McDonald's 365Black Awards Honor T.D. Jakes

Bishop T.D. Jakes is one of the honorees at this year's McDonald's 9th Annual 365Black Awards in New Orleans.  This award was launched in 2003 to celebrate the pride, heritage and achievements of African-Americans year-round.  Many of us have heard the Little Known Black History Fact on the Tom Joyner Morning Show; this daily fact is sponsored by McDonald's.

“This year’s 365Black Award honorees showcase an incredible range of talent, intellect and leadership,” said Rob Jackson, U.S. marketing director, McDonald’s USA. “From a high school student blazing new paths in medical technology to a legendary spiritual leader who motivates millions of people every day, McDonald’s is proud to honor and recognize all 2012 recipients for their extraordinary contributions that positively impact communities across America and the world, 365 days a year.” (from http://www.caribpress.com/2012/07/03/mcdonalds-365black-awards/)

Congrats to all honorees!

For more information about 365Black, please click HERE.

Meagan Good and DeVon Franklin Tie the Knot

Actress Meagan Good and her fiance', DeVon Franklin, tied the knot in Malibu yesterday!  The couple met in 2011 while filming Jumping the Broom.  Franklin is a Sony Pictures Entertainment executive and also a preacher. 

Congrats to the happy couple!!

Photo from www.theybf.com

To peep more pics, click HERE.

Creflo Dollar's Statement to His Church

Most of us have heard the news of Creflo Dollar's recent arrest.  In a statement to his Church on this past Sunday, Rev. Dollar had a message to his church, regarding the recent allegations of choking his 15-year old daughter.

“I want you to hear it personally from me: All is well in the Dollar household,” he said. “A family conversation with our youngest daughter got emotional. Things escalated from there.” But he said: “She was not choked. She was not punched.” What a police report described as scratches on her neck were remnants of a long-ago case of eczema, he said. (from Eurweb.com)

Click HERE for more information and the video statement.

During this time, the Dollar family is in our prayers.

Marvin Winans Update

Per Eurweb.com, an update on Marvin Winans' assault and carjacking:

"Three young men were arraigned Sunday in the assault and carjacking of Detroit pastor and gospel singer Marvin Winans."

"Winans, 54, was attacked Wednesday afternoon while pumping gas in Detroit. The robbers took his sport utility vehicle, Rolex watch, cash and credit cards."

More details on the story can be read HERE:

It's definitely sad to know that so much craziness is going on; we must keep each other uplifted in prayer.

Le’Andria Johnson is Pregnant

Gospel Singer and Sunday's Best past winner, Le'Andria Johnson, is pregnant.  Check out the article and news HERE.

A New Reality Show for Mary Mary

Gospel duo, Mary Mary, have their very own reality show starting on March 29th (10pm EST) on We TV.

The We TV website provides the following synopsis for the show:

Sister duo Erica and Tina Campbell make up the multi-Grammy award winning Gospel group Mary Mary. Balancing busy lives of worldwide recording artists with the demands of being both mothers and wives is challenging, especially when working closely with family.


Tina and her husband, Teddy, have four children. Erica and her husband, Warryn, have two small children and are expecting another. Despite the glamorous life of Mary Mary on the road, at home it’s very different. Luckily for Erica and Tina, their supportive husbands also work in the music business and understand the challenges they face. Warryn is the successful producer to Mary Mary, and Tina’s husband, Teddy, is The Tonight Show’s drummer. In the end, family trumps all, but Mary Mary’s music is their true passion, and they are determined to reach even greater heights.

Per We TV: New episodes then air in its regular timeslot Thursdays at 9pm EST beginning April 5, with 10, hour-long episodes.

Looking forward to the show!

Dr. Boyce: Eddie Long's Little Boys Keep On Speaking Out

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College Student Dies on Birthday Shortly After Thanking God for Giving Her Another Year of Life

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Church Billboard Says Beyonce's Baby is the Devil

 

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Is It OK to Question Christianity?

Yvette Carnell, Dr. Boyce Watkins and Pastor Mika Edmondson discuss the issue. 

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Miranda P. Kincaid: My Secret Life – Having a Dad with Mental Illness

Miranda P. Kincaid discusses the challenges of growing up with a dad with mental illness. 

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Stacey Nicole English - Atlanta Woman Still Missing

Stacey Nicole English is still missing.  

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A Black Church Gets Ownership of a KKK Store

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Dr. Boyce: Has Christianity Become a "Get Out of Jail Free" Card for Black Folks?

 

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Deion Sanders and His Wife Will Live in Same House, Daughter Blasts Step Mom on Twitter

The drama for 2012 will be full steam ahead for Deion Sanders and his wife, Pilar.

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A "Joyful Noise" with KeKe Palmer & Queen Latifah

KeKe Palmer and Queen Latifah have a new film coming out next month; the film is entitled "Joyful Noise".  The film also stars Dolly Parton.  The trailer shows a movie that is sure to make us laugh & be inspired.

