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College Seeks New Leadership

Rock Hill, SC, November 26, 2024: The Clinton College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce its search for an energetic, educationally qualified, and mission focused individual to serve as the …
By The Star of Zion

From Children’s Ministry Leader to Children’s Book Author: Ashley Newton’s Journey to Inspiring Children’s Faith

Mrs. Ashley Newton , the First Lady of St. Stephen A.M.E. Zion Church in Asbury Park, NJ, has always been driven by a vision: to create a welcoming and transformative environment where children can …
By St. Stephen Media Team

Official Statement from the Board of Bishops of The A.M.E. Zion Church Concerning the United States Elections

The results of the U.S elections have been received by some in this country with excitement; however, those same results have caused many others pain and genuine fear of the consequences. The purpose …
By The Board of Bishops, The A.M.E. Zion Church

A Trump Presidency - What Now Africa?

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a working lunch with African leaders during the U.N. General Assembly in New York, U.S., September 20, 2017.
The clarion call of former President Donald Trump, the Republican party presidential candidate in the forthcoming 2024 US general elections, has been ‘America First’.  What does this…
By Ronald A. Nathan, World Politics Editor

Livingstone College's Voting Impact

Through the years Livingstone College has consistently promoted civic engagement and social responsibility to its student populations, and has served the Rowan-Salisbury community as a foundation of …
By Ne'Khia Ray
Zion Spotlight

Commissioner Vilma D. Leake Honored with the 2024 Frederick Douglass Award for Lifelong Advocacy and Humanitarian Service

Commissioner Vilma D. Leake, a trailblazer in education, entrepreneurship, and public service, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Frederick Douglass Award for her unwavering dedication to the …

By Jacqueline Anthony

50 Year Anniversary

The children of Johnny Sr. and Gwendolyn Johnson happily announce their parents 50th wedding anniversary. Johnny and Gwendolyn were married on November 2, 1974. They were blessed with 3 children, …

By Rev. Johnny Johnson Jr.

Pastors Flight With Caiden Spears

Flying my Pastor and being the pilot in command of the aircraft was one of the best experiences since becoming a licensed pilot. When I was 15 years old I told my flight Instructor I wanted to take …

By Caiden Spears
Education News

Clinton College Celebrates 2024 Commencement Ceremony

Rock Hill, SC - On Friday, May 3rd, 2024, Clinton College held its highly anticipated 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Bishop Kenneth Monroe Transformation Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The …
By Rev. Roderick J. Josey

Livingstone Freshmen Attend National Academic Conference

The 33rd National Association of African American Honors Programs (NAAAHP) Annual Conference was hosted by Prairie View A&M University from October 31 to November 2, 2024, in Prairie View, Texas…
By The Star of Zion
Social Justice News
The A.M.E. Zion Church has always been known as the Freedom Church because it has been on the cutting edge of social justice, and voting is a major part of what we do.
By Bishop Darryl B. Starnes Sr., Senior Bishop, The A.M.E. Zion Church
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Exercising our right to vote is one powerful way we can clearly articulate and consistently confirm commitment to family, church, …
By Angelia J. Poole
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The Honorable Shirley Anita St. Hill-Chisholm was born one hundred years ago this month, on November 30, 1924, four years after the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted Women’s …
By Rev. Dr. Garrett M. Thomas
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Opinion News

Machismo Misogyny Dooms Harris Presidency

“We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal.” And we do mean men. We hold these truths to be manifest that there is no equality, that women are of a lesser…
By Rev. Dr. Garrett M. Thomas
Other news
November is National Family Caregivers Month . There are more than 11 million family caregivers in the U.S and nearly half of these caregivers provide help to someone with Alzheimer’s or …
By Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter
Richmond, VA - The 11 th Annual Healthy Churches 2030 Virtual Conference brings together faith and public health leaders to inform and advocate for African Americans to have better health …
By Jasmine Roberts Duncan
Three Livingstone College freshmen made their way to the Harris-Walz Rally in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, November 2nd, the last day of early voting in North Carolina at the PNC Music …
By Star of Zion News
Augusta, Ga…The Board of Trustees of Paine College is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Dr. Lester A. McCorn as President-select. Known for his transformational leadership in higher …
By Helene T. Carter
Lifestyle News

Happy Mindful Holidays

It's the most wonderful time of the year… Until it's not. For many, the upcoming holiday season is a gaping reminder of the hole in your life because someone you love has crossed over into …
By Dierdre R Parker, Entertainment and The Arts Editor
Health & Wellness News

American Diabetes Month

The Health Ministry of the A.M.E. Zion Church is pleased to partner with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to bring you vital information about diabetes. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, …
By Dr. Yabo Beysolow, MD, MPH

Health Literacy: More than just knowing

Every October, we celebrate Health Literacy Month — a time to recognize the importance of making health information easy to understand and the health care system easier to navigate. A team …
By Damon De Leon, Health and Wellness Editor

Ruth Ellen Carrow Grimes

Ruth Ellen Carrow Grimes was born on March 13th, 1940, in Kinston, North  Carolina, to the Rev. Eli Edward Carrow and Addie Mae Brewer.  At the tender age of 5 years, Ruth …
By Daman De Leon, Health and Wellness Editor
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