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Nearly a year after workers voted to authorize a strike, non-union city and commercially contracted security officers in Baltimore, MD, walked off the job on April 9 on an Unfair Labor Practice strike against their employers, Abacus Corporation, Metropolitan Protective Services, and Urban Development Solutions. Now, Local 32BJ of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) say that workers have been retaliated against by Metropolitan Protective Services (MPS), alleging that the city contractor "fired and harassed workers following [the] lawful strike." MPS denies these allegations and claims "that no employees have been terminated due to union involvement." In this episode of Working People, we speak with Victoria Cox, a former MPS employee who worked to reach the rank of sergeant, and Daril Riley, a former MPS employee who reached the rank of corporal. Both Cox and Riley have had their shifts taken off the schedule—and, essentially, their jobs taken away—and both have been put under investigation by MPS since the strike in April. Additional links/info: Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, "Underpaid, uninsured, held at gunpoint: Baltimore security guards strike for a union" SEIU Local 32BJ website, Facebook page, and Instagram Katherine Wilson, Baltimore Sun, "Baltimore contract security officers at city properties prepare to strike" Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme Song Credits: Audio Post-Production: Jules Taylor Statement from Derrick Parks, CEO and President of Metropolitan Protective Services (5/26/26): Metropolitan Protective Services, Inc. (MPSI) maintains that no employees have been terminated due to union involvement. We fully support our employees' right to choose whether or not to join a union. The individuals recently removed from the schedule were terminated for failing to maintain the current Maryland guard license required by the Maryland State Police. Regarding Sergeant Cox, she was removed from the schedule at the specific request of the client following multiple advisements regarding violations of client policy and insubordination. Of our 175 employees, only six have been removed from the schedule or terminated, all due to licensing issues or performance concerns. We find these allegations to be without merit and believe they are being used by the union to exert pressure on the company. Furthermore, we have received reports of union representatives harassing employees who chose not to join, including unauthorized site visits and the use of derogatory language. MPSI is currently considering filing a cease and desist order and a harassment lawsuit to protect the rights of our staff. Our priority remains protecting all employees, regardless of their union status.
Nearly a year after workers voted to authorize a strike, non-union city and commercially contracted security officers in Baltimore, MD, walked off the job on April 9 on an Unfair Labor Practice strike against their employers, Abacus Corporation, Metropolitan Protective Services, and Urban Development Solutions. Now, Local 32BJ of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) say that workers have been retaliated against by Metropolitan Protective Services (MPS), alleging that the city contractor “fired and harassed workers following [the] lawful strike.” MPS denies these allegations and claims “that no employees have been terminated due to union involvement.” In this episode of Working People, we speak with Victoria Cox, a former MPS employee who worked to reach the rank of sergeant, and Daril Riley, a former MPS employee who reached the rank of corporal. Both Cox and Riley have had their shifts taken off the schedule—and, essentially, their jobs taken away—and both have been put under investigation by MPS since the strike in April.Additional links/info: Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, “Underpaid, uninsured, held at gunpoint: Baltimore security guards strike for a union”SEIU Local 32BJ website, Facebook page, and InstagramKatherine Wilson, Baltimore Sun, “Baltimore contract security officers at city properties prepare to strike”Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme SongCredits: Audio Post-Production: Jules TaylorStatement from Derrick Parks, CEO and President of Metropolitan Protective Services (5/26/26): Metropolitan Protective Services, Inc. (MPSI) maintains that no employees have been terminated due to union involvement. We fully support our employees' right to choose whether or not to join a union.The individuals recently removed from the schedule were terminated for failing to maintain the current Maryland guard license required by the Maryland State Police. Regarding Sergeant Cox, she was removed from the schedule at the specific request of the client following multiple advisements regarding violations of client policy and insubordination.Of our 175 employees, only six have been removed from the schedule or terminated, all due to licensing issues or performance concerns. We find these allegations to be without merit and believe they are being used by the union to exert pressure on the company.Furthermore, we have received reports of union representatives harassing employees who chose not to join, including unauthorized site visits and the use of derogatory language. MPSI is currently considering filing a cease and desist order and a harassment lawsuit to protect the rights of our staff. Our priority remains protecting all employees, regardless of their union status.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!
