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10.21.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Roland On The Road in Texas Talking 2024 Elections,VP Harris Campaign Tour,Central Park 5 Sue Trump LIVE from Dallas, Texas, at Friendship-West Baptist Church. It's the first day of early voting. Here's what's coming Up on Roland Martin Unfiltered streaming live on the Black Star Network. Vice President Kamala Harris and Liz Cheney hit the campaign trail today in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan.  We'll show you some of what happened during those rallies.  Sunday was the Vice President's birthday. We'll show you how one Georgia church celebrated with the presidential hopeful.   Trump doubles down on his promise of police immunity.  We'll take a closer look at the Harris-Walz Housing plan with the President and CEO of the National Housing Conference. The exonerated five is suing Donald Trump for defamation for his comments during the presidential debate.  In other news, the former Kentucky police officer who contributed to Breonna Taylor's death is back on trial.  Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox  http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platforms covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last weekend the Texas Impact team had a chance to hang out with a hundred Texans of faith representing congregations from across North Texas, and y'all the vibes were real. People were excited to hear from faith leaders talking about what they are doing to engage people this election season. They heard from non-profits and voting officials giving tips, tools and resources to help engage their community. This week, we are bringing you the Faith Leader Panel from the North Texas Faith Votes event. Joining Scott on stage was Robyn Carafoil with Temple Shalom, a Past President of the Temple's Sisterhood, and a current member of the Board of Trustees. Rev. Danielle Ayers, Pastor of Justice at Friendship West Baptist Church, a 12,000 member church in Dallas. Danielle is  a devoted author, preacher, and teacher, and a Texas Impact Board Member. Finally, Rev. Cathy Sweeney, Associate Pastor of Adult Discipleship at Arapaho United Methodist Church. Cathy, a former real estate developer, now dedicates her life to non profit work supporting people experiencing homelessness and poverty and promoting racial reconciliation. Watch the panel and presentations from Dallas County Elections, ACLU and Ride2VoteAware on Texas Impact's Youtube channel.

This week's "Represent You" Edition features the Multi-Talented, Award-Winning, Singer, Songwriter, Actress, & Voice Over Artist, Stephanie D. Sanders. She is back and in addition to sharing with us what she has been up to, she's also sharing her latest single, "Represent You." A Gospel song with a Hip Hop vibe to it, that talks about how we should represent our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Stephanie also talks about her recent Newsome Awards she's won and the enormous honor it was to recognized for her many God-given talents. PLUS, we've got a dynamic and powerful Thought of the Week from none other than Luminary and Pastor, Dr. Frederick Douglas Haynes III; Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. Who's also been a guest on the podcast. (Church & Politics Episode) In this week's episode we share an excerpt of a empowering message he delivered entitled, "I'm Not Back, I'm Better." This is definitely a power-packed message that talks about the resiliency and determination of the Child of God. We hope you enjoy this week's episode of the podcast, and do us a favor and share it with your co-workers, neighbors, family and friends. Help us get spread the good news about the Thinking Out Loud Radio Show. Available Everywhere You Get Your Podcasts! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-s-nimmons/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-s-nimmons/support

