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OMAHA STAR MORNING NEWS BYTES A PODCAST Omaha Native Son: Paul E. Bryant Taken from an interview by CANVASREBEL

Paul E. Bryant is Vice President of External Affairs at H. J. Russell & Company, Atlanta, Georgia Paul was a business banker with Wells Fargo managing a $75 million small business portfolio when a community service organization applied for a line of credit. In short, their recent credit history was not stellar. They lost their United Way backing, burned through half million in reserves, and discontinued programming. It was a textbook case for mismanagement. He was familiar with the organizations history and did not want to see it close. He prayed about it that evening and woke up the next morning inspired to apply for the position. Currently holding the position of Vice President of External Affairs for H. J. Russell & Company. A 70+ year old business that is the largest Black Owned company in the state of Georgia and the 25 largest Black Owned company in the U. S. Paul runs Russell Cares, the philanthropic arm of the company. It is the commitment to service that separates H. J. Russell from its competitors. From founder Herman Russell’s involvement with Martin Luther in the inner circle of the civil rights movement to supporting community service organizations throughout the metropolitan Atlanta area, we are committed to our motto: We just don’t build buildings, we build communities. Paul Recounts his encounter that lead to his current position: “I made a career pivot toward more purposeful work for which I was passionate. I met the CEO of H. J. Russell & Company, Mike Russell at a community service event. I asked him if he would speak at out year end dinner. He agreed, and that is where God stepped in. I was so inspired by Mr. Russell’s presentation that I met with him later that week and told him I’d like to work for him. Over the next several months I submitted numerous revisions and eventually created a position for myself.”

COVID…Yuck…COVID may not be as obvious, but it is still around. The Omaha Star so desires to feature events around the city. We ask people to submit their information and encourage photos of events. The Omaha Star is YOUR newspaper. We are looking for articles, announcements, events and MORE. Our website is new and improved. Check it out www.theomahastar.com. We have a calendar page that your events can be listed on as well as you submitting an article.

What kind of information can or should you submit? I am glad you asked. Here is a list of possible information that you should submit to the paper for an article: • Name of the event • Location of the event • Time of the event • Why is the event being held/purpose • Who should be coming to the event • Who should be contacted for more details It does not have to be wordy. As a matter of fact, we prefer 500 words or LESS. And if you have a photo or logo, please send that along too.

An update on Paul and his family: Moved to Atlanta in 2013. His wife Robin is with State Farm and has been for 30+ years. She is becoming more involved with our family non profit: The Leadership Institute for Urban Education. Oldest daughter, Brazier, graduated from Hampton University (A Mildred Brown Scholarship recipient), is 30, lives in Houston, Texas and works as a digital learning consultant with Merc Pharmaceuticals.

As long as we are not quoting prices the submission/ article is free. Prices quoted means it is advertising and advertising will cost you. Are you having a school reunion? Is your church having an event? Is your organization having an event? Is your organization having an awards or scholarship ceremony? Are you getting engaged? Is there a new baby at your house? What about wedding photos? Anniversary announcements? Memorial announcements? Graduation announcements and photos are welcome. The Omaha Star is a community paper. We are looking for news about the community. Send all submissions to: publisher@ omahastarinc.com. We reserve the right to determine when information is to run in the paper. We are looking for YOUR news. Help us to be your paper. •

Omaha (NE) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Hosts 8th Annual Red Dress Luncheon to Raise Awareness for Heart, Kidney Health The Omaha (NE) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated hosted its eighth annual Red Dress Luncheon at the Apex Foster Care Center, located at 72nd and Ames Streets. The event raised awareness about heart and kidney health among black women. Attendees wore red to the event, creating a sea of red beauty and sophistication.

Paul’s most memorable experience to date: “I once walked up to Isiah Thomas, Stedman Graham and Dr. J at a golf tournament and walked away with a $700,000 contract.”

