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The I.M.A. Celebrates Black History Month

By Interfaith Gazette Staff Sunday evening a loud message rang out near the Dorr- Collingwood corridors that stood head and shoulders above the everyday celebration of the AFRICAN Diaspora in and around church as usual.

The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance held its annual Black History Month celebration at Warren A. M. E. Church that would bring ministers and clergy from all points of the city of TOLEDO. It was notable that the theme of the service in this year’s centered around unity. It was “ Many U it’s as One Remembering our Legacy”.

The service started out with a spirited Bishop Thomas Mitchell, who was the Expediter for the evening and Old Testament scripture by Elder Prentiss Anderson, New Testament scripture was read by Rev. T. K.Barger. The prayer was given by Rev. Larry Clark and selections were provided by the St. Paul Baptist Church Choir. Pastor Lee Williams gave the Statement of Purpose and Rev. Amariah McIntosh introduced the Speaker for the evening, who was Pastor Dr. James WIllis, Sr. of the St. Paul Baptist Church. The subject of his message was YOU DON’T LOOK LIKE WHEN YOU HAVE BEEN THROUGH”!

This celebration service was also considerate and paid homage to Black Businesses in the TOLEDO area. They were Olivia Holden of Assets TOLEDO, Roy Hodge of the African American Chamber of Commerce, and Avis Files of Brotherhood United. The evening was an evening well spent with the ministers and community to remind each of THE STRENGTH IN OUR PAST THAT GIVES US FAITH IN OUR FUTURE! Congratulations to Rev. Cedric Brock and the I. M. A. for an evening well spent in honoring the pioneers of our past!

May God continue to bless you and the mission!

Rev. James Willis, Guest Speaker

Pastors seated w/President Rev. Cedric Brock

Bishop M. Holt & Rev. James Willis

Clergy pictured w/Pathways Brothers United, Politicians, Choir & Guests

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50 Years Ago, the College Tried to Silence Them

Now Black Protesters Are Returning to Campus to Be Heard Linnie Willis remembers the day federal troops came to town in 1962. She was attending an all-black school in Oxford, Miss., when James Meredith won a legal battle to become the first black student at the University of Mississippi, prompting a white mob to riot.

Five years later, when Willis enrolled at the university, she knew it would not be easy. She was just three months from graduating in 1970 when she was expelled, along with seven others, for participating in a peaceful protest against discrimination.

Though she’s from the college town and has visited often, Willis has never returned to campus. That will change next week, when she takes part in an event commemorating 50 years since the demonstration that changed the course of her life.

She’ll attend for the same reason she protested to begin with: "Collectively we need to be able to say something to Ole Miss about our feelings," she said. "I’m willing and ready to be a part of that conversation."

A growing number of colleges have in recent years confronted their racist histories.

They’ve moved Confederate statues, stripped white supremacists’ names from buildings, and examined how they benefited from the labor of enslaved people. Some of them are atoning for that exploitation by establishing reparations programs.

What’s taking place in Mississippi marks an unusual effort to bring that reparations discussion forward to a more recent racial wound.

On February 25, 1970, Willis and other students marched into a campus chapel, where a musical group called Up With People was performing. Some gave the Black Power salute on stage. When the students exited after about 15 minutes, the state Highway Patrol was waiting for them, according to W. Ralph Eubanks, a professor at Mississippi who has studied the episode.

Eighty-nine protesters were arrested and taken to either Lafayette County Jail or to the state prison at Parchman. Authorities later dropped the charges, but the university expelled eight students.

Tens of thousands of black students were staging similar protests around the country during this period. Inspired by the Black Power movement, with its call for self-determination, they fought for black-studies programs and black cultural spaces. They pushed universities to admit more black students and hire more black professors. Their tactics, which included seizing buildings, damaging property, and taking hostages, were often aggressive. So were the reprisals. In one national study of the protests, Ibram X. Kendi, a scholar of racism at American University, found that hundreds of black students were hurt or jailed, while thousands were suspended and kicked out of college. In some cases, like the Orangeburg Massacre at South Carolina State University, protesters were killed.

Some universities, like Columbia and Cornell, have sponsored anniversary events to reflect on the student rebellions that took place on their campuses. At Mississippi’s gathering, one-third of the jailed students will return to campus, along with the lawyer who represented them, according to Garrett Felber, a historian at the university who is organizing the event with other faculty

Mrs. Linnie Willis, among the Honorees at Ole Mississippi members, students, and staff. Participants planned to gather at Fulton Chapel, the site of the 1970 protest, for a staged reading of the eight students’ expulsion hearings and a panel discussion. The goal is to both recognize what happened and discuss how to repair it.

