Urban Views Weekly October 25, 2017

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Oct. 25, 2017

UVW - Celebrating 10 Years Serving the Urban Community

Community churching

Good for the souls inside and outside the sanctuary walls 5th Sunday Outreach Cleanup at The Life Church

What’s Inside

Page 2 Breaking out of The Box

Page 4 A LIE is a Lie...

Page 8 Choosing a Church

Page 10 Around Town Photos

Page 3 Scholar of the Week

Page 6 Church Beyond the Sanctuary

Page 9 Festive Meals

Page 11 Soliciting for Nonprofits


Breaking out of The Box Letter To Our Readers Our desire is to share the positive news and information that comes from the African American community with the largest audience possible. For us, pursuing the traditional news print strategy while co-producing an online version is not going to make us the best in either category. Therefore, we will put all of our attention and efforts behind our digital products and strive to be the best in the market. We are going to take the occasion of the beginning of our 10-year celebration to make this bold move.

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The growth of access to an online device – be it mobile or desktop – has been phenomenal over the last 10 years. According to Internet Access Local, 80% of Virginia residents have internet access at home. They also state that of Richmond’s 204,237 population, 80% live in a household with access to the internet. Most of us will not find much news in these numbers, because we know of the daily usage of the internet in our lives and others.

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To help facilitate this new change, additional writers are being added to our team. New features, including a community calendar and church activities calendar, have been added. And instead of just once a week, we will be updating and providing new content throughout the week. Our advertisers will benefit by being able to promote their products and services on the largest African American focused news and information media outlet in Central Virginia. Our last print edition is October 25, 2017 To continue reading all of the articles that you have come to enjoy, go online to www.UrbanViewsWeekly.com and sign up for our FREE online subscription. We are thankful for your support and for the kind words that we hear so often. We also know that this change will be disruptive for some. Progress will often push us out of our comfort zone. But I do hope that we stay together as we move over to cloud. Respectfully yours, Ervin B. Clarke Publisher & CEO

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Scholar of the Week

By Janeal Downs

Kree Small has always had many goals, but one of her biggest dreams is becoming a lawyer. “That’s always what I wanted to do. I really like English and history together and I can just see that job for myself,” Kree said. “I just know being a lawyer, that’s going to be me. That is my job.” While she isn’t sure which branch she’ll pursue, Kree is interested in legislative law and business law.

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GPA: 4.1 College of Interest: Undergraduate: Howard University; Law School: University of Richmond Major Community Service: Miles Jones Elementary School Strong Interests: Practicing Law Favorite Activities: Her Leap Innovative Group internship

take college courses at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College. “It’s been good. It’s like real college. You’re in there with real professors and they treat us just like college students,” Kree said. “It’s exciting to get two years of college for free.” By May 2018, Kree will not only graduate with a high school diploma but also with an Associate’s Degree.

Education has always been held to a high standard in Kree’s family. Outside of school, Kree has been able to work close to 200 hours Her mother is a school psychologist, of volunteer work with places like her father is a microbiologist, and she Miles Jones Elementary School. She has two older sisters who attend Old is a part of Girl Scouts, Interact Club, Dominion University and William and and Yearbook/Journalism. She is a Mary College. Kree is the next in line to School Representative and was an Alpha pursue higher education. Kree already Kappa Alpha Debutante. With all of her knows where she wants to go. Just like experiences and extracurricular work, she looks up to her older sister, she Kree said her favorite thing to do is work knows her younger sister looks up to her internship with Leap Innovative her as well. Next fall, Kree’s top choice Group where she assists with social ™ k for college is Howard University for media under Janna Hall. “I enjoy getting e e of the W undergraduate school. She was able to to know all of the people she knows, all tour the campus through her school’s of the clients, all of these big names in STEM program. “I literally fell in love New York and California and getting with the campus. I love Howard. I have to talk to them,” Kree said. She said to go there,” Kree said. After completing undergraduate, Kree hopes networking provided a way for her to build herself. Her internship to pursue a law degree at the University of Richmond. Not only does has taught her how natural she is with several skills and she feels like she respect the law school, but she also wants to be close to home. it is more of a hobby instead of a job.