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Tiffany White-Welchen, the president of the Chapter, highlighted the organization’s commitment to educational, cultural and civic activities. Terri Sanders, the event’s Mistress of Ceremonies and Publisher of The Omaha Star Newspaper, emphasized the importance of understanding the potential risks of heart and kidney disease and taking action to lower those risks. Chef Natelina Mickles and her team at Tastefully Done Catering provided a heart-healthy lunch for the attendees and vendors such as IslaSimone Candles sponsored door prizes. The event featured speeches from prominent community members and an informative program to educate attendees

about protecting their heart and kidneys. Pastor Portia A. Cavitt, Ph.D., from the Claire Memorial United Methodist Church, gave the invocation, and the event featured awards, a keynote speech and a group photo at the end of the program. The event recognized special guests and honored Platinum and Alumnae members of The Links, Incorporated. The event also recognized individuals who have made a difference in the community by advocating for health. The Community Health Advocate Award went to Ashlei Spivey and Jessica Teamer from I Be Black Girl (IBBG), a collective for Black women and girls in the Omaha metro. The Heart Health Ambassador Award went to Allison Lasley, a survivor of triple bypass surgery. The Kidney Health Ambassador Award went to Kyle Watson Jr., a kidney disease survivor who raised awareness about the disease. Dr. Andrea Jones was the keynote speaker. She spoke about risk factors for heart disease and how to control them.

Paul II, is 26, and lives in Brooklyn NY and is a consultant with McKinsey & Company. He was a 2019 graduate of Morehouse College - recognized when billionaire Robert Smith paid the tuition for the entire class. Madison is 21, she will graduate from Spelman this May and will move to NY to begin her career literally working in Times Square with an Amazon subsidiary Shop Bop. •

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them in their daily life: 1. Self-Awareness 2. Self-Management 3. Social Awareness 4. Relationship Skills 5. Responsible Decision-Making

When children have mastered these competencies, they show up as their best selves whether at home, in the classroom, or in their communities. Teaching children to make responsible decisions, to be self-aware of their emotions and others, and how to manage those said emotions will help them to maintain quality relationships with peers and adults in their lives. As a mother, this is my goal every day while raising our boys. And it isn’t something they learn overnight. It takes practice, initiative, and examples to be set by the adults in their lives. Children have experienced so much change, trauma, fear, loss, joy, confusion, pressure, and more in the last couple of years. Yet, they are still required to perform their best in the classroom. And that’s hard! Unrealistic. Insensitive. Cold. This month and year, I want us all to commit to doing better by the children we love, care for, educate, pray for, and see in our neighborhood.

Check-in on them. Ask them how they are doing by asking the right questions. When you create a safe environment for children to share their feelings without being judged or having consequences, you are able to care for their hearts and show them the importance of recognizing their emotional health and making it a priority to care for and advocate for themselves when they don’t feel their best. Some questions you can ask your child to check their emotional well-being: • Who is your best friend at school? Why? • What do you like to do most at recess or after school? • What happened today that made you happy? • Did anyone make you mad or hurt your feelings? • I can see you have had a tough day. You know I am here for you if you want to talk about it. And most importantly, let’s practice asking our children if they want us to just listen as they share their feelings or if they would like our help to come up with a solution. Even when we know it all and truly believe we have their best interest at heart, we have to empower them by allowing them the chance to figure out life’s roller coaster and seek our help when they are ready. This is one way to teach them self-awareness, self-management, and responsible decision-making skills #WeReadOverHere Reading Challenge: Consider books, shows, and movies that relate to the emotions your child is dealing with to break the ice and start talking about how they can be self-aware, and manage their own emotions through problem-solving and asking for help. Kids are resilient. But they feel. So it’s our responsibility to know how they’re feeling and equip them with the right tools to deal with their emotions the best way they can. While also showing up for them the best way we can as parents, loved ones, and caregivers. •

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Middle school through college students are invited to attend our FREE upcoming master class with Tiffany Haas on Thursday, March 16, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at North Omaha Music & Arts at 2510 N. 24th Street. This is an exciting opportunity to learn about a professional career in musical theater from a Broadway star and published author!

