Last Friday, January 19th, William Murphy–a Grammy and Dove Award-nominee, and Stellar Award-winning artist released his new single, “Double.” The song is a declaration of encouragement and reminder that better days are ahead. Known for his capacity to motivate and encourage, Murphy explains, “This song is a testament to God’s faithfulness and his promise to…… MORE
The article reflects on the current state of the environment, highlighting the impact of consumerism on the Earth’s health and the challenges faced in promoting sustainability. Despite initial resistance and setbacks, the author shares their community’s efforts to educate and engage in ecological initiatives, such as community gardening and environmental education. By aligning with the…… MORE
Parenting is a challenging journey filled with love, fear, and trust in God’s goodness. The presence of evil, sickness, and death in the world can be alarming, especially when it affects our children. Trusting in God’s faithfulness and leaning on Him for strength can help navigate the difficulties of parenting, even in the face of…… MORE
Gospel pioneer Kirk Franklin will be honored at the Recording Academy Honors Presented by the Black Music Collective during GRAMMY Week! Franklin’s revolutionary contributions to music and culture will be honored at the occasion. On Sunday, February 2, the 67th GRAMMY Awards, formally known as the 2025 GRAMMYs, will be broadcast live on CBS and…… MORE
Kirk Franklin recently responded to criticism for inappropriate attire and actions during The Reunion Tour in Fall 2023. The Grammy Award-winning performer faced backlash for wearing a grey muscle shirt and shorts during the event and also received criticism for twerking on gospel icon Jacky Clark Chisholm during their live performance. Many have questioned whether…… MORE
A winter storm sweeping across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic wreaked havoc on travel plans. More than 2,000 flights were canceled due to weather as of Monday, according to FlightAware. The conditions also shut down or delayed Amtrak train service along several routes. Over 34 million Americans are under winter storm warnings.… MORE
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Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last living member of the Barrett Sisters, a Chicago gospel three known for their enthusiastic operatic voice and exciting harmonies, passed away on December 16 in Harvey, Illinois. She was 94. According to her grandson Jonathan Scrutchens, she died in a hospital after suffering complications from a stroke. The Barrett Sisters…… MORE
The National Retail Federation predicts more than $890 billion worth of holiday gifts will be returned this year. Here are some tips for taking back that oversized sweater: Amazon has a deadline of Jan. 31st for all items purchased between Nov. 1st and Dec. 31st. Walmart also has a Jan. 31st deadline, for purchases going…… MORE
Holiday travel in the U.S. is expected to reach record levels, with over 119 million people traveling at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year’s Day. Airlines anticipate carrying 54 million passengers during this period, a 6% increase from last year. Despite potential government shutdowns, airport operations are expected to continue, with…… MORE