Author: Bobby Ross Jr.

Bobby Ross Jr. is an award-winning journalist who has reported from all 50 states and 20 countries.
Religion Unplugged

Tragedy in Charleston: Nine shot dead at historic black church

#CharlestonShooting: Basic facts crucial in reporting on tragedy at historic black church: http://t.co/RIDGbYLWpx pic.twitter.com/1Dk4GORkHl — GetReligion (@GetReligion) June 18, 2015 • • • #CharlestonShooting: 5 key angles on the massacre at a historic black church: http://t.co/xSG4gJmSDV#journalismpic.twitter.com/LDrt9SyYhV — GetReligion (@GetReligion) June 19, 2015 • • • Terrific advice on #CharlestonShooting coverage: ‘Switch off cable and go local’: http://t.co/omyiLLVAf6#journalismpic.twitter.com/nlspwTy5uN — GetReligion (@GetReligion) June 23, 2015 • • … Continue reading Tragedy in Charleston: Nine shot dead at historic black church

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The Ross News

After a weekend in Kansas City, revisiting my low ranking for the Royals’ Kauffman Stadium

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“Take me out to the ball game” is my blog on major-league ballparks and the wonders of witnessing America’s favorite pastime up close.

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By Bobby Ross Jr.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — I was wrong.

Back in February, I ranked the 18 major-league ballparks I’ve visited:

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Christian Chronicle

The broken soul of Baltimore

After the rioting, church leaders seek to bring spiritual and social renewal to the city. First Place, Diversity Coverage, Oklahoma Society of Professional Journalists Second Place, News Story, Associated Church Press Finalist (part of three-story portfolio), Magazine News Religion Reporting, Religion News Association BALTIMORE — Derrick Lindsey takes an Amtrak train to work in Washington, D.C. The federal employee — a member of the Central Church of Christ in Baltimore — … Continue reading The broken soul of Baltimore

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Christian Chronicle

Cats in purses and other funny pulpit moments

Cats in purses and other funny pulpit moments: Preachers across the nation recall humorous experiences.  Decades ago, James O. Maxwell preached a sermon at the Lawrence and Marder Church of Christ in Dallas on trusting in God. One woman in the predominantly black congregation became quite emotional. “Oh, you better hush your mouth!” the sister proclaimed. “Hush your mouth! You better hush!” The message touched another … Continue reading Cats in purses and other funny pulpit moments

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Religion Unplugged

June 2015: GetReligion

Prodigal son Josh Hamilton’s return to the Texas Rangers: What role is faith playing? Published June 2. That story on a Southern Baptist church’s sunset? Yes, it’s ‘really sweet,’ but it falls short journalism-wise. Published June 3. A New Hampshire woman’s passion for helping Syrians: Can you spot the religion ghosts? Published June 4. Hypothetical question: What would happen if a religion news critic had … Continue reading June 2015: GetReligion

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Josh Hamilton’s return to Texas, and a selfie taken by my daughter

“Take me out to the ball game” is my blog on major-league ballparks and the wonders of witnessing America’s favorite pastime up close.

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By Bobby Ross Jr.

ARLINGTON, Texas — Any night at the ballpark is a wonderful night.

But last night at Globe Life Park, I had the privilege of witnessing Josh Hamilton’s return to Texas:

I left my iPhone in my minivan, so I couldn’t chronicle my experience live.

On the other hand, I was able to soak in the ballpark atmosphere — the bright green grass, the flags blowing in the breeze, the peanut and cotton candy vendors — without feeling a need to post on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram every half-hour.

But my daughter, Kendall, did take a selfie with her brother Brady and me that I tweeted after the game. I’ve trained her well! (My other son, Keaton, was there, too, but he happily avoided the sister paparazzi):

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