After graduating from The Governor’s School for the Arts in Norfolk, Tiffany studied opera and musical theater at Cincinnati College’s Conservatory of Music. She has worked on Broadway, national tours and sold-out cabarets. Tiffany’s talent sparkled during her star turn as Glinda in the national tour of Broadway’s Wicked. She gives back to the arts by teaching master classes to performers around the country. •

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Black Family Wellness Expo The Omaha (NE) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated in Collaboration with Black K.A.R.E. (Kidney Awareness Resources, & Education) Initiative presents our Black Family Wellness Expo (BFWE) on Sunday, March 12, 2023. The Black Family Wellness Expo will be held at Zion Baptist Church 2215 Grant Street from 12pm to 2:30pm. The goal of BFWE is to help reduce health disparities and save lives in the Omaha Black community. The main aim of our Black Family Wellness Expo is to increase awareness of chronic diseases such as Chronic Kidney disease, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Mental Illness, Lung Disease, Cancer and how to prevent them. Our BFWE will also provide Health Screenings, Dental Awareness and Education for Children, Information for Seniors, Health Insurance Information, and Voter Registration. The overall purpose of the Black Family Wellness Expo is to address the multitude of health disparities that negatively impact the health and quality of life for Black families in Omaha. Highlights of the Black Family Wellness Expo are as follows: —Health/Community Informational Tables—List of our partners include Black K.A.R.E. Initiative; United Health Care; Charles Drew Health Center; AARP; American Cancer Society; American Heart Association; Colgate Palmolive (National Oral Health Initiative); National Kidney Foundation; Center for Holistic Development; Nebraska Medicine; American Lung Association; Black Votes Matter Institute of Community Engagement.

—Live Presentations: 1. Black K.A.R.E. Chronic Kidney Disease Presentation: At 12:30pm and 1:30pm 2. Colgate Palmolive (National Oral Health Initiative)Virtual Colgate Dental Van providing Interactive Dental Awareness and Education for Children: At 1:00pm and 2:00pm. — Free Health Screenings: Blood pressure, Blood Sugar, and Weight —Refreshments!!! —Raffle Door Prizes!!! —Insurance Information and Sign up! —Voter Registration! —Event Sponsors- Omaha (NE) Chapter of the Links. Inc.; Black K.A.R.E.; United Health Care —Host Location- Zion Baptist Church 2215 Grant Street; Omaha, NE 68110 (402) 346-1502 Our event is part of the Links, Incorporated’s inaugural nationwide Black Family Wellness Expos being held across the country in March, which aims to leverage its entire membership in the effort to improve health outcomes for Black families. •

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Olympic Pride, American Prejudice – A Documentary Review by Haquikah

At the most notorious sporting event ever staged, now streaming on Prime Video, an 80 minute, 2016 documentary depicts historic facts and testimonies surrounding the 1936 Summer Olympic Games held in Berlin, Germany. Little do some of us know there were eighteen Black athletes competing, or know the strife, steadfast stamina and strength these young people participating in the Games had to endure. Dubbed by Adolf Hitler as the ‘Black Auxiliary,’ our athletes not only defied Nazi Aryan Supremacy, but also Jim Crow. Adapted from Olympic Pride, American Prejudice: The Untold Story of 18 African Americans Who Defied Jim Crow and Adolf Hitler to Compete in the 1936 Berlin Olympic, 2000, written by Deborah Riley Draper (documentary’s director), Blair Underwood, and Travis Thrasher, the story is skillfully narrated by Blair Underwood, with contributions by Dr. Lonnie G Bunch, III, Dr. Harry Edwards, Isaiah Thomas, Carl Lewis, descendants and other experts tell historic truths leading up to, during and the aftermath of the Games. During the U.S. Olympic Team’s two month voyage, tensions were noted in U.S. headlines: “The Olympic ‘Black Gang’ Sails for Germany O.K.” Previous to the Games, on September 15, 1935, the Nürnberg Laws—the Law for the Protection of German Blood and German Honor and the Law of the Reich Citizen—became the centerpiece of anti-Jewish legislation and a precedent for defining and categorizing Jews in all German-controlled lands. Generally, there was outrage and out-roar about the American team going at all because of the climate in Germany. But, in particular, the sheer presence of the Black athletes in the Games struck a blow against racism on both shores of The Atlantic Proudly, our Black athletes won 14 medals, nearly one-fourth of the 56 medals awarded the U.S. team in all events. The following highlights the 1936 Olympic Games’ Black Medal Winners : David Albritton High Jump Silver Cornelius Johnson High Jump Gold James LuValle 400 Meters Bronze Ralph Metcalfe 4x100 Meter Relay Gold 100 Meter Dash Silver