That approach is rare, says Stefan M. Bradley, a Loyola Marymount University professor of African American studies who is an expert on black-student activism.

"I haven’t seen a lot of effort placed into studying what institutions participated in, in terms of police actions and National Guard

actions on campus during the 1960s and early 1970s," Bradley says. "But I do strongly feel that institutions should take the opportunity to study those in the same way that they studied the role of slavery in the building and benefiting of these institutions. And take the next step of considering ways to compensate or repair these broken relationships and broken situations from a half-century ago."

In a statement, the University of Mississippi’s provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs, Noel Wilkin, said the events of 1970 are "not indicative of who we are today." He described the anniversary gathering as a chance to honor the student protesters "for the strength and courage it took for them to stand up for what they believed in."

"I welcome the opportunity to engage with our former students to learn about their experiences and how they impacted them," he said. "In the decades since they took the stage at Fulton Chapel, the University of Mississippi has worked earnestly to advance diversity and inclusion, and we celebrate the role these students played in those efforts."

The Chronicle spoke with two of the expelled students, and the attorney who fought for them, about how the 1970 protest reshaped their lives and how, half a century later, the university could atone for the injustice.

‘It Was Worth It’ Linnie Willis thought for three weeks about whether she would go back to the University of Mississippi for the reconciliation event.

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Armorbearers Training At Bethesda a Huge Success

Adjutant Beverly Brown, Trainer w/Attendees

By Interfaith Gazette Staff Many people spend their Saturday taking care of those things that require valuable attention that they are generally unable to do during the week. However, seven people who have committed themselves to learning, growing, and evolving in ministry, for the purpose of SERVING, attended an

Armorbearers Training at Bethesda Christian Center.

The training was conducted by Adjutant Beverly Brown, who serves at Bethesda and Adjutant to Bishop Marjorie Holt.

While the day was essentially focused on the importance of learning how to serve in the role as an Armorbearer, it also identified several auxiliary roles that one would

function in to be effective as an Armorbearer.

The training focused on FIRST THINGS FIRST, THE DO’s and DON’Ts of THE ARMORBEARER, THE ROLE OF THE ARMORBEARER and so much more.

It was evident that the participants were actively engaged on purpose, to conclude the training for the day with the intent to serve more effectively in the role as

an Armorbearer. This initial training was the prerequisite to advanced training that participants are offered.

Hats off to the Trainer, Sis. Beverly Brown, who is also conferred upon as a Matriculated Trainer for this training. May God continue to bless the fruit of her labor!

graduated. A professor had encouraged her to consider returning for a master’s degree in French, she said.

At the time, there were fewer than 200 black students on a campus of about 5,000 undergraduates, and they made sure to befriend one another.

"We were on the campus, but we were not a part of the campus," she said. "We didn’t have the opportunity to participate in any organizations, in sports. There were no black teachers on the staff that we could talk to that could mentor us."

Willis joined the Black Student Union, which held protests to draw attention to a list of demands — demands like hire black professors and get rid of Confederateflag imagery. On February 25, 1970, they

protested at a concert by an international group called Up With People.

"They just thought it was the greatest thing in the world that they were bringing this group to campus, which was fine," Willis said. "But the campus itself did not embrace any of the principles of what Up With People stood for."

Though she was expelled following the protest, Willis continued to attend classes until the end of the semester. She was not able to graduate and didn’t receive a diploma, but she has a transcript that shows she completed her bachelor’s degree.

"I was disappointed because there was the expectation that in May, when there was graduation at Ole Miss, I was going to be there," she said. "I was going to march across the stage, receive my diploma. My family was going to be there to support me. And that didn’t happen."

Willis moved to Toledo, where she found work counseling low-income families seeking affordable housing. She retired from her role as executive director of the Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority in 2016.

It wasn’t the career she had envisioned as an undergraduate, but she enjoyed it and said she would go to that protest again.

"Even though I wasn’t able to achieve all the things that I wanted to in the rest of my life, I still think it was worth it," she said. "It was worth it in terms of trying to prepare Ole Miss to accept the next generations of black kids who will be coming to that school."

