Category: Seasonal
-
Maya Angelou: An American author
Maya Angelou (April 4,1928-May 28, 2014) is an American author, poet, playwright, editor, actress, director, and teacher. She is best known for the first installment of her autobiography, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1970). This work tells the story of a black girl growing up during the Great Depression. Angelou continued to chronicle…
-
Understanding Mardi Gras: Traditions and Celebrations
What Is Mardi Gras? Mardi Gras, which means “Fat Tuesday” in French, was originally the last day to enjoy rich, fatty foods before Lent, a period of fasting for many Christians. These days, Mardi Gras is most often associated with lively parades and Carnival celebrations in places with French heritage, like Alabama and Louisiana. For…
-
Explorando la Cuaresma: 40 días de crecimiento y reflexión
Al entrar en la Cuaresma, muchos creyentes reservan estos cuarenta días —excluyendo los domingos— para acercarse al Señor mediante la reflexión, el arrepentimiento y una renovada devoción. La Cuaresma comienza el Miércoles de Ceniza y concluye el Sábado Santo, la víspera de Pascua. Al incluir los domingos, el período completo abarca cuarenta y seis días,…
-
The Life and Legacy of Sister Thea Bowman
Mary Thea Bowman, FSPA (born Bertha Elizabeth Bowman; December 29, 1937 – March 30, 1990) was a Black Catholic religious sister, teacher, musician, liturgist and scholar who contributed to the ministry of the Catholic Church toward African Americans. She became an evangelist among her people, assisted in the production of an African-American Catholic hymnal, and was a popular speaker on faith and spirituality in her final years, in addition to…
-
Exploring Lent: 40 Days of Growth and Reflection
Lent is a 40-day period for reflection and devotion, culminating in Easter, with resources available for deeper understanding and practice.
-
The Life and Legacy of Louis Armstrong
Louis Daniel Armstrong (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971), better known as “Satchmo,” “Satch,” or “Pops,” was a legendary American jazz and blues trumpeter and singer. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in jazz, his career stretched over five decades, covering several key eras in the genre’s history. He earned countless…
-
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14, is a time when people exchange greeting cards called valentines with their sweethearts, friends, and family. Some valentines have romantic verses, while others feature funny pictures or sayings, often with the phrase “Be my valentine.” In the weeks leading up to the day, stores fill with valentines and festive…
-
God’s Love: Insights from Scripture and Poetry
This page reflects on God’s love through Scripture and poetry, emphasizing its depth and significance beyond earthly celebrations.
-
History of Valentine’s Day
History of Valentine’s DayBeginnings Different authorities believe Valentine’s Day began in various ways. Valentine’s Day probably came from a combination of all three of those sources-plus the belief that spring is a time for lovers. In Norman French, a language spoken in Normandy during the Middle Ages, the word galantine sounds like Valentine and means…
-
Ray Charles: Life and Influence in American Music
Ray Charles (born Charles Raymond Offenberg; September 13, 1918 – April 6, 2015) was an American musician, singer, songwriter, vocal arranger, and conductor, best known for leading the Ray Charles Singers. They performed alongside Perry Como on his records and TV shows for 35 years and were also famous for producing a series of 30…