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“It wasn’t just Jesse. It was other African American athletes in the middle of Nazi Germany under the gaze of Adolf Hitler that put a lie to notions of racial superiority—whooped ’em—and taught them a thing or two about democracy and taught them a thing or two about the American character,” President Obama during the 2016 White House ceremony recognizing and honoring the eighteen athletes with their relatives who attended the White House event and shook the president’s hand. The other Black athletes in the 1936 Olympic Games were: John Brooks Long Jump Art Oliver Boxing James Clark Boxing Tidye Pickett 80 Meter Hurdles Willis Johnson Boxing Louise Stokes Track & Field Howell King Boxing John Terry Weightlifting John Woodruff, who won gold in the 800-meter run, recalled this experience in a 1996 interview published on the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum website. “It was very definitely a special feeling in winning the gold medal and being a Black man. We destroyed his [Hitler’s] master race theory, whenever we start winning those gold medals,” Woodruff said. “So I was very proud of that achievement and I was very happy, for myself as an individual, for my race, and for my country.” •

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International Economic Development Council Welcomes New Vice President, Dr. Dell Gines, CEcD The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) welcomes Dr. Dell Gines, CEcD, a nationally renowned thought leader in economic development and entrepreneurship ecosystem building, as the Vice President of Partnerships, Advisory Services, and Thought Leadership. “Dell is a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated innovator, and we are excited to welcome him to our team,” said Nathan Ohle, IEDC President and CEO. “With his commitment to this work and experience working to bridge gaps and bring people together he will be a fantastic addition to IEDC as we continue to expand and engage with communities across the world, ensuring a better, more sustainable, resilient, equitable future for generations to come.”

Dell is a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), holds a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Finance, and a Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska School of Public Administration. His work at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is recognized throughout the economic development and entrepreneurship professional circles. While at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, he focused on empowering communities of color and economically distressed, small, rural communities. Dell has experience running non-profits on top of his work for the Federal Reserve, having led non-profits in Nebraska and securing significant grants to support operations and programming, as well as his contributions to a

2018 research report on Black women business startups, cited in PBS, Forbes, Black Enterprise, CNN Business, and Entrepreneur magazine. “IEDC is the top global advocate for helping economic development leaders and organizations develop innovative, community-building strategies,” added Dr. Dell Gines, CEcD. “As IEDC’s new Vice President of Partnerships, Advisory Services, and Thought Leadership, I look forward to working with communities to transform their economies into resilient, sustainable, equitable, and flourishing economic ecosystems, regardless of the community location, size, or demographics.” Dell will join the IEDC team beginning Monday, March 6, 2023. •

Celebrating 196 years of The Black Press By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper

This month, the African American community of these United States celebrates 196 years of the Black Press, historically referred to as “Negro Newspapers”. It was on March 17, 1827, at a meeting of “Freed Negroes” in New York City, that Samuel Cornish, a Presbyterian minister, and John Russwurn, the first Negro college graduate in the United States, established the negro newspaper. The Black Press has been called many things during this 196 years of evolution. Its initial publication declared “there ought to be some channel of communication between us and the public through which a single voice may be heard in defense of five hundred thousand free people of colour.” What these two men started, initially known as “Freedom’s Journal and the Rights of All”, has spun off to more than 500 Black newspapers as many embraced the need to tell our story and not have someone else tell it for us. Today, the number of Black newspapers has dwindled to a little more than 200 with at least two, the Philadelphia Tribune at 130 years old, and the Afro American Newspaper in Baltimore at more than 125 years old, still owned by the families that founded it. At a time when few of us could read, these papers grew to be known nationally, long before the internet, social media and even the telephone itself. It was often the lowwaged Black railroad worker, like the porter handling the bags of traveling white people, who threw out copies of the Chicago Defender as the trains passed through “no-