KeKe recently completed an interview regarding the film and working with Queen Latifah again (she previously worked with Queen Latifah in "Barber Shop 2").  Check out the interview and movie trailer HERE.


This film definitely looks like a good one to see!!

Mega Pastor's Wife in Battle to Take Over Her Late Husband's Church

After the death of the late Zachery Tims, his wife Riva Tims has been battling with Paula White supporters for control of the New Destiny Christian Center. 

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Question: Should Black Women Walk Away from "Think Like a Man" The Movie?

Black women, like writer Kirsten West-Savali, say that African Americans should walk away from the new Steve Harvey film, "Think Like a Man."  What do you think?  

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Mary Mary Cancels Christmas Tour



Photo from: http://www.mary-mary.com/us/photos/official



Gospel duo, Mary Mary, has cancelled their Christmas Tour.  Group member, Erica Campbell, is pregnant with her third child; as her due date draws near, doctors have advised her to rest from the vigorous schedule.

The following statement was issued via Facebook:

“Sorry everyone, we had to cancel the “Have A Mary Mary Christmas Tour.” Just know that I have the greatest passion for whom I sing about and a great love and respect for whom I sing to, so I’ll be back to what I live for as soon as I take care of mommy business.” – Erica Campbell

More details can be found HERE.

Wishing Erica much rest as she prepares for the new addition to her family!

Kirsten West Savali and Jesse Lee Peterson Debate Abortion, Margaret Sanger and Planned Parenthood

Kirsten West Savali from Your Black World debates with Jesse Lee Peterson about the legacy of Margaret Sanger and abortion. 

Should Men Have the Right to Opt out of Raising a Child if the Mother Gives Him No Choice about Having It?

Deborrah Cooper takes issue with the article written by Yvette Carnell of Your Black World.   Both women have opposing views on the concept of Financial abortions and whether men should have the same rights to opt out of child birth as women. 

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Bishop Eddie Long Announces that He's Going to Take Time Off from His Church

It appears that Bishop Eddie Long is going to take some time away to deal with family issues. 

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Dr. Boyce: Eddie Long, Herman Cain and Powerful Black Men in the Pulpit

Herman Cain, Eddie Long and other southern black men in the pulpit give us reason to reconsider how African Americans perceive money, power and entitlement. 

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Dr. Boyce: Should Vanessa Long Be Standing By Her Man or Should She Have Continued with the Divorce?

Does her decision to stand by her man make Vanessa Long a hero, a victim or both? 

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Bishop Eddie Long's Wife Withdraws Divorce Petition Just Hours After Filing

It looks like Vanessa Long is having second thoughts about her husband. 

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Eddie Long's Wife Files for Divorce

Vanessa Long, after enduring a ton of craziness from her husband, Bishop Eddie Long, is finally hitting the road.  

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Dr. Boyce: How Oprah Helped to Fuel the HIV Epidemic in Black America

Did Oprah Winfrey's show about Living on the Downlow play a role in the spread of HIV/AIDS in the black community? 

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Church in KY Says Interracial Couples Can't Join

The Gulnare Freewill Baptist Church in Pike County doesn’t seem to believe much in free will - interracial couples can't join. 

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Bank Tries to Evict 103-Yr Old Woman, But Movers and Deputies Refuse to Put Her Out

People took a stand for this elderly woman in Atlanta who was about to lose her home. 

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Tyler Perry Accused of Fueling His Empire with Drug Money

It appears that Tyler Perry has a few more enemies these days, but money tends to do that. 

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Why Would a Church Tell HIV Patients to Stop Taking Their Meds? (Video)

In this video, Dr. Boyce Watkins speaks with Dr. Christopher House.  The conversation centers around a church that told members of its congregation to stop taking their HIV medication.  As a result, six people have died.  The video is below:

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Yvette Carnell: Tyler Perry's "For Better or Worse" Scrapes the Bottom of the Barrel

YBW columnist and Tyler Perry supporter Yvette Carnell doesn't have many good things to say about Perry's new joint. 

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What the Hayell? Six HIV Patients Die After Church Tells them to Stop Taking Medication

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Tyler Perry Writes Open Letter to the Penn State Sex Abuse Victim

Tyler Perry seems to have a soft spot for the Penn State victim.  

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12-Year Old "Devout" Christian Boy Murders Parents; Shoots and Stabs Younger Siblings

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Survey: Half of All Black Women Unhappy with Tyler Perry's Choice of Kim Kardashian

It appears that Tyler Perry has some explaining to do in his decision to put Kim Kardashian in his next movie. 

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Cornel West Ditches Princeton University to Return to His Roots

Noted black scholar Cornel West has suddenly decided to leave Princeton for New York City. 

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Michelle Taylor on Using the Power of God to Overcome Financial Challenges

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Dr. Boyce Spotlight: Author Finds Hope After Enduring Financial Tragedy

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Rapper Creates a Catchy Kirk Franklin Dance

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