The church’s investment comes as various studies have found that Charlotte’s supply of affordable housing has not kept pace with need.
Faith
Charlotte church to invest $2 million in mixed-income housing development
September 12, 2017
Charlotte author Monica Wood is on a mission to empower girls and boys
August 9, 2017
PR and crisis management expert Monica Wood pens a series of books for children.
‘Slave labor’ alleged at North Carolina Church
July 24, 2017
Sixteen former members from Brazil told the Associated Press that they were made to work while being subjected to physical or verbal assaults.
Church of God in Christ (COGIC) convention draws thousands to Charlotte
July 5, 2017
The convention, which ends Friday, includes a variety of Christian workshops, music events and educational opportunities for young people.
Charlotte church hit by arson is reborn on Easter with new name, new mission
April 17, 2017
After a 2015 fire, the dwindling African American congregation was forced to ask itself some painful questions, with the most important being: What is our mission?
Church forum to discuss racial disparities in CMS discipline numbers
April 5, 2017
The Rev. Henry Williams, senior pastor at New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, said he hopes the event will center on answers and solutions, not pointing fingers.
Activate your faith
April 1, 2017
Are you taking ownership of your relationship with God, or are you expecting Him to do all the work?
A day of celebration for two of Charlotte’s oldest black institutions – JCSU and First Baptist Church-West
March 13, 2017
Both institutions, currently separated by less than a mile along the Beatties Ford Road corridor, were founded in 1867 – two years after the end of the American Civil War.
In the West African nation of Ghana, Christians embrace faith with fervor
March 1, 2017
In the capital Accra, it’s common to see people studying the Bible on the bus, and many office workers keep open Bibles on their desks.
Black History For A New Generation
February 21, 2017
Our children should know about the African American struggle, but more important, they should know about the strength we have as a people to do great things!
‘God can triumph over Trump,’ says MLK daughter Bernice King
January 16, 2017
Speaking at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, the youngest daughter of the slain civil rights leader told the audience not to give up hope and “Don’t be afraid of who sits in the White House.”
Tavis P. Brunson, the religious poet for the non-religious, has died in Columbia
December 29, 2016
The Charlotte poetry community is reeling at the news that beloved poet Tavis P. Brunson died on Tuesday from medical complications. He was only 44.
Gospel singer Richard Smallwood talks about his battle with depression
December 21, 2016
He made a career telling others about the goodness and mercy of God, but behind the scene, gospel artist Richard Smallwood was hurting.
Barber: Trump victory proves “myth of race” persists in America
November 14, 2016
Despite Donald Trump’s win, Barber said, those on the political left must remain steadfast in their struggle for social and economic justice.
Why I’m not worried about the outcome of this election
November 8, 2016
Choosing a candidate this election cycle was not easy, but I exercised my right and responsibility and voted early — and I am at peace.
News & Buzz
20 families recognized as Habitat Charlotte celebrates milestone
November 11, 2019
Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte hosted its HomeJoy celebration to commemorate serving 2,000 families with affordable housing.
Entertainment
What’s Happening, CLT: Nov. 8-10 weekend guide
November 7, 2019
What’s Happening, Charlotte? Weather: So, we’re just going to bypass fall and go straight into winter, huh? Expect sunny days...
Voices
Charlotte’s Black filmmakers react to John Singleton’s death
May 3, 2019
Local filmmakers react to the death of Academy Award-nominated director John Singleton, who died on April 29 following complications from...
Health
Lauren Travis, The Barre Code franchise owner, talks about the ballet barre-inspired workout
October 23, 2019
Lauren Travis pursued entrepreneurship after encouraging words from her mother and nearly two years as an instructor for The Barre...
People
Want to host an event? Good Life at Enderly Park should be on your radar
November 12, 2019
The owners say the 10,800-square-foot facility is filling a void of minority-owned event venues in Charlotte.