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While Kree is ambitious and dedicated to furthering her education after high school, her educational journey was not always the easiest. During her freshman year of high school, Kree had to learn how to balance work, volunteering, extracurricular activities, her social life and school work. She finished her freshman year with a 2.167 GPA. However, Kree persevered and by her junior year raised her GPA to a 4.1. Not only does Kree take Honors and AP courses, she is also a part of the Early College Academy. With the ECA, Kree is able to

One of Kree’s biggest inspirations is her older sister who now attends William and Mary College. “She stays up all night doing her work. She doesn’t stop until what she has to do is finished,” Kree said. Kree looks up to her older sister because of her work ethic and dedication. Just like her sister and other family members, Kree will continue to stay dedicated to her education and pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer. “I want people to know that I go get what I want. I’m a go-getter. I have goals and I will achieve them.”

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I’m Just Sayin’

A LIE is a lie no matter who’s telling it! “A mistake repeated more than once is a decision.” My mother used to always tell us that lying is harder than telling the truth because if you tell one lie, you usually have to tell another one to cover the first one you told and then another and pretty soon you lose track of the lies you’ve told. At that point, you become a liar and no one can believe a thing that you have to say. It usually takes a lifetime to build a reputation of respect, trust and integrity. Like building a house, you begin with a strong foundation and you methodically construct a frame, install the infrastructure of wiring and plumbing. It takes time and effort. It is an investment of energy and resources, and it can all be destroyed in an instant. “Be more concerned about your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.” –John Wooden People are easily fooled into believing things that are not true. We live in a culture that wants to hold on to its “beliefs” even when the FACTS clearly contradict those beliefs. We have been lulled into a false sense of security that just because someone holds a certain job or position, 4

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that the position they hold should define the level of trust, respect and integrity we assign to them individually. We believe our leaders, (civic and spiritual), our elders, heroes and (s)heroes should be of high moral character and have reputations that are held with the utmost regard. Unfortunately, it has become increasingly difficult to hold onto these beliefs. Our longstanding regard for the virtues of truth and integrity in our leaders has been severely diminished by those who are willing to LIE for expediency and a sense of loyalty instead of standing for Truth. The need to “save face” has undermined many a longstanding reputation built upon what we “believe” about that position, power and leadership. And, yet the larger issue is the diminished character of the individual who refuses to apologize for the LIE that was told either intentionally or unintentionally, or the complicit silence that continues to support all the other LIES that continue to be told in the name of an integrity, a reputation that does not exist.

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If character is who you really are, the question is will you sacrifice that character for a false sense of integrity that is defined by a so-called “reputation” you may or may not deserve? The Truth is Liars have no integrity at all. No matter WHO they are!

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The Church Beyon There is no denying it, church attendance and the impact of the church are the lowest in recent history and the most drastic difference is seen among millennials (22-35 years old). According to several studies, 59% of millennials raised in church have dropped out. Thirty-five percent of millennials have an “anti-church” stance, believing the church does more harm than good.

volunteers, with one goal worshipping God and serving the people of God. TLC has supported over 20 non-profit causes, given over $30,000 back to the local community and over 300 spiritual decisions have been made.