Willis isn’t sure what to expect from the reconciliation event or whether it will bring about the healing she seeks. But she wants to learn about the progress the university has made since she attended, and maybe encourage it to make even more.

Willis from page 4 She’d felt unnerved when an organizer sent her an FBI file on the Black Student Union at the time; she had not known they’d been surveilled. But her family persuaded her to go.

"It’s time to heal," she said.

It was also a family member who encouraged Willis, then Linnie Liggins, to attend the University of Mississippi in the first place. Willis’s grandmother convinced her to transfer from Tougaloo College, a historically black college in Jackson, in her second year.

"She thought that it would be great," Willis said, "if I graduated from Ole Miss as a hometown girl — the first college graduate in my family."

She double-majored in French and sociology and hoped to travel after she

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Police in Alabama Set Up and Falsely Arrested Over 1,000 Innocent Black Men

According to reports, a narcotics team consisting of at least twelve white police officers supervised by Lt. Steve Parrish, who is now Dothan’s Police Chief, and Andy Hughes, Asst. Director of Homeland Security for Alabama, regularly planted drugs and weapons on innocent Black men.

Once arrested and charged, the wrongly accused Black men were not given due process. District Attorney Doug Valeska, who prosecuted in those cases, was apparently aware of the scam and offered protection for the involved officers instead.

More than 1,000 innocent Black men were falsely prosecuted and most of them are still serving their sentences.

Over the years, the families of the wrongly convicted Black men were calling for justice but it has always been ignored. It was only until a group of conscientious White

police officers noticed the cases and alerted the Internal Affairs Division that a full investigation ensued.

Authorities confirmed that an investigation on the cases are currently ongoing and a special prosecutor from outside of Alabama is handling the case.

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March is National Nutrition Month

By Sheila Howard Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month?

In 1973, featuring the theme Invest in Yourself - Buy Nutrition, the first National Nutrition Week campaign was launched by the American Dietetic Association with a presidential proclamation, TV and radio public service announcements and news releases. Because of its undeniable importance, this initiative has since grown and developed to become National Nutrition Month. It is now recognized and celebrated throughout the entire month of March.

Many common health issues like fatigue, high blood pressure and weight gain can be positively affected or even remedied through proper diet and exercise. Credited to Hippocrates in 400 BC, the phrase “Let thy food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food,” still rings true today. In the same way that poor nutrition can cause sickness and disease, good nutrition can prevent and even cure disease.

National Nutrition Month stresses the importance of a healthy diet and regular exercise. Many health organizations have aligned with this sentiment. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics promotes the transformative powers of healthy food choices. They encourage using a registered dietician to assist with the development of a healthy eating plan. Having a clear understanding of what’s best for you will better ensure success in sticking to your plan.

Ways to improve nutrition include: incorporating low calorie/low fat/proteinrich foods from all food groups, properly hydrating, learning to read nutrition facts panels and practicing portion control.

In conjunction with proper nutrition, moving your body is crucial to great health.

Find what you enjoy and put it to practice at least three days a week. If you enjoy the activity, you are more inclined to remain dedicated.

The month of March is a great time to put a fresh focus on the importance of making informed food choices, developing sound

eating and physical activity habits. It’s even a phenomenal opportunity to revisit some of those New Year’s Resolutions you promised

yourself you’d stick to for real this time.

After all, you deserve to be the best version of yourself year-round.

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Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese

Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 6 1/2 cup chopped onion

2 tablespoons butter

3 cups broccoli florets

1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon pepper

3 cups fat-free, 2% or whole milk 1 1/2 cups plain couscous (wheat pasta)

1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 1 1/2 cups seeded and chopped tomatoes

2 tablespoons slivered fresh basil leaves In large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook onion in butter 2 minutes. Add broccoli, garlic and pepper. Cook and stir 2 minutes.

Stir milk into broccoli mixture. Bring to boil. Stir in couscous.

Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Gently stir Parmesan cheese into couscous mixture. Spread on serving platter. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Top with tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.

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rom cereal and milk to yogurt and fruit to broccoli and cheese, combining dairy with plant-based foods creates a superfood power couple that can help ensure you and your family are getting the nutrients you need any time of day.

With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets, dairy can help optimize nutrient absorption from plant foods and provide additional nutrients like high-quality protein, calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. You can create delicious meals with the nutrition you need while enjoying the best of plants and dairy.

