Faith & Clergy
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FAME Oakland Observes Fire Disaster Anniversary with Gospel Artist Zacardi Cortez
A year after a fire destroyed its edifice, First AME Church of Oakland (FAME) will commemorate that tragic event with…
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Illegal Dumping Plagues Glad Tidings Community Church
For more than two years, Glad Tidings Community Church Pastor Jeremiah Captain has been fighting a losing battle with illegal…
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Kaplan, Councilmembers Support Expanded Safe Car Park Program for Unhoused
The need for safe overnight parking is crucial and well-documented, according to Kaplan. In January 2022, the Point-In-Time Homeless Count…
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COMMENTARY: Tapping into Our Timeless Kwanzaa Traditions to Support Black Wellness
While beliefs about the nature and purpose of Kwanzaa differ, its birth has, over the years, resulted in broad appreciation…
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New City, County Funding Will Save Car Park Program
On Tuesday, Dec. 19, the Oakland City Council is scheduled to hear an item authored by Rebecca Kaplan, with co-authors…
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Congresswoman Lee Releases Statement on Vandalism of Lake Merritt Menorah
Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-12) released the following statement on the destruction of the large Menorah on display at Lake Merritt…
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The Silent Struggle of Pregnancy Loss
It is a tragedy that Black women's odds of pregnancy loss are much higher than the general population. It’s even…
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Opinion: How We Can Protect Our Communities from COVID After the Pandemic
As pastor of the First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Los Angeles (FAME), the oldest African American church in the…
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Where is Oakland’s Outrage for One Mother’s Child?
For on this day in August, I would open my front door to police officers, yellow crime tape and the…
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OCCUR & SF Foundation FAITHS Program Presents Year-End Celebration: Taking Our Impact Higher!
Even in an era of tumult as we’ve rarely seen before, individuals in great need today are still looking to…
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Black Repertory Group Future in Peril, Seeks Community Support
Founded in 1964 in the basement of Progressive Baptist Church, the Black Repertory Group (BRG) moved to a storefront at…
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Acknowledging Our Ancestars is Good for Our Souls
Ancestors are those in our maternal and paternal bloodlines born before us (in most cases) who have transitioned from the…
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Elected Officials, Faith Leaders Join State Ed Chief Thurmond to Discuss Antisemitism Solutions
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond organized a virtual roundtable discussion titled “Education to End Hate: Countering Antisemitism” that…
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DA Pamela Price Engages Community at Good Hope Baptist Church Gathering
East Oakland’s Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church bore witness to an impactful event as Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price…
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How Non-Profits Can Strengthen Legal Guardrails
On Aug. 31, OCCUR & San Francisco Foundation FAITHS A Model Built on Faith (AMBOF) will present: Strengthening Your Legal…
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Despite Humble Beginnings in East Oakland
What does commitment and dedication look like? It can be seen in Mrs. Nina Gardner-Meeks who, as a young Black…
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Mother Vivian Griffin to Celebrate 102nd Birthday
Ms. Vivian Howard Griffin will be celebrating her 102nd birthday July 5, 2023.Born in Italy, Texas, Mother Griffin was a…
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Samuel Jones Sr., 79
Samuel Jones Sr., affectionately known as Sam, departed from his earthly home Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in San Leandro, CA.…
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Compassion in Action – First Presbyterian Church Hosts Concert for the Unhoused at Mosswood Park
A free concert, Compassion in Action, was held for the unhoused at Oakland’s Mosswood Park on Monday afternoon, June 12.…
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Miracle Temple’s Pastor Emeritus Dr. Lelia M. Rideau Edwards Celebrates 95th Birthday
Miracle Temple Apostolic Pentecostal Church hosted an appreciation service celebrating Pastor Emeritus Dr. Lelia M. Rideau Edwards’ 95th birthday at…
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Prayers That Make Men Better
As Father’s Day is upon us, three Black clergymen have published a book of prayers that have worked for them…
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A Moral Budget for Oakland
As members of the Faith Alliance for a Moral Economy (FAME) and the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity (IM4H) we…
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From Tahoe to Stockton: Local Baptist Church Brings Snow to the Community
The parking lot at Quail Lakes Baptist Church was transformed into a winter wonderland with nearly 40 tons of snow…
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Open Bible Baptist Church Pastor, First Lady Celebrate Retirement
The Pastoral Retirement for Revered Eddie C. Thomas and First Lady Brenda Thomas was held on Sunday, March 26 at…
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NOMBC Saved – Pastor Sylvester Rutledge Gives Thanks
Dr. Sylvester Rutledge, pastor of North Oakland Missionary Baptist Church (NOMBC) expressed his thanks for the outpouring of support from…
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