By Esther Claudette Gittens The Anglican Church, known as the Church of England and its affiliated global entities, has played a significant role in shaping colonial and imperial history. Its legacy is intertwined with systems of oppression and assimilation that have disproportionately impacted Black and Native American communities. Below, we explore ten key historical points […]
By Professor Lloyd Waller, eTurboNews This content was provided by Professor Lloyd Waller, Executive Director of Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Center in Jamaica, in response to a request by the World Tourism Network on the important subject of Peace and Tourism. will cover a broad spectrum of contributions by leaders and travel industry […]
Introduction The phrase “spare the rod and spoil the child” is one of the most widely cited proverbs concerning parenting and discipline. It has been invoked for centuries to justify practices of physical punishment, often interpreted as essential to raising morally upright children. However, the phrase does not actually appear verbatim in the King James […]
By Ask The Pastors | Editorial credit: Hans Elmo / shuttertsock.com The birth of Jesus Christ is one of the most profound events in human history, marking a divine intervention into the world to offer love, hope, and salvation. Celebrated each year at Christmas, it serves as a powerful reminder for mankind to walk in […]
By Corrie Aune, DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: VG Foto / shutterstock.com Churches and faith communities in Upper Manhattan collaborated to host a Latin American religious tradition with a NYC twist. On a chilly December evening on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, three women walk side by side down 97th Street. Around their necks, they […]
By Ask The Pastors Radio Show The Bible, particularly in the King James Version (KJV), offers profound guidance on how individuals and societies should treat immigrants, often referred to as “strangers” or “sojourners.” Rooted in principles of love, justice, and compassion, God’s commands emphasize the moral and spiritual imperative of accepting and caring for those […]
By Ask The Pastors Radio Show The Bible, especially in the King James Version (KJV), speaks profoundly to the equality of all humanity. The Scriptures emphasize that God created all people in His image, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or skin color, and that His love, justice, and salvation are available to all. This analysis […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. New York State (NYS) matrimonial law is a complex legal framework that aims to balance the rights and interests of spouses in the context of marriage dissolution. A unique issue arises when individuals seek equitable distribution of marital property but refuse divorce due to religious convictions. This situation highlights a confluence […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The concept of Jesus as an immigrant has profound theological, social, and ethical implications, particularly for contemporary discussions on migration and refugee policies. The Bible, especially the King James Version (KJV), provides compelling evidence to support this notion. Through an analysis of biblical texts, this article explores the life of Jesus […]
By Yoav Gonen, Greg B. Smith and George Joseph, THECITY | Editorial Credit: Ron Adar / shutterstock.com Federal and city law enforcers executed a search warrant earlier this month at the Queens home of a pastor who led a political action committee for Mayor Eric Adams — on the same day authorities raided a hotel owned by a developer and Adams […]