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Black women’s influence in the church and community during the Great Migration
Season 53
Episode 12
American Black Journal’s "Black Church in Detroit" series looks at the influence Black women had in the church and community during the Great Migration of the 20th century. Host Stephen Henderson talks with Rev. Dr. Constance Simon of Fellowship Chapel and Rev. Paula Lee-Barnes from In His Presence Ministries about women’s role during the Great Migration and their leadership in the church today.
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2025 Kresge Eminent Artist, Carl Craig’s “All Black Vinyl” series and journalist Al Allen.

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A panel discussion on the Great Migration and the 9th annual African American Family Book Expo.

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“Ruby - The Musical,” “Confederates” play and a performance from the Sphinx Competition.

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A look at how Black churches helped Southerners who came North during the Great Migration.

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The National Day of Racial Healing and the 2025 outlook for small businesses in Michigan.

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MLK Day at The Wright Museum, National Day of Racial Healing and a James Baldwin exhibit.

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2024 Year in Review: Current events, arts & culture and “The Black Church in Detroit.”

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“The Black Church in Detroit” series looks at the challenges and opportunities of 2025

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A special report on the restoration of Malcolm X’s former home in Inkster, Michigan.

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Detroit Public Theatre’s 2024 Holiday Cabaret and Kwanzaa 2024 at The Wright Museum.

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Black Family Development’s 46th and the “Healthy and Resilient Communities” program.

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“The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and September is Black Reading Month.