Ephesians 2:11-22 Immanuel Church and Epiphany Church Wilmington had a combined service, joining in worship, and then hearing a sermon on Unity by the two pastors. God desires to unite all things, so he has called us to live Spirit-filled lives in Him. By Grace, that unity gives access to all His benefits, including peace, security, prosperity, and facility. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE
Understanding the Bible from different perspectives on this "Summer at Accelerate Church" Series will be one for the books! In our "Summer in Accelerate" series, Pastor Derrick Parks Takes us through Isaiah 43 and shows us how it is Time To Reset! To Support Accelerate Church and help us continue to reach people in our region and all around the world click here: https://acceleratechurch.tv/give/ #AccelerateChurch #SummeratAccelerate #DerrickParks #perspective #Blessing #focus #growth #purpose #presence #miracles #blessings #wisdom #Bible #holyspirit #nextsteps #faith #hope #church
Philippians 2:5-11
This Christmas
Matthew 10:11 As we continue to examine how Christ's church can minister in today's culture, we get insight on ministry within our city. We must take time with the people, strategize in the context of how they live, and then be patient. Take time to plant, water, and nurture the seeds of the Gospel. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington
Acts 13:38-39; 17; 24; 30; 32 ESV
"Christ over all" series | Derrick Parks
In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," Pastor Derrick Parks, founding pastor at Epiphany Church in Wilmington, Delaware, reminds us that God is able to answer even the biggest prayers, according to his will. Commenting on Isaiah 7:11, Derrick says, "There's nothing that God cannot do. If we ask according to his purposes, there is nothing that is impossible for God. It can be as high as the heavens. There are no limits on our God." "In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press (https://newgrowthpress.com/?aff=26). Special Guest: Derrick Parks.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of 2 Corinthians 9:6-9. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Matthew 14:22-27. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be continuing his series in BE. He will be preaching out of Colossians 3:12.
Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Genesis 2:7.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Acts 4:31.
Today, Pastor Louie Gibbs will be speaking out of Hebrews 11:7.
Today, Bobby Morgan will be speaking out of Luke 15:11-24. He will 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Errol Scheid will be speaking out of Philippians 4:10-13. He will 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today Brother David Jackson will be speaking out of 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 and will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Nehemiah 4 and will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Nehemiah 3 and will have 5 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Charlie Mitchell will be speaking out of Psalm 42:5. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be continuing his series in Nehemiah.
Today Pastor Derrick Parks will be starting a new series called Nehemiah Rise a Build. He will be speaking out of Nehemiah 1
Epiphany Church of Wilmington
Epiphany Church of Wilmington
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Matthew 6:1-18. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Luke 1:39-45. He will have 2 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Philippians 1:3-11. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of James 1:2-8. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out Luke 24:1-8. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Isaiah 43:18-19. He will have 2 main points he will be speaking on.
In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," Pastor Derrick Parks, founding pastor at Epiphany Church in Wilmington, Delaware, reminds us that God uses every aspect of our lives, even the difficult parts. Commenting on Philippians 1:12, Derrick says, "God is going to use my story to tell his story in the world. God uses everything, including our sufferings and challenges to advance the gospel. Nothing is wasted in our lives." "In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the Christian Standard Bible (https://csbible.com/). Special Guest: Derrick Parks.
Luke 6: 27-36 CSB
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of 2 Samuel 11:26-27. He will have two main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Ruth 3:7-10. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Joshua 2:8-13. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Genesis 38:24-26. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Genesis 2:18-25. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Luke 6:27-36. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today,Pastor Parks will be speaking out of 1 Samuel 18:1-5. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Mark 12:28-34. He will 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Acts 1:4-8. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Habakkuk 2:1-4. He will three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of John 3:14-16. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Matthew 28:18-20. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Roger Festa will be speaking out of Isaiah 12:1-6. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Isaiah 35:1-10. He will have 7 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Isaiah 11:1-9. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Isaiah 9:1-7. He will have four main points.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Isaiah 7:1-14. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Eric Spanier will be speaking out of James 1:18-25.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out Luke 7:1-10. He has three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Luke 17:11-19. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking on Unmasking Rejection. He will be speaking out of Genesis 4:1-12.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out on Unmasking Insignificance. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Genesis 3:1-6. He will have 5 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out Genesis 3:7-11. He will have 4 main points.
