‘Sarah’s Oil’ Drills Down Into Inspiring, Little-Known U.S. History'Sarah’s Oil' dramatizes how spirited 11-year-old Sarah Rector became one of America’s first Black millionaires in an era of widespread discrimination. Nov 06 25November 06, 2025Article at Family Theater Productions
SBC Statement on Charlie Kirk Exposes Racial Divide in DenominationAfter an SBC statement lamented Charlie Kirk's death & praised him. Rev. Dwight McKissic says it fails to grapple with his rhetoric on race. Sep 18 25September 18, 2025Article at The Roys Report
300 Evangelical Leaders From Various Backgrounds Challenge ‘Political Idolatry’ in StatementA diverse group of over 300 pastors and evangelical leaders have released a public declaration, challenging Christians to “turn from false prophets and idolatry of political power” in advance of Tuesday’s presidential debate. The statement titled,… Sep 09 24September 09, 2024Article at The Roys Report
Restore 2023 Day 1: ‘Powerful & Necessary’ Truths on Abuse to Spark Church ReformAbout 200 survivors of church hurt and abuse, church leaders, and allies gathered at the Restore Conference this week for “incredibly powerful and necessary conversations” surrounding abuse and failed leadership in evangelical faith communities. The… Oct 14 23October 14, 2023Article at The Roys Report
Pastor Struck & Killed by Police Cruiser While Getting His MailA prominent pastor in western Connecticut, known for his community revitalization work, has died after being struck by a police cruiser outside his home. On Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Tommie Jackson, 69, had crossed the street to retrieve his mail… Jul 29 23July 29, 2023Article at The Roys Report
Suspects Charged in Connection with Vandalism at 3 Houses of Worship, Including Historic Black ChurchThree suspects have been charged with vandalism of multiple houses of worship in southeast Maryland, including one historic Black church that suffered approximately $100,000 in damages. On Wednesday, Anne Arundel County Police Department officers… Jun 29 23June 29, 2023Article at The Roys Report
Historic Black Church Devastated By Vandalism Designated as Hate CrimeVandals ripped pages from Bibles and hymnals, tore a cross from a wall, and caused more than $100,000 in damage in what is being considered a hate crime at a historic Black church in the capital city of Maryland. Anne Arundel County Police Department… Jun 27 23June 27, 2023Article at The Roys Report
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’: Half A Story, Twice the BangOne hero’s journey has become the predominant popular American mythology of the 21st century. But that doesn't mean that there can't be many versions of that hero -- especially everyone's favorite friendly neighborhood webslinger. The Media… Jun 09 23June 09, 2023Article at Family Theater Productions
Hundreds of Taylor U Students and Alumni Petition School to Reinstate ProfessorHundreds of Taylor University students and alumni, including former and current board members, are petitioning the evangelical school to reinstate Professor Julie Moore, whom they say is being wrongly removed for teaching on racial justice. In a… May 05 23May 05, 2023Article at The Roys Report
5 Riveting Films Snubbed By The Academy AwardsEven with a populist slant to the list of nominations, the Academy left out several noteworthy films released last year. Are Hollywood power players finally waking up to how out of touch they’ve been? Released last week, the nominations list for the… Feb 02 23February 02, 2023Article at The Federalist
If You Liked ‘Top Gun’ You Have To See The Showstopping Korean War Drama ‘Devotion’‘If we’re to become better people as Americans, to grow as a country and culture, we have to remember our heroes.’ Following the sky-high box-office numbers of “Top Gun: Maverick,” anyone who glanced at the movie trailer for “Devotion” — a true story… Dec 02 22December 02, 2022Article at The Federalist
Lecrae Urges Christians to Deconstruct in ‘Healthy’ vs. ‘Dangerous’ WaysChristian rap artist Lecrae has reignited debate about deconstructing faith, tweeting on Wednesday that one type is “healthy” but “the other is dangerous.” “One type of deconstruction actually involves using scriptures to deconstruct unhealthy ideas… Sep 15 22September 15, 2022Article at The Roys Report
Oh Say, Have You Seen — These 10 American History Films and SeriesThe grill is fired up, stores are decked out in red-white-and-blue bunting, and parades might even be back en masse this year. We Americans love our flag and what it represents, even if the decades of history behind it might be a little fuzzy at… Jun 30 22June 30, 2022Article at Family Theater Productions
Rev. Chris Butler Says He’s ‘Compelled By Love’ to Run for Congress“I think it’s very appropriate for the church to always speak up for righteousness in society. And that’s really how I see what we’re doing here in this campaign.” – The Rev. Chris Butler A longtime Chicago-based community organizer and ordained… Mar 10 22March 10, 2022Article at Faithfully Magazine
4 Gripping Historical Films to Watch During Black History MonthIn the U.S., Canada, and other nations, February marks Black History Month — an annual observance to remember heroic figures and important events in the history of African-Americans and the African diaspora. When parents struggle with how to dialogue… Feb 25 22February 25, 2022Article at Family Theater Productions
Rapper Lecrae Loses Tour Date After Tweeting Criticism of “Gentrified, Politicized” Church CultureChristian rap artist and Reach Records founder Lecrae revealed recently that he lost a tour date after tweeting criticism of “gentrified, politicized, culturally exclusive” church culture. Atlanta-based Lecrae Moore, who uses his first name as a… Jan 25 22January 25, 2022Article at The Roys Report
Pioneering Christian Hip-Hop Artist Phanatik Renounces His FaithBrady “Phanatik” Goodwin, founding member of Grammy-nominated Christian hip-hop group, The Cross Movement, and in recent years an apologetics teacher, stated Monday in a video posted online that he has renounced his Christian faith. “I sent a letter… Jan 19 22January 19, 2022Article at The Roys Report
Fannie Lou Hamer: Forerunner of Faith-Driven, Pro-Life Democrats (Remember)Having grown up in rural Mississippi, Fannie Lou Hamer (1917-1977) had fears about going to see an OB/GYN. But, following her third miscarriage, the pain had become unbearable. In 1961, she made an appointment with Dr. Charles Dorrough, a White… Oct 20 21October 20, 2021Article at Faithfully Magazine
Harriet Tubman Historian Tells How Fannie Lou Hamer’s Faith Fueled Her Fight for Freedom (Interview)Mississippi civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer (1917-1977) is often remembered for the bold speech she delivered at the 1964 Democratic National Convention, where she resisted gender, racial and class discrimination to ensure she was heard.… Sep 09 21September 09, 2021Article at Faithfully Magazine
Opinion: Aretha Franklin Overcomes Abuse Through Faith in Church-Centric Music BiopicThe life of Aretha Franklin, the “Queen of Soul,” recently hit the big screen in “Respect,” a film that depicts Franklin’s journey from a church choir soloist to a pop superstar. Yet, despite being a major Hollywood film budgeted at $55 million… Sep 04 21September 04, 2021Article at The Roys Report
