Richmonders join in Holy Day of Atonement in Jamaica
Maria Muhammad called it “an experience I’ll never forget.” The Church Hill resident was among 10 Richmonders who traveled to Kingston, Jamaica, the weekend of Oct. 17-19.
Minister, wife allege harassment
A Northern Virginia minister claims he and his wife have suffered illegal prosecution at the hands of the Virginia Department of Taxation.
North Side church to hold program on noted preacher
Garland Avenue Baptist Church is hosting a colloquium on the life of Dr. Howard Thurman, Saturday, Nov. 8, Dr. Jeffery O. Smith, the church’s pastor, has announced.
Varina church celebrates 140 years in service
First Bethel Baptist Church has been a faith mainstay in the Varina community since it was founded in 1874
Coalition of church groups, others help trailer park residents to improve homes
Father Shay Auerbach has a deep affection for the families that live in Rudd’s Trailer Park on South Side. Many of them attend Mass at the nearby Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he serves as pastor.
Mental health to be topic at church conference
Depression long has been considered as a sign of weakness by many in the African-American community, that’s why Rev. Tyrone Nelson said his church is partnering with Virginia Union University’s Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology to present the church’s …
Center ordered to sell Cowardin Avenue parcel
Pastor Stephen A. Parson has spent more than 16 months fending off a lender’s attempt to foreclose on the current South Side home of the Richmond Christian Center he founded more than 30 years ago.
Area pastors split on view of court ruling
While gay and lesbian couples celebrated their new right to marry in Virginia, several area ministers were expressing reluctance to marry same-sex couples.
Churches to help end inaction on end-of-life planning
Too many people have not prepared written instructions in case of a serious accident or illness.
Historical marker highlights First African Baptist Church
A new state historical marker in Downtown will celebrate the creation of First African Baptist Church.
Gladys Knight still 'guided by the spirit'
“I am not perfect — I mess up sometimes.” But she is “always guided by the spirit. That’s always been the best and most important part of my life. I take it with me every time I step on stage.”
Sickle Cell Sunday designated at area churches
The Florence Neal Cooper Smith Sickle Cell Committee is asking area pastors to collect a special offering or to make a donation to fight the sometimes-fatal blood disorder that predominately affects African-Americans.
Prayers Saturday for city residents
Alicia Rasin announced she will hold a “Prayer for the City” this Saturday, Sept. 27, at 4 p.m.
Drums, dance play greater role in worship services
U.S. congregations are marching to the beat of their own drums now more than ever.
Historic churches celebrate milestone anniversaries
Two Richmond churches established shortly after the Civil War are marking milestone anniversaries at upcoming Sunday services.