stop” small Southern towns. Part of the success was that we all knew we were Black thanks to “Jim Crow” segregation laws. Today, thanks to the Black Press, we have histories we can read. The book and movie, “Hidden Figures”, about the Black women math experts that made the space program work, were based in large part on articles written in the Norfolk Journal and Guide newspaper and kept in the paper’s archives. Graphic pictures and articles about Black soldiers in World War I can be found at the Afro American Newspaper in Baltimore. Today, with racist Whites seeking to ban all knowledge of the Black experience in America, we must protect and preserve the Black Press as our only “Trusted Messenger”. While we must use the internet and social media, let us not lose our souls and our knowledge of who we are in the process. It is the Black Press that has written about “the stony road we have trod”; helped us feel the pain on our backs and that of our ancestors when we speak of the “Chastening rod”. It is the Black Press that has provided the steady beat, so that our “weary feet have brought us to the place for which our fathers sighed”. It is the Black Press that will help some of us return to the place where we met God before so many became drunk with the ways and wine of the world, which James Weldon Johnson spoke of when writing the Negro Natonal Anthem. Let’s keep the Black Press where it belongs, in our heart and lives as our struggle for equality and fairness continues. •

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Change your Clocks & Check Your Smoke Alarm Batteries! Looking for a simple yet powerful way to protect your family and home from fire? Look no further than your smoke alarm. As we prepare to spring ahead for Daylight Savings time March 12, The Omaha Association of Black Professional Firefighters urges you to take a moment to check the batteries in your smoke alarms. Smoke alarms are the first line of defense against fire and they can make all the difference in saving lives and property. When properly installed and maintained, smoke alarms can detect smoke and fire early, giving you and your family the time you need to escape safely. So don't let the opportunity slip by – as you change your clocks this season, take a few minutes to test and replace the batteries in your smoke alarms too. It's a small step that can make a big difference in keeping you and your loved ones safe from the dangers of fire. Remember, fire safety is everyone's responsibility. Let's work together to protect our community and prevent tragedies before they happen.

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Mass Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am in Rectory Mass Schedule: (2218 Binney) Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am in Rectory (2218 Binney) Thursday - School Mass 8:10 am in Church Thursday - School Mass 8:10pm am in Church Saturday - 5:00 Saturday - 5:00 Sunday - 8:15 am and pm 10:30 am Sunday - 8:15 am and 10:30 am

SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH

Serving God and One Another in the SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH Spirit of Excellence Serving God and One Another in the Rev.Spirit Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus of Excellence Pastor Rev. Dr.Senior Selwyn Q. Bachus Senior Pastor 3131 Lake Street Omaha, NEStreet 68111 3131 Lake 402-455-1000 Omaha, NE 68111 www.salembc.org 402-455-1000 www.salembc.org

MOUNT CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH MOUNT CALVARY “Jesus is the Light of the World” COMMUNITY CHURCH

Bishop “Jesus is theKevin Light Chambers, of the World” Senior Bishop KevinPastor Chambers, www.m3comaha.org Senior Pastor www.m3comaha.org 5112 Ames Avenue Omaha, NEAvenue 68104 5112 Ames (402)Omaha, 457-4216 NEChurch 68104Phone (402) 457-4216 453-4084 Church Pastor’sPhone Office (402) (402) 453-4084 Pastor’s Office

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Bishop Kevin Chambers Bishop Kevin Chambers

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Weekly Services Sunday Morning WorshipWeekly ServiceServices .....................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. th Children’s Church (2nd & 4Service Sunday) ................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship .....................10:00a.m. nd Life Development (Sunday a.m. & 4th School) Sunday).........................................10:15 ................10:00a.m. Children’s Church (2 Wednesday Word and Worship (WWW) ................................ 6:30 p.m. Life Development (Sunday School) .........................................8:30a.m.. Wednesday Word and Worship (WWW) ................................ 6:30 p.m.

