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We face two kinds of wrongs: personal offenses and criminal acts. How you respond to these wrongs as a Christian can test your faith and knowledge of the teachings of Jesus. Here’s how the New Testament tells you to...
There is a widespread perception that the nation’s largest crime survey finds that violent crime in urban areas continues to rise dramatically. Shooting victims within Rochester is unacceptably high and the Faith Leaders Roundtable, a group of Pastors and...
Charity has a special place in Christianity; it goes much deeper than giving away your belongings or money. This idea is tied to the Bible’s teachings. The Old Testament says, “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” This means we must...
Growing up in Jamaica, I developed a great passion for classical music. I remember listening to my favorite radio show, Classical Moments, with Jamaican radio presenter Ralston McKenzie on Sunday afternoons. In the days before YouTube and (legal) music...
It all started in Brooklyn, New York, in 1972, over 50 years ago, when Dr. Kamae was in grammar school. As a Catholic School lad, he had to wear a uniform. The uniform made him a target for gang...
Many people, no matter what they believe, look at January 1 as a chance for a new beginning. If the previous year was disappointing or they made significant mistakes, they imagine wiping the slate clean and starting over. Christians...
Life’s journey is full of highs and lows there are many beautiful moments but also challenges you never saw coming. For many of us, that challenge is living with a chronic illness. It’s definitely not easy, but we have...
Early October, the Living Waters Association of Churches (American Baptist Churches of NYS) held their meeting at the Mt Vernon Missionary Baptist Church in Rochester, New York. The meeting was already on the calendar when their host, Pastor Cedric...
Music is a language that can speak to souls like no other our heart medium can. While many musical genres have come and gone over the years, gospel music has remained a constant source of hope and comfort for...
Seven million the US experience major depression each year. While attendance at religious services might be protective, it is not protective enough. The number of depressed Christians in America is not something you can just look up in a...
