It is important to understand that there is a vital connection between the understanding and celebration of our emancipation and our psyche. The Emancipation Proclamation was signed and put into effect in 1863. However, it was not fully implemented across the nation, especially in those areas that remained under Confederate control, until much later. As…
Salisbury, North Carolina – In a remarkable show of generosity, Livingstone College received its fifth consecutive $1 million donation from an anonymous benefactor on Tuesday, June 11th. The significant contribution comes as a boon to the esteemed institution, solidifying its position as a beacon of educational excellence in the region. Dr. Anthony Davis, President of…
Hello and good day to those assembled from all walks of life. I, Darin Kent, greet you in the magnanimous name of Jesus The Christ. Today, I want to share one of Paul’s books with the church of Corinth. Let’s begin reading 2 Corinthians 6 – 10. I’ll be reading from the New International Version….
In a landmark decision, the Tennessee Legislature has passed a bill permitting teachers and school staff to carry concealed handguns within school premises. The contentious bill, which has been the subject of heated debate among lawmakers and the public alike, marks a significant shift in Tennessee’s approach to school safety and gun control. Under the…
The Power of Intentional Intimacy is a necessary book that every Christian ought to have in their toolbox for spiritual growth and development. It is a 21-day guide to a more profound and trusting relationship with God. Trust is a two-way enterprise. By faith and the knowledge of the word of God through life experience,…
In the heart of North Carolina, amidst the serene landscapes and rolling hills, resides a remarkable woman whose dedication to education has spanned nearly a century. Everlene Davis, at the age of 93, has been recognized and honored for her unwavering commitment to teaching, an astonishing 68-year journey that continues to inspire and uplift those…
We must keep fighting for justice. All praises be to God.” Mayor W. Mondale Robinson W. Mondale Robinson is a Livingstone College alumnus who has truly flung his light of wisdom since graduating in 2012. A political science major, Robinson serves as the youngest mayor of his hometown city, Enfield, North Carolina. Prior to his…
Hood Theological Seminary celebrated its 20th Annual Bishop James Walker Hood Donor and Scholarship Recognition Dinner. The master of ceremonies was Dr. Angela Davis-Baxter and supported by Dr. Vergel Lattimore, the president of the Seminary. The guest speaker was Bishop William Gregg, retired bishop in the Episcopalian Church and Adjunct Professor in Theology at Hood…
Recent studies indicate that children who watch a lot of television are more likely to have problems adjusting to society. They are also likely to exhibit characteristics of extremely high levels of socially aggressive behavior. The influence of television on the lives of African American children is much greater than ever anticipated. While a great…
In recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June, the Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina educating all about the benefits of brain health. While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, we know more than ever about brain health, risk reduction and ways to live well with the disease. Today, there are nearly 7…
This June, during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina is encouraging all Americans to take charge of their brain health. Today, there are nearly 7 million people aged 65 and older in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, including more than 210,000 in North Carolina. The lifetime risk for…
Atlanta, GA – Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated is proud to announce that it will host its 84th Conclave in Tampa, Florida, from June 27 to July 2. This highly anticipated event will bring together thousands of fraternity members, dignitaries, celebrities, and community leaders for a time of fellowship, development, and community service with a…
The summertime gives many educational institutions around the nation a much-needed break from the academic school year; however, considering the importance of the upcoming presidential election, the Office of Student Affairs at Livingstone College is working through the time. On Thursday, May 30th the team assembled by associate vice president for student affairs Terri Stevenson,…
Ours is not the struggle of one day, one week, or one year. Ours is not the struggle of one judicial appointment or presidential term. Ours is the struggle of a lifetime, or maybe even many lifetimes, and each one of us in every generation must do our part.” Rep. John Lewis “The way to…
Yonkers, NY – June 2024 …, The trajectory of the presiding elders’ spiritual journey in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church began when he was a child. He faithfully and dutifully adhered to the path which was set before him. “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he…
What do soccer, graphic design, and hip-hop have in common? I’ll tell you that in a minute. June is Black Music Month. As we head into the summer with many of our favorite artists releasing new music, this writer is curious to see which song will go down in history as the sound of…
Welcome to the 2024 NBA Finals! The excitement in the air is electric as we prepare for the most thrilling showdown in basketball. This year’s Finals bring a special kind of joy and historical significance, featuring two Black head coaches: Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks and Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics. These remarkable…
Come to know what is in front of you, and that which is hidden from you will become clear to you. For there is nothing hidden that will not become manifest.” Jesus Indian Christians are on their knees, praying for a change in the nation’s political direction. Christianity is India’s second largest minority religion after Islam…
SCOTLAND A.M.E. ZION, POTOMAC, MD. — In July of 2019, the historic Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church watched the foundation and walls of their church collapse after a devastating once-in-a-lifetime flood hit the Washington-Maryland-Virginia corridor. Without a worship site but a newfound faith, Bishop W. Darin Moore, Presiding Prelate of the Mid-Atlantic Episcopal District, appointed the…
Rev. Dr. Michael E. Ellis, department chair for Religious Studies, is retiring from Livingstone College. Ellis has served Livingstone for 15 years as a leader, mentor, and academician. A tenured professor, Dr. Ellis leaves the academy with multiple publications including his most recent text, A Royal Pulpit: Fifty Years of Preaching in the Classic Tradition….