“When you’re a part of a community that’s really changing lives and giving back your tithes to the community we serve, it becomes a way to support something greater than yourself and to help carry out The Life Church the mission.” comments (TLC), based Chaz Hofler, 29 years in Richmond, old. “I moved from New Virginia was York to Richmond with created with my family, and now we a mission of have a second family not being your and somewhere to call Gift of Hope Week Project “normal church”. home. I love to give back Launched in through tithing to the July 2012, The Life Church has made it a mission to community I’m a part of because just like a family - we mold a new culture of humanity and Christianity in the pour back into each other.” Richmond community and abroad. TLC has become Each month TLC gives 10% of the tithes collected somewhere you can find or rediscover “life” at church each Sunday to a non-profit or cause in the Richmond no matter your age, background or ethnicity. TLC community. Through financial stewardship of their church understands members and visitors, the meaning TLC pours into the of worship and community. serving and the importance of TLC’s mission says doing that within this: “The Life Church the walls of the exists to impact church as much culture through the as doing it in the innovative presentation community. of Christianity. With a focus on creativity Over the last two and compassion we are years, what started driven by introducing off as a 50 person Christ’s message to the congregation at Gift of Hope Week at Men's Shelter world. ” Based on what Binford Middle Jesus Christ said in School in Richmond City has grown to attract 700 people John 10:9-10, at TLC “we believe that God desires for us each Sunday at three services, in two locations (5515 to have a fulfilling life in every way. We are committed to Bryce Lane and Virginia Commonwealth University’s transforming lives in the Greater Richmond community Harris Hall), one location being their own, with over 100 and abroad by sharing the ’life-giving’ Love of God and 6

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“The Life Church exists to impact presentation of Christianity. With a f we are driven by introducing C empowering people to live the life God desires for them!” We strive to build a community of believers who “live the LIFE”: L: LOVE all people into a life of hope and fulfillment. I: Re-establishing the IDENTITY of the church within culture and community. F: To live a life of FAITH in action E: EMPOWERMENT through the E3 PROGRAM: Empowering people with life skill development that impacts their HOLISTIC BEING as a

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TLC understands the needs to invest in our children at a young age as they provide two ministries to reach our younger demographic. • Heartbeat (Children’s Ministry) Ages 1-11 • TLCxYouth (Middle & High School Age) 2nd & 4th Sundays at the 11:30 AM service

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t culture through the innovative focus on creativity and compassion Christ’s message to the world.” believer through Education, Entrepreneurship and Exposure.

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“I never knew how important it was to really be planted in a healthy church - TLC is my answered prayer!”, says TLC’s ministry cohort member, Maiya Marshall, 35 years old. “Not only do I have a great community that I am a part of, but I also get pushed beyond my comfort, gifts unlocked, held accountable and I get to do life with my church family. It is important to be under the right leadership and do life/ community together!”

Community Impact Above/right: 5th TLC continues Sunday Community to be a positive Outreach in the Battery impact on the Park community. city of Richmond Bottom: Meal lunch and surrounding prep for Gift of Hope. communities by giving back. In 2016, they launched the Daily Bread Initiative where they provide book bags of food weekly to 20 students in Boushall Middle School who have been identified as nutritionally high risk students. Also, collectively they have contributed over 500 hours of community service. Fifth Sunday Outreach Every 5th Sunday will be an outreach focus of service. The Life Church is committed to reaching the community through giving and service. Every 5th Sunday, instead of traditional service, the TLC Family will be “Touching Lives Collectively” through a community outreach project.

to spread the word about the work of our ministry. TLC is in the process of fundraising for their TLC’eize Capital Campaign for their home at 5515 Bryce Lane in Richmond City. If interested in learning how you can be a part of the campaign, please visit www. thelifechurchrva.org/pledge. “This is just the beginning of creating a place where children can learn and be loved.” continues Pastor Gordon. “A place where friendships can be forged and hope can be found. To connect with people from all walks of life and to build bridges between the communities we live in and the churches we lead. It is our mission to serve our community with an even deeper passion than before.” For more information, please visit, www.thelifechurchrva.org. Church service times are Sundays at 9AM and 11:30AM at 5515 Bryce Lane Richmond, VA 23224 and 2PM at VCU’s Harris Hall. Both locations are open to everyone. See you Sunday! “Here at TLC we are ready to show the world life like they have never imagined, beyond the four walls of the church.” says Gordon.

