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Via:  www.eurweb.com President Obama is scheduled to meet with black religious leaders at the White House today, in his latest attempt to reach out to the African-American community. It’s no secret that Mr. Obama has been on the receiving end of much criticism from commentator Tavis Smiley and black leaders for not supporting the so-called […]

Via:  www.elev8.com // Maybe it’s me but, I thought the census form was supposed to be confidential – at least that’s what they told us.  Whatever the case, if that is so, how in the heck did President Obama’s response to his racial identity become public knowledge.  According to the LA Times, he checked “Black” […]

Via:  www.elev8.com // In America, race and class are inextricably linked. Whether by chance, or more likely, by purpose, that is the reality that we must live with. Most of the children who attend New York’s Lower Laboratory School for Gifted Education and Straus School, and their parents, know this all too well. Straus and […]

Via:  www.singersroom.com The release of Kirk Franklin’s forthcoming literary project ‘The Blueprint’ is swiftly approaching. With that said, Franklin is giving you a chance to win an autographed copy of the book! According to Franklin (in video below), ‘The Blueprint: A Plan For Living Above Life’s Storms’ can be yours by either joining him on […]

Via:  www.newsone.com // TIJUANA, Mexico – A powerful earthquake swayed buildings from Los Angeles to Tijuana, killing two people in Mexico, blacking out cities and forcing the evacuation of hospitals and nursing homes. One California city closed off its downtown due to unstable buildings. The 7.2-magnitude quake centered just south of the U.S. border near Mexicali was one […]

Via:  www.newsone.com // INDIANAPOLIS — Every good Hollywood film needs an underdog and a villain. With Butler and Duke playing each other, Monday’s national title game has all the makings of a blockbuster. Tiny Butler (33-4) is one victory away from finishing off its version of “Hoosiers,” taking down some of college basketball’s biggest names […]

Deitrick Haddon is getting ready to make his movie debut in a new movie called Blessed and Cursed. The movie who was written by Deitrick is a modern day spin of the story of Saul and David. Some of his co stars in the movie are his wife Damita Haddon, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Karen Clark […]

Via:  www.eurweb.com Israel Houghton has taken worship music to another level. For years he has led thousands of people in praising God through song, especially as worship leader at Lakewood Church pastored by Joel and Victoria Osteen. He has written or co-written 11 of CCLI’s Top 500 favorite songs, including “You are Good,” “I Am […]

This Easter, when many churchgoers sport new suits and dresses, pastors across the country will be preaching with one article of clothing noticeably absent: their shoes. Some 5,000 pastors are expected to go barefoot on Easter Sunday to raise awareness about global poverty and help provide shoes for the 300 million people worldwide who lack […]

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The highest holy day of the year for Christians is a mere three days away. Christians will rightfully celebrate God’s sacrifice in the death of his Son on a ghastly cross. We will remember his death reverently and soberly. But we also will rejoice in the remembrance of his resurrection and his victory over evil […]

Via:  www.elev8.com // For Christians this is the Holiest Week of the year. It is the week in which they memorialized the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The week begins on Palm Sunday, in which readings from the Gospels of Mark, Matthew, Luke and John are reflected upon. Palm Leaves are given and many […]

Memphis, TN — The 2010 Rhythm of Gospel Awards Executive Committee are proud to announce that NFL Football Star Mr. Michael Vick will be a presenter/guest at this years awards show. We are also proud to announce that Yes Lord Radio and You In Music are two of this year new media groups sponsoring this […]