Today, Pastor Joe Marlin will be speaking out of Romans 15:7. He will be speaking on 3 main points.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. He will have 4 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out of Genesis 32:24-30. He will have 3 main points he will be speaking on.
Today, David Jackson will be speaking out Luke 11:1-4. He will have four main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Derrick Parks will be speaking out James 5:13-15. He will have three main points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Colossians 4:2. He will have three main points.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of John 13:34-35. He will have 4 main points.
Today, David Rosa will be speaking out of Isaiah 1 13-18.
Pastor Derrick Parks of Epiphany Wilmington joined us to share “Making History: A History of Joy.” In his message, he walked us through Colossians 1:9-14 focusing on the joy in the life of the believer.
Today, Roger Festa will be speaking out of Psalm 5.
Today, Errol Scheid will be speaking out Psalm 4.
Today, David Jackson will be speaking out of Psalm 3. He has seven points he will be speaking on.
Today, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Psalm 2. He will have four main points he will be speaking on. 1. The Way of the World 2. The Way of the Father 3. The Way of the Son 4. The Way of the Wise
Today, Pastor Parks will be starting a new series called The Summer EP. He will be speaking out of Psalm 1.He will have three main points. 1. The Way of the Righteous 2. The Way of the Wicked 3. The Way of the Way Maker
Today Pastor Dwayne Walton will be speaking for Pastor Parks. He will be speaking of 1 Samuel 3:1-11
Today Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Acts 3:1-16. He will be speaking on three main points today. 1. Perfect Health 2. Ten Questions to Diagnose your Spiritual Health 3. Is Found in Christ
In this Sermon Pastor Parks is preaching from the book of 1 Kings.
Today in the sermon, Pastor Parks will be coming out of Colossians 1:24-29. He will have 3 main points today. 1. Suffering Service 2. Secret Service 3. Strengthening Service
Today, Pastor Parks will be coming out of Colossians 1. He will have three main points today as he treks through his sermon. 1. Hostile Times 2. Holy Times 3. Hopeful Times
Today in the sermon, Pastor Parks will be speaking out of Colossians. He will have 3 main points in his sermon today. 1. Center of Creation 2. Center of Exaltation 3. Center of Reconciliation
Today in the sermon, Pastor Parks will be coming out of Colossians, speaking on these three points. 1. Reasonable Joy 2. Reinforcing Joy 3. Redeeming Joy.
Today in this Sermon, Pastor Parks is coming out of Luke speaking on these four points. 1. Believing the Not Yet. 2. The Already. 3. The Way to be blessed is to believe. 4. Don't Bemoan the Not Yet. Believe the not yet in the midst of your already.
Derrick Parks, Pastor and Church Planter of Epiphany Church of Wilmington, brings the worship message based on 1 Corinthians 13:4a, 7. Demonstrating love in a hostile world requires patience; that is, persevering and suffering long because people are messy. Loving hostile people requires kindness, which is more than being "nice." Kindness is being useful and benevolent toward others. Loving someone who is hostile means bearing all things; that is, pointing that person to the Saviour who protects and covers. Finally, loving in a hostile world requires knowing how to endure with people, keeping pace while carrying the light of Christ.
Derrick Parks, Pastor and Church Planter of Epiphany Church of Wilmington, brings the worship message based on 1 Corinthians 13:4a, 7. Demonstrating love in a hostile world requires patience; that is, persevering and suffering long because people are...
Today we have Pastor Curtis Dunlap from Epiphany Philadelphia. Pastor Dunlap is here to talk about unlocking the secrets to effective ministry. Steps 1. Effective Ministry Requires An Exemplary Christian Lifestyle 2. Effective Ministry Requires Clear Communication of God's Word. 3.Effective Ministry Requires The Exercise of Spiritual Gifts and Calling. 4.Effective Ministry Requires Diligence and Growth.
In this Sermon Pastor Derrick Parks talks about the 3 Keys to Thankfulness. 1. Walk in Joy. 2. Surrender In Prayer 3. Focus Your Mind.
Colossians 1:1-2
A Sermon on Titus 2:11-15
Matthew 15:21-28 ESV
Derrick Parks
(Bloomberg) -- Taking Stock with Kathleen Hays and Pimm Fox. GUEST: Derrick Parks, CEO of Metropolitan Protective Services Inc. and a former policeman, on the Dallas sniper attacks, and the use of a robot to kill the suspects.