-
Subscribe
Subscribed
Already have a WordPress.com account? Log in now.
I was struck with sadness when I heard about the shooting in a Sikh temple in Wisconsin. Details are still emerging but the fact is that 7 people are dead. Someone with a weapon intentionally went into a sacred space with the intention of causing pain, mayhem, and violence. So this is a prayer going … Continue reading
This weekend, I will get a chance to share my story at the Missouri Black Expo, which takes place on August 4th (10AM to 8PM) and 5th (11AM to 8PM) at the America’s Center, 701 Convention Plaza in St. Louis. General Admission is $6 and Children 6 years and under are Free. Come by if you are in the … Continue reading
It is quite ok to believe one thing, and stand shoulder to shoulder with people who believe something else.
As I have been in conversation with others about My 52 Weeks of Worship, there has been interest and inquiries about the worship communities that I have visited along the way. When I posted the list of places that I visited in the first 52 weeks of my journey, I remember a comment in response … Continue reading
As this is the holy month of Ramadan for those who practice Islam, I thought it would be a good time to spend some time learning more about the religion. For those who know about My 52 Weeks of Worship – in the first 52 weeks, I visited several Muslim worship communities, but I have … Continue reading
All day I have been watching media coverage, and reading news about the tragic shooting at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado. A gathering place for entertainment – where we tell our stories, and escape for a few hours from our realities – was turned into a place of horror. It is at times like … Continue reading
To all of those who are entering the holy month of Ramadan, I wish you all Ramadan Kareem (Blessed/Happy Ramadan). To read an interesting article on one of the holiest times of the year for those who practice Islam, click here. Photo Credit: Frank Augstein/AP
Black women are among most the religious people in U.S.: A new nationwide survey conducted by The Washington Post and Kaiser Family Foundation reveals that black women are among the most religious people in the country. The quote above is from a Washington Post article that explored different religious beliefs and experiences from a Black woman’s … Continue reading
Sometimes the pastor/priest/imam/rabbi is speaking directly to you.
Today, I read a number of headlines that reminded me that “Religion Gone Wild” is alive and well. One Facebook friend made the comment, “For all my Christian friends. FIX YOUR HOUSE NOW. Your faith is becoming disgusting.” – in response to a story about Terry Jones at the Dove Outreach Center in Gainseville, Fla … Continue reading
My 52 Weeks of Worship Project 