TABERNACLE OF TABERNACLE OF FAITH CHURCH Pastor Barbara Mitchell FAITH CHURCH

CLAIR MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CLAIR MEMORIAL CHURCH UNITED METHODIST “Come Get CHURCH Your Hilltop Experience”

“Come GetPortia YourA. Hilltop Experience” Rev. Cavitt, Pastor 5544 Rev. AmesPortia Avenue, Omaha, NE 68104 A. Cavitt, Pastor Telephone: 5544 Ames Avenue,402-451-8322 Omaha, NE 68104 Website: www.cmumc.net Telephone: 402-451-8322 Email: Website: www.cmumc.net clairumc@cumc.omhcoxmail.com Email: Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor clairumc@cumc.omhcoxmail.com Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor

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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FIRST UNITED Rev. Morita Truman, Lead Pastor METHODIST CHURCH

Rev. Morita Truman, Lead Pastor Services on Sundays at 8:30 amon&Sundays 10:50 amat Services 8:30 am & 10:50 am 7020 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132 402.556.6262 7020 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132 www.fumcomaha.org 402.556.6262 www.fumcomaha.org First United Methodist Church is a welcoming inclusiveChurch community, First Unitedand Methodist is a inspired toand grow with and in God. welcoming inclusive community, inspired to grow with and in God.

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Rev. T. Michael Williams

Dr. Ralph B. Lassiter

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MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY

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“Transformed People Everywhere” MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY 2602BAPTIST N. 24th St.CHURCH - PO Box 11593

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ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor 2215 Grant Street Omaha, NE Street 68110 2215 Grant Ph: 402-346-1502 Omaha, NE 68110 Fax: 402-344-2720 Ph: 402-346-1502 Fax: 402-344-2720

Rev. Morita Truman

Pastor Kenneth A. Allen

Rev. Morita Truman

Pastor Kenneth A. Allen

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HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Missouri Synod HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

2721 N. 30th Street Missouri Synod 402-453-1583 2721 N. 30th Street Sunday School................................10:00 a.m. 402-453-1583 Church Service...............................11:00 a.m. Sunday School................................10:00 a.m. YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME Church Service...............................11:00 a.m. YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

JOY OF LIFE MINISTRIES COGIC JOY OF LIFE Pastors Eric and Cynthia Butler MINISTRIES COGIC

Pastors Eric and Cynthia Butler 6401 N. 56th Street Omaha, NE 68104 6401 N. 56th Street Ph: 402-399-9628 Omaha, NE 68104 E-Mail: Jolpastor@aol.com Ph: 402-399-9628 E-Mail: Jolpastor@aol.com Sunday Morning Worship.....10:00 a.m. SundayMorning Evening Worship.....10:00 Worship.......5:00 a.m. p.m. Sunday Wednesday Academy .............7:00p.m. p.m. Sunday Evening Worship.......5:00 Bible Study and Youth Ministries Wednesday Academy .............7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Youth Ministries

Pastor Eric Butler and Co-Pastor Cynthia Pastor Eric Butler Butler and Co-Pastor Cynthia Butler

PLEASANT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH PLEASANT GREEN “Where CHRISTCHURCH is Preeminent and BAPTIST

Word isPrevails!” “Where the CHRIST Preeminent and the Word Prevails!” Pastor Brian Page 5555 Larimore Avenue Pastor Brian Page Church: 402-346-8427 5555 Larimore Avenue www.pleasantgreenomaha.org Church: 402-346-8427 www.pleasantgreenomaha.org

THE WORSHIP CENTER

Pastor Brian Page

Pastor Brian Page Wednesday: Prayer Power HourWednesday: ......................................12:00 p.m Prayer Power Hour ......................................12:00 p.m Thursday: Youth For Christ ............................................6:00 p.m Thursday: PrayerFor & Bible ....................................6:30p.m p.m Youth ChristStudy ............................................6:00 Prayer & Bible Study ....................................6:30 p.m Sunday: Sunday School.................................................9:00 a.m. Sunday: Morning Worship..........................................10:15 a.m. Sunday School.................................................9:00 a.m. Morning Worship..........................................10:15 a.m. Televised Broadcast Sunday @ 10pm on KPAO Cox Communication channel 22 &@ Century channel 89 Televised Broadcast Sunday 10pm Link on KPAO Cox Communication channel 22 & Century Link channel 89

