Bishop Knestout reflects on election of first American pope
Bishop Barry C. Knestout of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond recently offered reflections following the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope The election, which took place May 8, brought Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago native, to …
Book talk with Bethel Booth to highlight spiritual reflection
Richmond author Bethel Booth will host a book talk and signing Thursday, May 29, at The Queen’s Library Tea Room to celebrate her debut release, “Her Letters to Him: 50 Prayers by a Woman After God’s Heart.”
Community open mic to honor mothers, Mother Earth
Virginia Interfaith Power & Light will host an open mic night in Richmond on Thursday, May 15, to honor both motherhood and the planet.
Faith leaders arrested during Capitol Rotunda prayer protest
Five faith leaders were arrested while praying in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Monday, May 5, the second time in as many weeks clergy and others have been handcuffed as they speak out against the Republican-led budget bill.
Long-hitting golf great Jim Dent dies at 85
Jim Dent grew up in the caddie yards of Augusta, Ga., eventually working at the Masters and honing his game at the municipal course known as “The Patch.”He went on to become one of the PGA Tour’s longest hitters and …
Rev. Barber arrested in Capitol Rotunda after praying against Republican-led budget
Prominent pastor and anti-poverty activist the Rev. William Barber and two others were arrested while praying in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Monday, April 28, an action he said would be part of a recurring series of demonstrations aimed at …
T.D. Jakes’ Dallas megachurch to be led by daughter, son-in-law
Bishop T.D. Jakes is turning leadership of his Dallas mega-church, The Potter’s House, over to his daughter and son-in-law — a move they said occurred after preparations “over the last several years,” but also five months after Jakes suffered a …
Women’s conference offers spiritual growth, networking
A two-day women’s conference focused on worship, personal growth and spiritual empowerment will be held May 2 and 3 at New Life Outreach Church, 1005 Turner Road.
Richmond diocese holds mass in memory of Pope Francis
Bishop Barry C. Knestout led a Mass at noon today at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond, honoring the memory of Pope Francis, who died earlier this week at the age of 88.
Annual prayer breakfast brings Christian leaders together May 1
The 32nd Annual Christian Leadership Prayer Breakfast is set for Thursday, May 1, bringing together more than 300 Christian leaders from across the Richmond area for worship, fellowship and reflection.
Pastor, professor hosting book signing at Good Shepherd Baptist Church
Dr. Sylvester T. Smith, pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church and a professor at Virginia Union University, will host a book signing Saturday, April 19, at the church, 1127 N.28th St., beginning at noon.
Judge dismisses gender discrimination lawsuit against historic Harlem church
A federal judge has dismissed a gender discrimination lawsuit brought against Abyssinian Baptist Church by a onetime candidate to be the historic Harlem church’s senior pastor, the sole female candidate among finalists for the role.
Faith, business leaders gather for final T.D. Jakes leadership conference
T.D. Jakes’ International Leadership Summit, presented by Wells Fargo, will hold its final gathering April 10-12 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, bringing together faith and business leaders for a last time under its current format.
Marvin Sapp defends fundraising style after viral video sparks debate
Gospel singer and pastor Marvin Sapp defended his fundraising approach during a radio interview March 31, following backlash over a viral video from a nine-month-old call for donations.
Virginia Interfaith names LaKeisha Cook executive director
The Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy appointed Dr. LaKeisha Cook as its new executive director, the organization announced Tuesday.
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