Gift of Hope Week The “Gift of Hope” week is TLC’s semi-annual outreach campaign dedicated to serving various needs in our city. Gift of Hope is a week of various service projects and activities designed to bring HOPE to RVA. We believe that there is no greater catalyst in life than that of HOPE! Gift of Hope week is held in the fall and spring. TLC’eize Capital Campaign The growth of TLC has been nothing but God over the last two years and the hard work of TLC’s congregation Photo credit: Hugh Jones

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How to Guide

How to Choose a Church

Picking a church is like ‌. nothing else. There are so many denominations, congregations and sects to choose from. No one knows exactly how many denominations exist, but everyone agrees they number in the tens of thousands. And within some of the larger denominations are different subgroups. Each faith-based community is different and attracts a different type of membership.

you. Once you have found some possibilities, visit several churches. Attend services with a positive attitude and ask questions of the members. Gather as much information as you can. Sometimes having a friend along will help you feel more at ease. Speak to people sitting near you, or speak to the pastor after the service. Take home any literature offered. Afterward, reflect on your experience. Does the church’s statement of belief match yours?

A church is a group of like-minded people who share a set of beliefs, values and norms. In most of the cases, the members feel as though they belong to a large, extended family and offer support, encouragement and emotional and material assistance to each other.

Sometimes churches are known for their service to the community. If volunteer work is important to you, find a religious community that has programs for soup kitchens, homeless shelters or even local parks.

Church communities worship and learn together. Growing in faith should be one of the goals in attending church services. The right church can provide a foundation for your spiritual life. It could also be a boon for your social and personal life. When searching for a church, pray to God for guidance. Then determine what setting is important to you. Are you looking for a less-formal, more modern church with energetic sermons? Do you need an intimate community or a mega-church? Do you have a particular faith? If you are a Methodist,

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Were you comfortable sitting in the church or were you itching to leave? Did the pastor hold your attention or were you bored? Baptist or Lutheran, being surrounded by people with similar beliefs will be important. Or, do you prefer a nondenominational church? Once you understand your needs, conduct some research. Ask friends and relatives about the churches they attend. People are often happy to discuss their experiences with

Knowing your values will help you select the right church. Worship and spirituality are deeply personal. Sometimes different family members may attend different churches. When you find a church where the pastor or minister seems to be speaking to you and the congregation feels like family, you have found the place where you will be the most comfortable and get the most out of the experience.

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What? Me ask someone for money? That’s just not me. From October to December, nonprofits dedicate time and energy to fundraising. They reach out to supporters and ask them to give. They share their impact – what they have done this year and what they will do next year. They share stories from those whose lives have been changed as a result of donations given by donors like you. Many use direct mail, social media, and/or online giving campaigns. Many encourage their board members, donors, and volunteers to personally talk with potential donors and ask them to make a gift. Personally asking another person to make a gift to a nonprofit you believe in can be the scariest aspect of fundraising. But, good things can happen when you break through your fears. “I was waiting for them to ask me. I send something each year, but no one has ever talked to me.” Here’s a snippet of a conversation we heard just this week “He called me and said he met me earlier in the year and wanted to know how he could get involved and give.”

organization is a match with their passion and priorities? How much do they already know about your organization? Be ready to briefly share why you are involved. Share what the nonprofit is raising money for, your commitment, and the amount that you have given. 2. MAKE THE ASK. Be sure to ask for the gift. “I would like for you to make a gift. Would you be willing to contribute $___?” Ask for a specific, reasonable and challenging amount: not too small and not too large. Pause after you ask. Don’t rush to fill the silence. Give the person time to respond and they will. 3. When someone says YES, thank them and ask how they want to make their gift, for example, online from the website, with a text or a check. If they say NO, ask if there is a different amount they would be willing to give. Regardless of the outcome, always say Thank You! Download your free tip sheet at saadandshaw.com.

You get these results when you talk about the work of your organization and the fact that you rely on donations to continue your work. Here are three suggestions to help you start a conversation about giving. 1. Be prepared. Know who you are talking to. What about your

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