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Category: Faith

Several gospel music greats gathered to celebrate the legendary Richard Smallwood on Nov. 30. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)
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Richard Smallwood Celebrates 75th Birthday with Concert Featuring Gospel Legends

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris December 1, 2023December 4, 2023

Gospel icons and celebrities from the D.C. area celebrated legendary artist Richard Smallwood’s 75th birthday with a musical tribute, proclamation, and video presentation.

Minister Deon Booker preaches at Suitland Road Church of Christ during the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Gospel Meeting. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)
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Mid-Atlantic Gospel Meeting Marks Joyful Return

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris November 29, 2023November 29, 2023
close up of christmas decoration hanging on tree
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THE RELIGION CORNER: The Christmas Tree Miracle

by Lyndia Grant November 29, 2023November 29, 2023
diverse people praying on thanksgiving
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THE RELIGION CORNER: Eat Healthy for Thanksgiving

by Lyndia Grant November 21, 2023November 21, 2023
Black Americans go to church, higher than any other demographic group. But when it comes to the climate crisis, the Black church is not generally fulfilling that long-standing role as the first stop for solutions. (Courtesy of Pixabay)
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Why the Black Church Needs to Go Green

by Willie Blackmore, Special to The Informer via Word in Black November 15, 2023November 15, 2023
man in black jacket standing in front of grave
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THE RELIGION CORNER: Are You Ready for Death?

by Lyndia Grant November 15, 2023November 15, 2023
Over the past two years, 425 guns were returned during a gun buyback, resulting in $52,260 gifted to the community in exchange for those weapons being taken off the streets. (Courtesy of Zion Church)
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First Baptist of Glenarden and Zion Church Partner with the Prince George’s Police Gun Buyback Program

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris November 15, 2023November 15, 2023
happy young black woman setting up smartphone before shooting podcast
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THE RELIGION CORNER: Are YOU Brave Enough to Try?

by Lyndia Grant November 8, 2023November 8, 2023
Dr. Grace Holloman Davis, the church’s oldest member, will turn 100 this month. (Courtesy photo)
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DMV Religion Roundup

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris November 8, 2023November 8, 2023
GirlTREK participants praying (Courtesy of GirlTrek)
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Putting Feet to Prayer for Better Health

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