In this episode Shannan interviews Rhonda as she talks about her moment of stillness during the onset of COVID-19. This screeching halt in her life is when she realize just how much of a people pleaser she really was. It was during this time she was faced with a situation that let her to stand her ground and finally put herself first. It was at that moment that she realized just how good it felt to say "no" and was the onset of her setting healthy boundaries. Through this self discovery Rhonda was able to lead her life into expansion and she is here to tell you just how!! Rhonda J. Hughes Information: Roles/Titles:   Mother, Wife, Graduate, Entrepreneur, Certified Master Life Coach, Public Servant & Author   Queen of Light- Keeping myself L.I.T. (Living Intentionally Today) and others by assisting them in recognizing the power they possess within.  Rhonda  teaches manifestation,  meditation practices, inspires others through creativity and by helping them to refine their intentions by living in the present moment optimistically.   Rhonda hailed from humble beginnings by the parents of Ronald G. Murphy & Eva Winell Tate-Murphy. She is Texas born and raised with a total of 5 siblings. She is a wife and the mother of two.  Rhonda serves as a member of Friendship West Baptist Church led by Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III.  Rhonda received her B.S. in Organizational Management from Paul Quinn College in Dallas, Texas.  During her time at PQC she played on the women's basketball team, pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and earned the distinguished title of MS. Paul Quinn College.  She earned her Executive Master's of Business Administration from Texas Woman's University-graduate with honors in 2008.   Rhonda is a successful business woman and leader with careers that have included; Practice Management for a privately-owned Cosmetic Dermatology practice, she has served as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative,  and currently serving as a Public Servant  & Regional Program Manager for the United States federal government.  Rhonda is an entrepreneur. She is the Owner, Founder,  Master Chandler and Creative Energy Optimizer (C.E.O.) of Too Lit Candles and More, LLC as well as Visionary, Ownerfounder, Founder and Co-Host of the podcast Absolutely Positively Sis podcast.  Rhonda is also a Certified Master Life Coach and will be soon launching her coaching platform.   Rhonda'a hobbies include spending quality time with family, outdoors adventures, socializing with other queens, thrifting,  writing and affirming positive intent. Rhonda has a true love for her culture and uplifting the heritage among her community.  She does this by being true and intune to her intentions daily.  She has coined the phrase Nama Stay L.I.T. to remind others to live in the NOW by Living Intentionally Today. and to help others refine their intentions positively.   Active Social Media Links   Too Lit Candles and More, LLC Website under progress Instagram: https://instagram.com/2litcandles?igshid=ZDc4ODBmNjlmNQ== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079784737567&mibextid=ZbWKwL Absolutely Positively Sis the Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/absolutelypositivelysis?igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082978652469&mibextid=ZbWKwL   CONNECT WITH ME: Website Facebook IG Email- info@shannanmondor.com   When you have faith in yourself you will have fulfilment in all areas of your life! See you next week and blessing to all!!!     

In a historic transition of power, the renowned civil rights organization, established by the Reverend Jesse Jackson in 1984, has announced new leadership. Dallas Pastor Frederick Douglass Haynes III, who leads Friendship-West Baptist Church, has been appointed as the organization's new head. The momentous occasion was celebrated during a special event held at the Apostolic Church of God in Chicago, paying tribute to Reverend Jackson's life and legacy. Amidst an atmosphere charged with enthusiasm and reverence, Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a heartfelt speech honoring Reverend Jackson's contributions to the civil rights movement and his enduring impact on American society. She also spoke about her personal relationship with Dr. Haynes. "It is my joy to congratulate Reverend Dr. Freddy Haynes. I have known him and worked with him for over 20 years, including when we worked together years and years ago in the early days of the criminal justice reform movement. And I am so confident in his leadership and his ability to carry on the greatest traditions of this organization and to meet the challenges of this moment," she said. The vice president underscored the importance of continuing Jackson's mission of equality, justice, and empowerment. "We celebrate one of America's greatest patriots, someone who deeply believes in the promise of our country, a fighter for freedom and human rights for all people. At the core of Rev's work is the belief that the diversity of our nation is not a weakness or an afterthought, but instead, our greatest strength," Harris added. Pastor Frederick Douglass Haynes III, widely respected for his unwavering commitment to social justice and equality, has long been recognized as a leading voice within the civil rights community. As the leader of Friendship-West Baptist Church, Haynes has demonstrated his dedication to uplifting marginalized communities and advocating for systemic change. His appointment to the Rainbow PUSH Coalition signifies a new chapter in its history, aligning with the organization's core principles of empowering the disenfranchised and fighting against racial injustice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Keisha Williams-Lankford is a Dallas Native, born and raised in Oak Cliff(District 30) and proud wife of Dr. Oliver Lankford, mother of 4, and GiGi of 5. Dr. Keisha Williams Lankford is an educator and community leader with a passion to inspire and empower youth and families! ​ Her life purpose and mission drives her to educate and demonstrate how to overcome obstacles, avoid unnecessary stress, and give the love our world needs. A consummate leader, Dr. Lankford is the co-founder and director of The Avenue P.R.C., INC. and Lankford Avenue, LLC with her soulmate, Dr. Oliver Lankford, Co-founder and director. Lankford Avenue provides classes on family violence prevention, anger management, Drug Treatment & Assessments, DWI, Theft, for youth and adults. ​ Dr. Lankford is committed to her community. She taught Criminal Justice for 18 years @ Yvonne A. Ewell Townview center and 13 years as a Sociology Professor. Over the years, Lankford Avenue has sponsored dozens of events to provide the community with access to vital resources. Dr. K. Lankford serves as Secretary and Trustee of The Cedar Hill Independent School District, Board of Trustees and a candidate for U.S. Congress, District 30. Dedicated to planting seeds, Dr. Lankford has organized several events that positively impact the community. The Community AWARENESS events, Prevention Seminars all offered the community a wealth of knowledge, resources and services to end the cycle of hurt in the home and the community. ​ Friendship West Baptist Church, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Texas Association of School Boards and the NAACP are a few of the most notable organizations Dr. Lankford serves as a member of. Notable honors: Dr. Lankford is the proud recipient of the 2021 Dr. Pearl C. Anderson Award and the Outstanding Texan Award.

