Minister Convicted in Black Tax Scam
Willie Foster of Fort Worth was convicted by a federal jury on three counts of filing false claims for a bogus "black tax" exemption claimed as a reparations benefit for descendants of slaves. Foster received over $30,000 in refunds. sentencing is set for September 14.
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Essence Magazine
Trinity Church rises from ashes to celebrate unity
On the Trinity Baptist Church lawn in Thy youn Kentucky congregants planted a second purple plum after a 1969 arson destroyed the building. Leaders recall the church as a pioneering integrated congregation and vow to keep growing despite a decades‑long civil rights era controversy.
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Lexington
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Church blends two beliefs in Grand Rapids gathering
All Tribes Gathering in Grand Rapids blends Christianity with tribal beliefs. The two month old church hosts weekend powwows and a Tuesday Christian service. Members cite a sense of home while leaders like Casey Church and Craig Smith discuss balancing native worship with Christ's sovereignty.
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All Tribes Gathering
Helen Hillman
Craig Smith
Phoenix
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