Combining dairy and plant-based foods can be easier with these dairy-powered recipes from Milk Means More. They are ideal for creating a nutritious and delicious plan for every meal throughout the day. Start with a Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl in the morning then build out your lunch or dinner plans around an appetizer like this traditional Middle Eastern Labneh Spread with grilled pita bread and assorted veggies. For the main course, try Lentil Tacos with Tangy Guacamole and a classic Moroccan staple, Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese, on the side.

Find more recipes that combine the goodness of dairy and plant-based foods at milkmeansmore.org.

Lentil Tacos with Tangy Guacamole

Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN Prep time: 40 minutes Servings: 6 Tangy Guacamole:

1 medium ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped

1 tablespoon orange, lime or lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup plain, fat-free Greek yogurt Lentil Tacos: 2 1/3 cups water

1 cup dry brown lentils, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup finely chopped onion

2 teaspoons chili powder

2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups seeded and chopped tomatoes, divided 1 1/4 cups (5 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided 12 yellow corn taco shells To make Tangy Guacamole: In small bowl, mash avocado, juice, hot pepper sauce and garlic. Stir in yogurt. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

To make Lentil Tacos: Heat oven to 400 F. In medium saucepan over mediumhigh heat, combine water, lentils, onion, chili powder, garlic and salt.

Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cover and gently boil 12-15 minutes, or until lentils are just tender. Uncover and boil 5-15 minutes, or until most liquid evaporates.

Remove lentils from heat. Stir in 1 cup tomatoes and 3/4 cup cheese.

Spoon into taco shells. Stand filled tacos in 13-by-9-by-2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle tacos with remaining tomatoes and cheese. Loosely cover dish with foil. Bake 3-5 minutes, or until cheese melts.

Stir guacamole. Serve with warm tacos.

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Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl Recipe courtesy of Rachel Gurk of Rachel Cooks Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

1 cup frozen blueberries

2 cups apples, roughly chopped, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping

1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt

1 cup spinach pure maple syrup, to taste ice cubes (optional)

Toppings:

2 tablespoons oats

1 teaspoon pure maple syrup

1 tablespoon pecans, chopped

2 tablespoons reserved chopped apple fresh blueberries In blender, blend blueberries, apples, cinnamon, yogurt and spinach until smooth.

Taste and add maple syrup, to taste. If thicker mixture is desired, add ice cubes.

Pour into bowl. Mix oats with maple syrup. Top smoothie mixture with oats, pecans, apples and blueberries.

Labneh Spread Recipe courtesy of Jenn Fillenworth, MS, RDN of Jenny with the Good Eats Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 6 12 ounces whole milk Greek yogurt 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 pinch sea salt, for garnish fresh herbs, for garnish pita bread, grilled assorted seasonal vegetables In bowl, mix Greek yogurt, salt and lemon juice.

Transfer mixture to fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth.

Wrap mixture in cheesecloth and strain over bowl in refrigerator 24-48 hours. Strain longer to make thicker.

Once thickened as desired, remove from cheesecloth and top spread with olive oil, sea salt and fresh herbs.

Serve with grilled pita bread and assorted seasonal vegetables.

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BLACK WOMEN APPRECIATION DAY

We’re sure you've heard the news by now!

On March 1, at the bridge of Black History Month and Women’s History Month, GirlTrek is proclaiming a new holiday, Black Women’s Appreciation Day. This day will serve as a national call to action to #ThankBlackWomen.

The goals are simple…Make Black women all over the country feel loved, seen and appreciated. And make #ThankBlackWomen a trending topic across social media platforms.

We know it and you know it. Black women are often placed as an afterthought and go unseen. So, we decided to put ourselves first!

What’s the plan?

Starting on Saturday, February 29, we’ll unleash a mass flood of love letters, videos, songs and more to #ThankBlackWomen. As the sun rises on March 1, we will continue this collective action for Black Women’s Appreciation Day and throughout Women’s History Month.

In the meantime, spread the word!

Rally your people so we can make this viral. Check out the sample post and the library of promotion graphics we’ve created for you to share.

• Sample post: Announcement! @GirlTrek is proclaiming March 1 as the first-ever Black

Women’s Appreciation Day! -- a day of collective action to #ThankBlackWomen.

