Somehow Easter feels different this year. I'm not one of those twice-a-year church people who visit a faith house on Easter and Christmas. Nor do I walk the Stations of the Cross or observe the Holy ...
SALISBURY — When COVID-19 surfaced as a serious threat in the United States in early 2020, a few members of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church congregation approached the uncertain situation with optimism.
One year ago, I preached my last Easter sermon after 39 years of ministry. Retirement arrived in October. The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus the Messiah are more meaningful to me today than ...