Celebrating Our Black Voices

Ephesians 2:10 states that we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Throughout American history and world history, for that matter, society has devalued those born with darker skin. In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, an African American historian and journalist, created Negro History Week, the second week of February, to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of African Americans in America. In 1970, Kent State University black educators and students expanded it to Black History Month and in 1976, President Gerald Ford recognized it as a month to be celebrated.

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Developing Your Teens Voice

Ephesians 2:10 states that we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Throughout American history and world history, for that matter, society has devalued those born with darker skin. In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, an African American historian and journalist, created Negro History Week, the second week of February, to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of African Americans in America. In 1970, Kent State University black educators and students expanded it to Black History Month and in 1976, President Gerald Ford recognized it as a month to be celebrated.

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Teach Your Child How To Treat Others

When we observe Martin Luther King’s birthday (Monday, January 17th), we also can’t help but think about the Civil Rights Movement. Martin Luther King, Jr. was so integral to the progress of civil rights for African Americans in the United States. Through speeches, organized marches, sit ins, and other peaceful protests, people from all over the world raised the banner of injustice, demanding that unjust laws and practices be changed. Many laws have been changed, and more are changing but there is still work to do to treat people fairly in our country and around the world.

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Help Your Teen Make the Most of Their Young Years

King Solomon advised young people to enjoy every minute of their lives. Do everything they want to do. Take in everything but they must realize that they will give an account to God for everything they do. (Ecclesiastes 11: 9-10). As parents, you can help your child make the most of their young years by exposing them to God’s truth. When they know God’s truth, they will not waste their lives making unnecessary mistakes. They will be able to identify the lies the world feeds them. Teen programming at Eastern Star Church is designed to expose your child to the truth. Ensuring their participation will supplement what you are already doing at home.

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Children & Teens - The Gift

Yes, Christmas time is here and we’re sure many of you are casing malls and stores to find the perfect gift for your loved ones. It’s also a time to reflect on the greatest gift ever received, the person and work of Jesus Christ.

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