Spread the word: Starting this Saturday, the last day of Black History Month, join the movement in flooding the internet with posts, videos and more to show our appreciation to Black women. By the time the world catches on to what we are doing it will be March 1st, the first day of Women’s History Month and we'll have taken over! #ThankBlackWomen #BWAD #GirlTrek Make sure you use the hashtag #ThankBlackWomen and tag @GirlTrek in your posts.

And one more thing!

Finish the day by joining us for our 2020 Trekker Awards virtual show. This whole effort was inspired by the women of GirlTrek Nation so, we’re closing out the first Black Women’s Appreciate Day celebrating them. We’ll toast to our amazing list of nominees and recognize awards finalists and winners. (you can check out the full list of nominees here) Host your own watch party and make sure you tune in Sunday on Facebook LIVE at GirlTrek: Healthy Black Women and Girls at 6pm ET. We're excited! Hope you are too. This is going to the biggest explosion of love for Black women the internet has ever seen!

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LEAD NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION ASSISTANT Metroparks Toledo has openings for Lead Natural Resources Conservation Assistant. Must be 18 or older with high school diploma or equivalent and valid driver’s license. $12.25/hr. Up to 40 hours per week. Some training or coursework in environmental sciences or natural resources management required.

Some outdoor work experience with natural systems, forestry or horticulture required. Go to www.MetroparksToledo.com to view detailed position descriptions and job requirements. Must apply online. EOE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT Metroparks Toledo has a great opportunity for you to join our team! We currently have openings for seasonal maintenance staff. If you are going to work, why not do it in the beautiful outdoors. Must be 18 or older with high school diploma or equivalent and valid driver’s license. Graduating high school seniors may apply if 18 years of age or older. $9.40/hr. Duties include cleaning and facility and grounds maintenance. Employment varies through December based on need. Must enjoy working outdoors and be able to learn to use power tools and equipment. Go to www.MetroparksToledo.com to view the job description, position requirements and apply online. EOE

MANOR HOUSE PROGRAMS AND EVENTS ASSISTANT

NO LIMITS WOMEN’S MINISTRY SUPPORT GROUP CALLING ALL WOMEN! Make your calling sure

Metroparks Toledo is looking for an outgoing individual to provide excellent customer service for park visitors and program participants through positive and engaging experiences. The Manor House Programs and Events Assistant position is located at Wildwood Preserve Metroparks. Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license. Must have completed some college course work in history, education, communication, or related program or equivalent work experience. Some experience in customer service, and public speaking. Experience leading public programs preferred. Seasonal position through December. May include some weekends, holidays, and evenings. Up to 35 hours per week. $9.47/hr. Go to www.MetroparksToledo.com to review complete job description and to apply. EOE

PARK MAINTENANCE

WILL RESUME MEETING SOON

Metroparks Toledo is looking for a qualified individual for Park Maintenance at Providence Metropark. High school diploma or equivalent and valid driver’s license required. Moderate level of specialty maintenance experience required.

Perform a broad spectrum of maintenance duties, including building equipment, maintenance, grounds maintenance, landscaping and construction. 40 hour work week. $18.09/hr. Go to www.metroparkstoledo.com for complete job requirements and to apply. EOE

20 church spotlight - your ministry matterS Second Baptist Church 9300 Maumee Western Rd. Monclova, OH 43542 Email: sbcholland@yahoo.com Phone: 419.867.0903 Pastor: Rev. J. L. Boose, D. Div. Kingdom Community Christian Ministries 2160 Eastbrook Dr. | Toledo, OH 43613 Bible Study: Saturday.....10:00 A M Sunday: 12 Noon Phone: 419.277.5700 Email: kccministries@yahoo.com Pastor: Lorene Pettaway, B.S., M. Div. Searchlite Community Baptist Church 200 E. Broadway @ Gibbs Sts. Maumee, OH 43537 Office Phone: 419.297.6016 Pastor: Rev. Lee Williams Website: search-litecommunitychurch.com Trinity Faith Tabernacle Deliverance Church 1302 N. Huron St. | Toledo, OH 43604 Phone: 419.246.4585 Pastor: Elder Patricia Smith First Church of God 3016 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, Oh. 43610 Phone: 419.255.0097 Fax: 419.255.0099 Pastor: Bishop Robert A. Culp website: www.fcogtoledo.com Harvest Time Holiness 2621 Monroe St., Toledo, Oh. 43620 Phone: 419.244.6239 Email: harvesttimeholinesschurch@yahoo.com Pastor: Elder Donald Brooks, Jr. Corinth Church 2283 Putnam St. Toledo, Oh. 43620 Phone Number:419.214.0529 Email Address:corinthbaptisttoledo@gmail.com Sunday Morning Worship: 11:45 AM Pastor: Elder Marquisa Horton The Armory Church Services at The Radison Hotel, Toledo, Oh. 3100 Glendale Ave, Toledo, OH 43614

