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Why the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement is so controversial to many Christians

Some believers point to a radical, anti-Christian agenda. Others see racism at play in the slogan’s opposition. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle To Christians such as Taneise Perry, the phrase “Black Lives Matter” voices a simple truth about the importance of equal treatment and justice for Black Americans. To Perry, a Black mother of three sons, the viral hashtag #BlackLivesMatter has little to do … Continue reading Why the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement is so controversial to many Christians

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History repeats: Civil rights hero’s great-grandson shows courage

Texas youth group member stands up for friend called the N-word. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle In 1957, the white mayor of Little Rock, Ark., showed courage by standing up for nine black students trying to integrate Central High School. Defying segregationist Gov. Orval Faubus and an angry white mob, Mayor Woodrow Wilson Mann urged President Dwight D. Eisenhower to send U.S. soldiers to quell the … Continue reading History repeats: Civil rights hero’s great-grandson shows courage

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Protests and prayers

Christians respond to George Floyd’s death with outrage, rallies and calls for justice. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Warren G. Blakney Sr.’s long fight for racial equality stretches back to 1961. At age 9, Blakney met civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. in Tuscaloosa, Ala., and passed out voter registration handbills door to door. “I saw a lot of things,” said the … Continue reading Protests and prayers

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More churches resume in-person worship, but COVID-19 brings changes

From social distancing to individual communion packages, congregations take steps to prevent the coronavirus from spreading. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Masks or no masks? Sing and make a joyful noise — or not? Required temperature checks at the door? These are among the questions facing Churches of Christ nationwide as congregations increasingly move to resume in-person assemblies, a Christian Chronicle survey found. After nearly three … Continue reading More churches resume in-person worship, but COVID-19 brings changes

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After George Floyd’s death, petition to rename Harding auditorium gains support

Alumnus calls the daily chapel venue’s namesake ‘a vocal racist and supporter of segregation.’ By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle After the videoed killing of George Floyd, Jackson House couldn’t stay silent any longer. The 2014 graduate of Harding University in Searcy, Ark., first learned during his student days of claims of racism against the late George S. Benson, whose name adorns the Christian university’s main auditorium. … Continue reading After George Floyd’s death, petition to rename Harding auditorium gains support

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Retired MLB slugger and his wife are on a mission for God

Josh and Ginger Willingham lead a program to feed hungry children in their Alabama hometown. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle FLORENCE, Ala. — Josh Willingham stayed up most of the night praying. After going to the World Series with the Kansas City Royals in 2014, the 35-year-old slugger had a decision to make. A difficult one. The 11-year major-league veteran could play another season … Continue reading Retired MLB slugger and his wife are on a mission for God

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COVID-19 challenges Christian relief ministries’ response to spring tornadoes

Members of Churches of Christ adapt practices to serve storm victims during the coronavirus pandemic. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle After an EF3 tornado slammed into Jonesboro, Ark., on March 28, the Nettleton Church of Christ could have used the COVID-19 pandemic as an excuse not to help. Instead, the 100-member congregation immediately mobilized while taking precautions designed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. “Because … Continue reading COVID-19 challenges Christian relief ministries’ response to spring tornadoes

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Serving amid COVID-19, husband and wife try to balance safety and compassion

He leads a disaster relief ministry. She works as an ICU nurse. Avoiding the coronavirus is a challenge. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Hours after Easter Sunday tornadoes walloped the twin cities of Monroe and West Monroe in northeastern Louisiana, Ryan Lee came home from working with a chainsaw crew. The mask intended to protect him from the coronavirus dangled around his neck. … Continue reading Serving amid COVID-19, husband and wife try to balance safety and compassion

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Forgiving Carla’s killers

Twenty-five years ago, a Harding University junior was raped and murdered. Her parents found peace by sharing their Christian faith with the men responsible. By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle Easter Sunday 1995 was a beautiful day for Roy and Jeanie Willmon. Blue sky. Temperatures in the 70s. Their daughter, Carla, home for the weekend. The 20-year-old junior at Harding University in Searcy, Ark., … Continue reading Forgiving Carla’s killers

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