville area on…
Editor’s note: Bishop-Elect Phoebe Roaf was in Knoxville in March. She was the guest speaker at a Celebration of The Blessed Absalom Jones that was at the Episcopal School of Knoxville and co-sponsored by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in East Knoxville. For more information on Bishop Roaf, go to the MENU and select American History….
OP-ED COMMENTARY By Merdies Hayes, NNPA Weekly News Editor The little girl was guilty of nothing more than hunger. When she was denied sustenance, she made the fatal mistake of demonstrating insolence, and for that infraction, her punishment appeared inconceivable. But it happened. The St. Louis Republican newspaper ran an article in the fall of…
SICKLE CELL ADVOCATE AND PHILANTHROPIST HOWARD WOOLLEY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD AT THE ROLAND B. SCOTT MEMORIAL SYMPOSIUM Washington, DC (BlackNews.com) — Howard Woolley, Sickle Cell Advocate, and Philanthropist, was presented with a “Sickle Cell Outstanding Service Award” at the 2019 Roland B. Scott Memorial Symposium Tuesday, May 7, 2019. One of Woolley’s most significant accomplishments…
Based in Atlanta, Georgia, The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. and Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, are experts at reuniting children with their fathers. Nationwide (BlackNews.com) Michigan Native, Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, Founder & CEO of The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. (TFGF) has successfully reunited 3,112 fatherless children with their biological fathers. One out of 3 African-American…
There’s A Fire in Your House Symposium! 4 pm, Sunday, April 7 at Second United Methodist Church, 1524 Western Ave. in coordination with Lennon-Seney United Methodist Men and Women (Dandridge Ave.) Knoxville native, author, and speaker, Frank Turner, Jr, and Gospel singer Wess Morgan will minister their stories of falling from grace and climbing from…
COMPASSION DINNER, Monthly on the 3rd Saturday from 1-4 pm, at Honey Rock Victorious Church Int’l, 4101 Holston Dr. Open to all, and is offered as an effort to help those whose resources run short near the end of the month. Transportation provided, for pick-up locations call the church at 541-6111. the office of open…
PRAYKNOX, monthly meetings at 11 am , on the 4th Saturday at Overcoming Believers Church. Please continue to follow both on Facebook and the website at prayknox.org; or facebook.com/PrayKnoxville.
Caption: (L-R) The ladies are Rev. Dr. Vivian Williams, Rev. Mildren Smith, and Freedom School Director Denise Dean. (Second-row L-R) Pastors Charles Lomax, Johny Skinner, Richard S.Brown, Derick Wakefield, Gene Thomas, Jr., Michael McNair, and John Butler. Photo submitted. The Knoxville Interdenominational Christian Ministerial Alliance (KICMA) had a Prayer Brunch on Saturday, April 20th, that…
Miami, FL (BlackNews.com) — Did you know that anywhere between 20 to 70% of women will develop uterine fibroids by the time they turn 50. Although these benign tumors found within or on the uterus, can affect all women, Black women are about 3 times more likely than white women to develop fibroids, and they…
By Josh Flory Bradley Clayton knows that his students want to meet their potential, but for many of them the challenges of life are like clouds that make it hard to see where they’re headed. Clayton, a therapist at Whittle Springs Middle School, sees his own role as helping students find their way through those…
A North Carolina mental health therapist provides a 1-on-1 connection to help clients nation-wide with her new app. (Charlotte, NC) (BlackNews.com) – Alicia Tetteh, LCSW, is a social worker, clinician and the founder of Building Endurance PLLC, which is a mental health and therapy organization serving families, individuals, and couples therapy in the Charlotte, NC…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) – “There’s A Fire in Your House” Symposium, 4 pm, Sunday, April 7 at Second United Methodist Church, 1524 Western Ave. co-sponsored by Lennon-Seney United Methodist Men and Women (Dandridge Ave.) Knoxville native, author, and speaker, Frank Turner, Jr, and Gospel singer Wess Morgan will share their stories of falling from grace…
The Rev. Phoebe A. Roaf, Bishop elect of the Episcopalian Diocese of West Tennessee, will be the guest speaker at a community-wide Celebration of the Life and Work of The Blessed Absalom Jones. The service is scheduled for 5 pm, Sunday, March 3, at the Church of the Good Samaritan, 425 N. Cedar Bluff Road,…
By MusuHawa Hoffman During the holiday’s many families struggled to make ends meet and provide gifts under the tree for their children. Denzel Grant recalls his mom working long hours, and sometimes a second job to provide for her five children. Grant started “Betty’s Purse” to honor his mom, Betty Reed, who passed away last…
By Patricia Williams Move over Mother Nature, a new hue has been added to the fall color palette. Pink is being prominently displayed amongst the fall colors that blanket East Tennessee. During the month of October pink is being worn around town, on the field, and by fans at sporting events. “Pink-tober” is breast cancer…
By Patricia Williams On a recent Sunday night, the sounding of ram’s horns reverberated through the Holston Hills and Rivershore Estates area. It hailed from the Shomair Yisrael Synagogue. The new neighbors at 3811 Boyd’s Bridge Pike in East Knoxville that was formerly the home of Bethel AME Zion Church. The Messianic Jewish Congregation was…