Dr. Stan Rone Senior Dr. StanPastor Rone Senior Pastor

North 24th Street Church of God THE WORSHIP CENTER “Presenting the Never-Changing North 24th Street Church of God GOD to an ever-changing World!” “Presenting the Never-Changing GOD to an ever-changing World!” Dr. Stan Rone - Senior Pastor 2021 N. 24th Street Dr. Stan Rone - Senior Pastor Omaha, NE 68110 2021 N. 24th Street (402) 341-4297 Omaha, NE 68110 (402) 341-4297

Sunday Kingdom Academy Sunday 9:00 a.m. Worship 10:15a.m. a.m. KingdomCelebration Academy 9:00 Tuesday Worship Celebration 10:15 a.m. Prayer Hour 7:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon Tuesday Prayer Hour Wednesday 7:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon Power Hour (Prayer/Bible WednesdayStudy) 6:30 p.m. Youth and ChildrenStudy) 6:30 p.m. Power Hour (Prayer/Bible 6:30 p.m. www.theworshipcenter24cog.org Youth and Children 6:30 p.m. www.theworshipcenter24cog.org

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KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD BY CAREY KINSOLVING AND FRIENDS

What Is The Lesson Of David And Goliath? “Duck!”

When we trust God, however, people around us will say, “Are you sure?”

The giant Goliath could have used this advice when he fought young David in a story described in I Samuel 17. Better yet, Goliath could have ducked the judgment of God if he had taken advice from Philip, 11. “Never underestimate the power of God or a boy.” What Goliaths are you facing? Fear? Loneliness? Rejection?

They will offer their own advice as Saul offered his armor to David, and they’ll question our actions. Family members may be the most scornful. David’s own brother contemptuously asked: “Why have you come down here? And with whom have you left those few sheep in the wilderness?” Does this sound like someone at the office or at home?

Don’t despair, says Rachel, 10. “Size doesn’t matter. It’s your faith in God.” Before giants fall by your sling, however, there may be some warm-up battles you need to fight. “David was a shepherd and a fighter,” says Adam, 10. “He fought animals that came around sheep. David killed a lion and a bear because he loved his sheep. So when King Saul said to David, `Are you sure?’ David said, `I can belt him,’ and he did.” Because David had practiced trusting God to help him protect the sheep, David was prepared to trust God in facing Goliath.

Though Saul offered David the best armor in the kingdom, he decided to stick with what he knew best, his trusty sling. “If you’re going to wear armor,” says Michael, 11, “ask God for the armor.” Faith in God was all the armor David needed. He boldly declared to Goliath, “The battle is the Lord’s.” The apostle Paul referred to this kind of faith as a “guard” around the hearts of those who have committed everything to God in prayer.

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7).

But if you’re a giant who’s just out to pick a fight, Melissa, 9, says, “Pick on someone your own size.”

No weapon can pierce this armor. Or, as Sarah, 9, says, “Just because Goliath is taller and has better stuff doesn’t mean that he can beat David.”

Memorize this truth: “The battle is the Lord’s” (I Samuel 17:47b).

Trusting in the better “stuff” of technology will not win the battle against one who is shielded by the power of God. Goliath had all the best stuff: bronze helmet, armor, shin guards, a 17-pound spear and a shieldbearer who walked in front of him. So don’t get sidetracked in battle and become afraid of those with better stuff. Remember the lesson of David and Goliath according to James, 11: “If you believe in God, He will be there for you when you need Him. And He will help you do things you usually aren’t capable of doing.”

Think about this: Goliath lost his head by trusting in better technology and the false gods of the Philistines.

Ask this question: When you face life’s Goliaths, whom do you trust? • __________________________________ Kids Talk About God is designed for families to study the Bible together. Research shows that parents who study the Bible with their children give their character, faith and spiritual life a powerful boost. To receive Kids Talk About God three times a week in a free, email subscription, visit www.KidsTalkAboutGod.org/email. COPYRIGHT 2023 CAREY KINSOLVING

Sarah, 10, agrees, “Big people don’t get to do all the big things. If we believe in God, we can do anything.”