Alesia serves as the Advocacy Chair of the UNA Greater Detroit Chapter. She has served in that position since 2018. Before becoming affiliated with UNA-USA, Ms. Morris worked in Washington D.C. for former U.S. Senator Robert Kerry of Nebraska. She holds a Masters in International Business from the University of Texas – Dallas and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Nebraska – Omaha. Alesia has long been engaged with the not-for-profit community. In addition to UNA-USA, she has served on the Board of OWIT- Organization of Women in International Trade (Dallas-Fort Worth) and with Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, where she mentored young African-American women in what it takes to be successful in school, in business, and in life. In 2018, Alesia participated with UNA USA Greater Detroit chapter in the Universal Periodic Review Consultation on water rights in partnership with Ohio State University. They gathered information and recommendations to be included in the UNA USA Shadow report in preparation for the US to appear before the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva. In 2019, the chapter honored Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, the pediatrician that exposed the water crisis. UN Day 2020, UNA USA Greater Detroit acknowledged Doing Watershed Coalition for their work regarding the water crisis. In the midst of the pandemic, Ms. Morris was able to bring together organizations and individuals that represent all seventeen Sustainable Development Goals throughout the state of Michigan for United Nations Day 2020 (UNA USA Greater Detroit and UNA USA Greater Lansing chapter) an event that featured former United Nations Ambassador Andrew Young.

Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, senior pastor, Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX as one of the featured speakers of the African American Preaching Conference held at Truett Seminary.  

The GOP is divided over Covid vaccines. CNN Political Commentator Ana Navarro and Former Adviser to George W. Bush and John McCain, Mark McKinnon reflect on the danger of politicizing the pandemic.  President Joe Biden is facing pressure to do more to confront GOP efforts to restrict voting rights. Former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke and Rev. Frederick Haynes from the Friendship-West Baptist Church, in Texas, join to discuss whether Biden is doing enough to protect Black and disenfranchised voters.  CNN Medical Analyst Jonathan Reiner discusses Covid booster shots for vulnerable Americans and whether vaccinated individuals should mask up indoors. After, Betty Antoine, a mother whose son died of Covid-19 after refusing to get vaccinated, comes on the show to urge viewers to receive a Covid vaccine.  The Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremony commenced in an empty stadium with no fans. Retired Olympic athletes Nadia Comaneci and Bart Conner join to share their perspective on the event.  Finally, New York Times Cybersecurity Correspondent & Tech Reporter Sheera Frenkel joins to discuss her new book on Facebook's crises and aim for domination.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

March 1, 2021: Weekly Witness: COVID-19/Public Health featuring Ankit Sanghavi from Texas Health Institute and Mona Kafeel from Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation. Including Rev. Danielle Ayers from Friendship West Baptist Church for our Bringing it Home Segment, and Josh Houston for our Legislative Update and Action Alert. 

Friendship West Baptist Church Dallas, TX, on the frontline helping the community after the winter storm, SNAP Program, FEMA Covid death hit 500k, Ted Cruz doing damage control & more... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whouwithcurtdog/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whouwithcurtdog/support

White Supremacists showed up at Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whouwithcurtdog/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whouwithcurtdog/support

Recruiting Election Workers Panel featuring, Rev. Danielle Ayers and Cynthia White from Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas.

