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Detroit Church

What role do pastors' spouses play in growing and supporting the church ministry? American Black Journal producer Marcus Green talks with Detroit Church Pastor Sonny Smith and his wife, Sherita Smith, about how their ministry in Detroit started, how they feel about the traditionally used term 'First Lady,' and how they serve the church as a married couple. Episode 4952/Segment 1

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Detroit NAACP President Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony shares his faith journey as part of “Faith in Detroit” initiative
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Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony talks about the creation of his church in the “Faith in Detroit” series.
ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day, “Destination Detroit”
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ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day, “Destination Detroit”
The Heat and Warmth Fund, remembering Tony Brown
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A look at a nonprofit helping Michigan families and the career of television journalist Tony Brown.
McGregor Fund and philanthropy in Detroit, WCHB radio
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McGregor Fund president discusses her decision to step down and a look at the history of WCHB radio.
"Silence the Violence,” the Black Church addresses gun violence
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Our "Black Church in Detroit" series examines the role of the Black church in helping to reduce gun
A conversation with Dr. Yusef Bunchy Shakur and a look at The Jackson Home
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Dr. Yusef Bunchy Shakur discusses his documentary and a historic landmark opens at The Henry Ford.
Sitting down with Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield and author Desiree Cooper
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Mary Sheffield discusses her family’s legacy and more, and Desiree Cooper discusses her new book.
Juneteenth at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and Faith in Detroit
26:46
Celebrating Juneteenth and GRAMMY-winning musician Cory Henry shares his story of faith.
Iconic hug photo from 1948 World Series, preserving the contributions of women jazz artists in Detroit
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A pivotal moment in the history of baseball and the Detroit Women in Jazz Oral History Project.
The Black Church in Detroit series and “Caregiving Conversations”
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The mental health struggles of young African Americans and the challenges and rewards of caregiving.
Museum of Detroit Electronic Music, pioneering women DJs, techno legend Carl Craig
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Ahead of the Movement Festival, we’re featuring conversations about Detroit’s techno scene.
Fighting food insecurity, a special caregiving report about planning for the future
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How United Way for Southeastern Michigan is helping feed families and more on caregiving.
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