Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond Returning to David Allen’s book Liberating Romans from Reformed Captivity, I want to follow up on my initial post and analyze the following statement that we find on page 146: However, a historical look reveals that prior to the Reformation, no one in church history appears to have argued for regeneration preceding faith—not Augustine,[444] not the Council of Orange,[445] and not Aquinas.[446] This is, to be very honest, something that is difficult to tackle due to the potentially different ways that the earlier church may have discussed regeneration. Let’s begin by…
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Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration Another fashion week for the books! Let’s take a look at what we saw on the NYFW SS26 runways. This season at New York Fashion Week, structure met flow in a way that set the tone for the way we’ll be dressing for spring. Sharp tailoring was softened with fluid movement, from structured outerwear and cinched waists to relaxed slip silhouettes. The overall vibe was sort of mismatched, but equally balanced and put together. Khaite kept it classic with ivory and an emphasis on a deep navy color. Sergio Hudson’s palette was much…
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Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers This FAQ document answers common questions from advisors and advocates who are assisting individuals enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid (“dually eligible individuals”) who are considering their health plan options. It is a companion to Justice in Aging’s brief Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans: What Advocates Need to Know (“D-SNP basics brief”) and webinar. Table of Contents D-SNP Basics What is a D-SNP? Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) are a type of Medicare Advantage health plan designed to serve dually eligible individuals. Like all Medicare Advantage plans, D-SNPs are run by private…
Real Estate News & Market Insights: Buying a home isn’t the right move for everyone—and that’s okay. With rising home prices, evolving lifestyles, and more flexible work arrangements, “traditional” single-family ownership isn’t the only option. Today, people are exploring a much broader spectrum of alternatives to buying a house: From renting to co-living to creative ownership models, this Redfin guide walks through the best alternatives to buying a house — and how to decide which one fits your lifestyle and budget, whether you’re in Zion, IL, Ellicott City, MD, or anywhere else. In this article: Who this guide is ideal forRenting…
Local Impact Spotlight: The Long County Health Department is alerting residents that a raccoon in the area has tested positive for rabies. The raccoon was killed by a dog in a residential community off Rye Patch Road near Ludowici on November 25th and tested positive for the illness. The dog has received a booster vaccine to protect against rabies infection, and the dog’s owner has been advised to seek follow-up medical care for any potential rabies exposure. This is an important reminder to avoid contact with wild animals when possible, and for pet owners to keep their animals up to…
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPS) Update: The School Nutrition Program for Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools is a winner of the Georgia Farm to School Award for SY 2024-2025. SCCPSS has been recognized for our Farm to School efforts every year since the honor was first designated in 2014 by Georgia Organics. There was no awards process during the COVID years of 2020 & 2021. The Georgia Department of Education School Nutrition Program took over stewardship of the program beginning in 2022. Criteria for the award include using locally grown items in school meals, Farm to School promotions conducted…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Source: Luke Hales / Getty Rivalries are the seasoning that makes sports taste the way they do: spicy, dramatic, and just messy enough to keep us coming back every season. They’re not just games; they’re full-on cultural events. The tension, the trash talk, the “don’t you dare disrespect my logo” energy…it all becomes part of the identity for players and fans. Let’s be real: no matter the sport, nothing hits like a rivalry game where everybody’s playing with their chest out and a little extra attitude. These battles mean history. They mean…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection A medical doctor didn’t want to give Juan Michael Porter II the yellow fever vaccination shot before his trip to Nigeria. What should have been a relatively short appointment turned into him spending an hour trying to convince the doctor to proceed with a required shot for a country that accounts for over 50% of Africa’s yellow fever cases. “This doctor said to me, ‘I’m going to do it, but only if you agree to sign a paper saying that you will not sue me, any of my nurses, or my clinic,…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World Nigeria has given shelter to Guinea Bissau presidential contender Fernando Dias at its embassy in Bissau after last week’s military takeover, according to a statement from Nigeria’s foreign ministry on Monday. The move comes as regional leaders press the soldiers who seized authority to allow the disputed election process to resume. The intervention places fresh weight on the political crisis in the small coastal state, where the armed forces removed the civilian administration before final results could be announced. Nigeria’s decision to host Dias highlights the growing concern within West Africa about…