The racist actions of a "Back the Blue" caravan at Friendship West Baptist Church spurs the Oak Cliff community into action. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this next episode the fellas have sisters @Tannahtaughtyou of @HearYePodcast and @nnenna_xoxo owner of @nextplayevents_ to discuss Meg Thee Stallion and her new single "WAP" with Cardi B, Women Being Supported By Men, the recent event at Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, Growing up In a Nigerian Household and much more! Tune In and Don't Forget to Rate, Review & Subscribe Artist Spotlight: @theflowersguy - "Married To My Pain Freestyle" @RobMarkman - "Easy Money Sniper" Feat. @doemanxdyna x @dviousmindz @lokowarbucks - "Not A Trend"

Strange Fruit cast having a chat about the latest incidents happening in America.

As we fastly approach the Michigan Primaries taking place Aug 4th, we thought it would be a good idea to go over some of the key races to watch, as well as discuss who could possibly be Joe Biden's Pick for VP. He's already gone on record saying that he plans to pick a female VP, and it could quite possibly be a woman of color. And, there are definitely several great women of color to pick from. We talk about who that could be during tonight's show. We also talk about can Trump withhold federal dollars from schools if they don't reopen in the fall? We share with you the facts as well as our thoughts. And, we also talk a little sports. With the three professional league returning to play soon, what are they doing to mark this moment in history? We plan to discuss this and a lot more during tonight's show.  PLUS, we have a dynamic Thought of the Week, coming from one of our nation's most preeminent, thought-provoking scholars and intellectuals, Dr. Frederick Douglas Haynes III, former guest of the show, and Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church. He delivered a powerful sermon over the weekend entitled, "Since We're Woke, We Might As Well Do The Work!" I know this message is going to bless you. We hope you tune in tonight, because we definitely have a power-packed show in store. 

Scott was joined by two Baptist ministers from the Dallas-area-Danielle Ayers, Minister of Justice at Friendship West Baptist Church and Heather Musain Minister of Missions and Advocacy at Wilshire Baptist Church for the second in our Weekly Witness series, “No One can be Silent: Conversations on Racial Justice” featuring dialogues on racial justice among clergy of different races from the same faith tradition.

Tonight's show we want to share you with you PT. 1 of "The State of Christian Hip Hop, " featuring guest paneilists CHH Artists: Dice Gamble, Stephen Swig, Double ATL, Goodson, B-Rut, Deandre Burns and hosted and co=hosted by yours truly and Lyricist & Poet Ty Scott King. The original purpose of this forum was to discuss the evolution and the growth of Christian Hip Hop, but in light of the recent events surrounding the death of George Floyd at the hands of the Racist White Police Officer David Chauvin, wo could not in good conscious proceed with this forum without addressing what is going on in America. This was truly a ground breaking discussion and we will be sharing with you PT. 1 of this dicussion during tonigh's show.  You still have time to watch the video of this forum on our newly re-branded Thinking Out Loud TV Youtube Channel. (http://www.youtube.com/thinkingoutloudtv)  We also will be sharing our thoughts durning tonight's show about what is going on in this country and what can be done to restore some since of normalcy in this country,. We also plan to share with you an excerptt from of a powerful sermon to American delivered by Dr. Freddy Haynes; Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX entitled "We Can't Breathe, But We Got a Second Wind." This powerful message will be tonigh'ts Thought of the Week. We have got another great show in store for you. Be sure to tune in tonight at 8pm. 

Bishop Swan discusses the link between white evangelicalism and white supremacy with Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III, pastor of the Friendship West Baptist Church, Dallas, TX The post Spoken Word Radio Broadcast: White Evangelicalism/White Supremacy Part 2 appeared first on Bishop Talbert Swan.

Min. Danielle Ayers of Friendship West Baptist Church joins us to talk about the recent Courts & Ports Advocacy Intensive as well as broader immigration issues.