In Memory of a wonderful and incredibly special Husband, Morris James “Jimmy” Jackson It has been a year, but only seems like yesterday when he left my side to go to be with Our Heavenly home. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think of the special soulmate God hand-picked for me. God gave my husband a heart of compassion that filled my heart with so many wonderful memories that only my heart can hold and cherish and never fade away; no one can ever replace them. My dearest husband not only did your death impact me, but it also impacted our children, grandchildren, sisters, and friends. Thanks for the endless love that helps us through the day. Your wife, Earline and the entire Jackson, Coleman, Miller, and Moore Families. •

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YOUTH/EDUCATION NEWS

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March 10, 2023

100 Black Men of Omaha held its 23rd African-American History Challenge The 23rd African-American History Challenge (AAHC) was held at the Village Empowerment Center, 5190 Sprague Plaza, Omaha, NE 68104 with a limited audience. The AAHC is a collaboration between the 100 Black Men of Omaha and Omaha Public Schools. The AAHC was sponsored in part by Cox Communications and the Gilbert M. & Martha H. Hitchcock Foundation. “Cox is extremely proud to sponsor the African American History Challenge, the amount of time and energy the students put into studying and understanding important parts of our history is very impressive,” said, Rob Trebilcock, Sr. Manager Public Affairs at Cox. This year’s winners were R.M. Marrs Magnet Middle School in the Junior Division and South High School in the Senior Division. The National competition will be held at the 100 Black Men of America’s 37th Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, which will take place, June 14th – June 18th. Beveridge Magnet Middle School and King Science & Technology Center earned second and third place in the junior division. Northwest High Magnet School and Burke High School earned second and third place in the senior division. This educational reading program was designed by the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., and is used to enhance the study of African-American history and culture among middle and high school students. “What this challenge is about is digging into the history and really spreading that African-American history throughout Omaha, which creates more awareness of who we are. These students have put in hours and hours of studying these last

four months and I’m extremely proud of their commitment to this competition,” said, Marcus Bell, Executive Director of 100 Black Men of Omaha. Jamar Dorsey, Sr. Ph.D. and Sherman P. Willis, J.D. served as moderators; judges for the event were Eric L. Ewing, Executive Director of the Great Plains Black History Museum and; Edgar Hicks, Retired Agriculture Commodity Broker. All of whom are members of the 100 Black Men of Omaha. Since 2001, the AAHC has provided over $400,000 in awards and prizes to deserving Omaha area middle and high school students. The AAHC is the result of months of intense preparation each year by dedicated 100 Black Men of Omaha members, Omaha Public Schools staff and students. The 100 Black Men of Omaha’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Omaha by helping our youth to be Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to Lead. We seek to achieve our mission through Mentoring and Education, Health & Wellness and Economic Empowerment programs. Our programs include Leadership and Mentoring Academy, JET Cohorts, Pathways to Success, African American History Challenge, 100 Saturday Academy, Real Men Read, and Real Men Greet.

Winner of the 2023 AAHC Junior Division First Place – R.M. Marrs Magnet Center Front row, left to right: Principal Angelique Barone, Coach Susan Ernst, Dontel McNeil, Chuol Chuol, Henry Gregor, Joey DeSantiago, Coach Sheila McCauley, Keri Menage, Cox Communications. Back row: Marcus Bell, Executive Director, 100 Black Men of Omaha

Today, the 100 Black Men of Omaha is one of over 100 chapters nationally and internationally that make up the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., an alliance of leading African-American men representing a myriad of professions including community, business, education, public affairs, and government. For more information about the 100 Black Men of Omaha, please contact our office at 402-934-7065 or visit www.100blackmenomaha.org.

Winner of the 2023 AAHC Senior Division First Place – South High School Front row, left to right: Marcus Bell, Executive Director, 100 Black Men of Omaha, Coach Sheila McCauley, McKenzie James, Sierra Thomas, Keri Menage, Cox Communications