News & Analysis
Faith-informed reporting and analysis on the news that matters to Black Christian women.
#InternationalFriendshipDay: 5 qualities to look for in friends
Choosing relationships carefully is important to every person, particularly if you are going to fulfill the calling of God on your life. Being surrounded by healthy, God-fearing people is not optional.
Keep it classy: Lady Serita Jakes says a ‘soft answer’ is best
The last time a person insulted you, what did you do? If you struggle to hold your tongue and your temper when someone is being less than kind, first lady Serita Jakes has some advice for you
Vlog: The Hobbs men whip up their ‘special soup remedy’ [WATCH]
Over the weekend, the husband and sons of Empowering Everyday Women Ministries Founder, Dianna Hobbs, catered to the ministry leader after she contracted a cold. Watch them make special soup.
Before passing Wynter Pitts, 38. said she hoped her story would inspire confidence
Though Wynter Pitts, founder of For Girls Like You Magazine, passed away unexpectedly last week. But before she made her transition suddenly, she expressed what she hoped her legacy would be.
BeBe and CeCe Winans to receive ‘Gospel Music Icon’ award
One of America's favorite gospel duos of all time, BeBe and CeCe Winans, may have recorded their final album, Still, in 2009. But all these years later, they are still relevant and are being billed ‘icons’.
How God is using Michelle Williams’ mental health struggle to help others
God turns our pain into purpose and Gospel singer and Broadway star Michelle Williams is a living example of that truth. The “Say Yes” singer has said yes to the calling of taking the stigma off of mental illness.
Court: California school board's prayers ruled unconstitutional
A U.S. appeals court says a Southern California school board's policy of opening meetings with a prayer is unconstitutional in part because the prayers often invoke Christianity. The decision was unanimous.
New to Haiti: Foster care for the nation’s parentless kids
Many of Haiti’s youths live on the streets; hundreds of thousands are domestic workers in other families’ homes, and consigned to orphanage-like institutions ranging in quality from adequate to abominable.
Dr. Tony Evans is ‘heartbroken’ over the sudden passing of his 38-year-old niece Wynter Pitts
The 38-year-old niece of pastor, author and scholar, Dr. Tony Evans, died suddenly Tuesday night and the leader, who shared the news on Instagram, said he is “heartbroken.” She leaves behind a husband and four daughters.
EEW president Dianna Hobbs opens up about sister’s attempted suicide
Popular Christian blogger and podcaster, Dianna Hobbs, may be a well-known encourager of women around the world. But that doesn’t mean discouragement hasn’t touched her own family. She opens up about how her own sister attempted suicide.
Kierra Sheard says ‘I’m still not believing it’ after Destani Smith, 26, drowns in Detroit River
Gospel singer Kierra Sheard is paying tribute to a 26-year-old Wayne State University student who, sadly, disappeared in the Detroit River this past weekend. Her body was discovered and recovered Monday.
Tyler Perry rebukes devil, warns of scam in his name
Filmmaker Tyler Perry is warning fans not to fall prey to scams circulating on Facebook that are using his name. "I am not giving away anything on Facebook," the Hollywood producer stressed in a video post last week.
Missions: The gospel is spreading in African nation typically dominated by Voodoo
In the country that birthed voodoo, Baptists in Benin are working to pray for and support the spread of the gospel in the Sub-Saharan country. It’s a story IMB missionary Barbara Singerman can’t share without tearing up.
The blood of Emmett Till and the new investigation of his murder
The federal government has reopened its investigation into the slaying of Emmett Till, the black teenager brutally killed by two white men in Mississippi in 1955. Before he died, Till's younger cousin, chatted with CBN.
InstaBuzz: 5 encouraging Instagram posts you need to read
These days, there is lots of negative noise and distractions on social media. It can be tough to wade through the gossip, dram and hostility, and get to the good stuff. We took the guesswork out of it for you!
Gospel singer Le’Andria Johnson is ‘sorry’ for slamming Christianity and the church in profanity-laced videos
After recently going on a profanity-laced tirade against Christianity, its church infrastructure and some of its leadership, GRAMMY® Award-winning gospel singer Le’Andria Johnson is seeking redemption.
Pastor Warryn and wife Erica Campbell explain Importance of talking about sex in church (Video)
One half of the gospel group Mary Mary, Erica Campbell, her husband, music producer/pastor Warryn Campbell recently launched a new reality show on TV One and the couple talk about the importance of discussing sex in church.
Most downloaded Bible app helps change Bible engagement worldwide
This July, YouVersion celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the Bible App. In the decade since, the Bible App has been downloaded on more than 330 million devices in every country. "We never could have predicted the results we've seen,” says the founder.
Philando Castile's family, friends to hold candlelight vigil on anniversary of his death
On Friday, the night of the second anniversary of his death, Philando Castile’s family and friends will hold a candlelight vigil in Minneapolis, hoping to bring some peace and solace, and honor his memory.
WATCH: CeCe Winans Performs 'God Bless America' at 2018 'A Capitol Fourth'
This past July 4th, America marked its 242nd birthday. Grammy-winning Gospel singer, CeCe Winans, joined this year's lineup and offered up a soulful rendition of "God Bless America." Watch!