Tonight at 8 pm we continue with our discussion of the subject of "Politics & the Church: The 21st Century Role of the Minister" with intellectual luminary Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes III, Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. If you thought last week's show was great, what until you here the conclusion of this power-packed conversation dealing with Pres. Trump, the White Evangelicals, the Black Pastor meeting with Trump, and a whole lot more.  This is a very penetrating and compelling question that I'm sure is on the minds of many ministers and pastors who want to know what they should be doing in this volatile political climate in America.  During the 1960s the Black Church was the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement and leaders like Dr. King used the church as the platform to move the mission and objectives of the Civil Rights Movement further. What should churches be doing today to move the agenda of Black America in Washington, DC? What should Black pastors be doing today to move the agenda of Black America forward in Washington, DC? How should they interact with leadership at the White House? Or, is there even a need today for churches and pastors to be engaged in Washington as we were back in the 1960s? These are just some of the questions that we plan to discuss during our interview with Dr. Frederick Haynes-  a proven spiritual and social leader who continues to masterfully and skillfully combine the two to illustrate the necessity of having both components in the 21st Church's mission statement.  Plus, we also to discuss the question of are coming to the end of the Mueller Investigation, Kareem Hunt situation and when are Black Male Athletes going to learn, and would you buy shoes from PALESSI? We plan to discuss all this, plus a whole lot more during tonight's show. 

This is going to be the first in a series of shows we plan to have with several prominent pastors and ministers dealing with the subject of "Politics & the Church: The 21st Century Role of the Minister." This is a very penetrating and compelling question that I'm sure is on the minds of many ministers and pastors who want to know what they should be doing in this volatile political climate in America.  During the 1960s the Black Church was the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement and leaders like Dr. King used the church as the platform to move the mission and objectives of the Civil Rights Movement further. What should churches be doing today to move the agenda of Black America in Washington, DC? What should Black pastors be doing today to move the agenda of Black America forward in Washington, DC? How should they interact with leadership at the White House? Or, is there even a need today for churches and pastors to be engaged in Washington as we were back in the 1960s? These are just some of the questions that we plan to discuss during our interview with Dr. Frederick Haynes-Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX; a proven spiritual and social leader who continues to masterfully and skillfully combine the two to illustrate the necessity of having both components in the 21st Church's mission statement.  Plus, we have a number of hot topics to discuss during our "What Are You Thing About" segment; including Gospel Artist Detrick Haddon's Christmas song entitled "Let's Make Love On Christmas" and it is really a Gospel song or an R&B song from a Gospel Artist? We have a clip of the song on our Thinking Out Loud Radio Show Facebook Fan Page. Check it out and let us know what you think. Remember, you can visit our Facebook Fan Page, listen to the show, subscribe, share and much more right from our website www.MichaelNimmons.com.

Tune in to Weekly Witness today for an important panel discussion about climate change. The panelists include Dr. Frederick Haynes, III from Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, Dr. Asante Todd from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary and Adrian Shelley from Public Citizen. Texas Impact's Josh Houston will also include a legislative update for the week. 

Tonight at 8 pm we continue with our discussion of the subject of "Politics & the Church: The 21st Century Role of the Minister" with intellectual luminary Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes III, Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. If you thought last week's show was great, what until you here the conclusion of this power-packed conversation dealing with Pres. Trump, the White Evangelicals, the Black Pastor meeting with Trump, and a whole lot more.  This is a very penetrating and compelling question that I'm sure is on the minds of many ministers and pastors who want to know what they should be doing in this volatile political climate in America.  During the 1960s the Black Church was the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement and leaders like Dr. King used the church as the platform to move the mission and objectives of the Civil Rights Movement further. What should churches be doing today to move the agenda of Black America in Washington, DC? What should Black pastors be doing today to move the agenda of Black America forward in Washington, DC? How should they interact with leadership at the White House? Or, is there even a need today for churches and pastors to be engaged in Washington as we were back in the 1960s? These are just some of the questions that we plan to discuss during our interview with Dr. Frederick Haynes-  a proven spiritual and social leader who continues to masterfully and skillfully combine the two to illustrate the necessity of having both components in the 21st Church's mission statement.  Plus, we also to discuss the question of are coming to the end of the Mueller Investigation, Kareem Hunt situation and when are Black Male Athletes going to learn, and would you buy shoes from PALESSI? We plan to discuss all this, plus a whole lot more during tonight's show. 