InterFaith Gazette TOLEDO, MARCH 2020

Liberty Ministries 3225 Markway Dr. Toledo, Oh. 43606 www.Libertyministries.net and BeforeAnd After@bex.net Phone: 419.467.7252 Pastors: William & Lady Elaine Lucas

Warren AME Church 915 Collingwood Blvd.

Toledo, Oh. 43604 Phone: 419.243.2237 Fax: 419.243.2501 Email: warrenamechurch@sbcglobal.net Pastor: Dr. Otis Gordon

Resurrection Baptist Church 1402 Indiana Ave, Toledo, OH 43607 Phone: (419) 340-7222 Email Address: rcmail436@sbcglobal.net Pastor: Rev. Randall Carter

Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church 2269 Upton Ave. Toledo, Oh. 43606 Phone: 419.472.3369 Pastor: Eld. Earnest Morton, Sr.

St. Mark’s Baptist Church 2340 N. Holland Sylvania Rd. Toledo, OH 43615 Phone: 419.535.1105 Website: www.stmarkbaptistchurch.net Pastor: Rev. Curly Johnson New Life C.O.G.I.C. M. L. K. Jr. Academy for Boys 1300 Forest Ave. Toledo, Oh. 43607 Pastor: Bishop Edward T. Cook Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church 1203 Girard St. Toledo, Oh. 43605 419.693.6698 Email: shilohbaptistchurchccc@gmail.com Bible Study: Wednesday@12:00 Noon & 6:00 PM Pastor: Rev. Venson Simpson

End Time Christian Fellowship 2902 Auburn Ave. Toledo, Ohio 43606 Phone: 419.472.5993 www.endtimechristianfellowship.org Pastors:Bishop James & Pastor Coretha Williams Word of Faith Ministries 2916 Stickney Ave. Toledo, OH 43608 Pastors : Bishop Kevin and Terry Sutton Friendship Baptist Church 5301 Nebraska Avenue -Toledo, Ohio 43615 Phone: 419-531-3242 Fax: 419-531-5795 Worship Service - Sunday at 9:45 am Christian Education - Sunday at 8:30 am Weekday Bible Study: Wednesday - 6:00 am - 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm Website : www.Friendship-Toledo.org Pastor: Bishop Duane C. Tisdale

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Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. — Hebrews 10:25

ONLINE CHURCH DIRECTORY GET DETAILS. CALL 419.214.0730 WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WHEN VISITING IN AND NEAR THESE CITIES Word of Life C.O.G.I.C 2675 E. Trinity Mills Rd. Bldg 300 Carrollton, TX 75006 214.514.9147 Pastor Prophet Gregory Voss Living Word Community Church 1900 E. Grand Blvd. | Detroit, MI 48211 Phone: 419.944.5439 Email: elderdavidk@yahoo.com Pastor: Elder David & Vivian King

Promised Land Christian Fellowship 5617 Wesconett Blvd. | Jacksonville, Fl. 32244 Office: 904.551.1752 Email: plcf2015@gmail.com Website: promiselandchristian.org Pastor: Elder Phillip and Daphne Brown St. Paul Tabernacle of Divine Prophecy 530 Clinton Ave. Newark, New Jersey 07108 Pastor: Bishop Eddie Cannon Office: 973.643.8700 Email: stpaultabernacle@yahoo.com

ORGANIZATIONS N.A.A.C.P. Collingwood & Dorr Sts. (In the African American Legacy Project building) Mailing Address: P. O. Box 9388 Toledo, Oh. 43697 Phone: 419.214.1551 Follow them on FB at Toledo NAACP President: Ray Wood

Martin Luther King, Jr. Kitchen For The Poor 650 Vance St. | Toledo, Oh. 43607 Harvey Savage Jr., Executive Director Phone: 419.241.2596 U.M.A.D.A.O.P. of Lucas County “Creating Extraordinary Lives” 2447 Nebraska Ave. | Toledo, Oh. 43607 John Edwards Sr., Executive Director Phone: 419.255.4444

Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. Mark 9:23 | KJV