Tonight at 8 pm we continue with our discussion of the subject of "Politics & the Church: The 21st Century Role of the Minister" with intellectual luminary Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes III, Pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. If you thought last week's show was great, what until you here the conclusion of this power-packed conversation dealing with Pres. Trump, the White Evangelicals, the Black Pastor meeting with Trump, and a whole lot more.  This is a very penetrating and compelling question that I'm sure is on the minds of many ministers and pastors who want to know what they should be doing in this volatile political climate in America.  During the 1960s the Black Church was the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement and leaders like Dr. King used the church as the platform to move the mission and objectives of the Civil Rights Movement further. What should churches be doing today to move the agenda of Black America in Washington, DC? What should Black pastors be doing today to move the agenda of Black America forward in Washington, DC? How should they interact with leadership at the White House? Or, is there even a need today for churches and pastors to be engaged in Washington as we were back in the 1960s? These are just some of the questions that we plan to discuss during our interview with Dr. Frederick Haynes-  a proven spiritual and social leader who continues to masterfully and skillfully combine the two to illustrate the necessity of having both components in the 21st Church's mission statement.  Plus, we also to discuss the question of are coming to the end of the Mueller Investigation, Kareem Hunt situation and when are Black Male Athletes going to learn, and would you buy shoes from PALESSI? We plan to discuss all this, plus a whole lot more during tonight's show. 

This is going to be the first in a series of shows we plan to have with several prominent pastors and ministers dealing with the subject of "Politics & the Church: The 21st Century Role of the Minister." This is a very penetrating and compelling question that I'm sure is on the minds of many ministers and pastors who want to know what they should be doing in this volatile political climate in America.  During the 1960s the Black Church was the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement and leaders like Dr. King used the church as the platform to move the mission and objectives of the Civil Rights Movement further. What should churches be doing today to move the agenda of Black America in Washington, DC? What should Black pastors be doing today to move the agenda of Black America forward in Washington, DC? How should they interact with leadership at the White House? Or, is there even a need today for churches and pastors to be engaged in Washington as we were back in the 1960s? These are just some of the questions that we plan to discuss during our interview with Dr. Frederick Haynes-Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX; a proven spiritual and social leader who continues to masterfully and skillfully combine the two to illustrate the necessity of having both components in the 21st Church's mission statement.    Plus, we have a number of hot topics to discuss during our "What Are You Thing About" segment; including Gospel Artist Detrick Haddon's Christmas song entitled "Let's Make Love On Christmas" and it is really a Gospel song or an R&B song from a Gospel Artist? We have a clip of the song on our Thinking Out Loud Radio Show Facebook Fan Page. Check it out and let us know what you think. Remember, you can visit our Facebook Fan Page, listen to the show, subscribe, share and much more right from our website www.MichaelNimmons.com. 

This is going to be the first in a series of shows we plan to have with several prominent pastors and ministers dealing with the subject of "Politics & the Church: The 21st Century Role of the Minister." This is a very penetrating and compelling question that I'm sure is on the minds of many ministers and pastors who want to know what they should be doing in this volatile political climate in America.  During the 1960s the Black Church was the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement and leaders like Dr. King used the church as the platform to move the mission and objectives of the Civil Rights Movement further. What should churches be doing today to move the agenda of Black America in Washington, DC? What should Black pastors be doing today to move the agenda of Black America forward in Washington, DC? How should they interact with leadership at the White House? Or, is there even a need today for churches and pastors to be engaged in Washington as we were back in the 1960s? These are just some of the questions that we plan to discuss during our interview with Dr. Frederick Haynes-Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, TX; a proven spiritual and social leader who continues to masterfully and skillfully combine the two to illustrate the necessity of having both components in the 21st Church's mission statement.  Plus, we have a number of hot topics to discuss during our "What Are You Thing About" segment; including Gospel Artist Detrick Haddon's Christmas song entitled "Let's Make Love On Christmas" and it is really a Gospel song or an R&B song from a Gospel Artist? We have a clip of the song on our Thinking Out Loud Radio Show Facebook Fan Page. Check it out and let us know what you think. Remember, you can visit our Facebook Fan Page, listen to the show, subscribe, share and much more right from our website www.MichaelNimmons.com.