In Memoriam: Dr. Ifeoma Kwesi
With Spiritual Formation being one of the first courses taken by theology majors at Oakwood University, Dr. Ifeoma Kwesi’s class was likely the first place I crossed paths with many […]
Are We Ignoring Black Dermatologists in the Skincare Conversation About Melanated Skin?Conversation?
Since I’m already on the subject of skincare, having just come across Naomi Osaka’s brand (see my post on Substack), I found myself reflecting on a recurring discussion I’ve had when […]
Choreographing the Revolution: Kendrick Lamar, the Crip Walk, and the Politics of Performance
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show has sparked widespread debate. Some found it entertaining and uplifting, while others dismissed it as boring and lackluster. What follows is not a critique […]
Haitian Adventists & Halloween
Whether Halloween or anything similar was ever discussed during my childhood in Haiti in the 1980s is not something that immediately comes to mind. I have no early memories of […]
Communion Reflection: From Personal Preparation to Collective Unity
It was Communion Sabbath. I donned a large white bowtie, the same one I first wore for my ordination in 2022-a purchase from Etsy that turned out larger than anticipated. But […]
A Socio-Political Eulogy for September 11
I remember. On September 11, 2001, I was in the lobby of CUNY’s York College, likely taking courses during that fall semester as a major in computer science. I didn’t have […]
Unforgettable Moments of the 2024 Olympics: Heroes, Controversies, and New Beginnings
The 2024 Olympics have come and gone, leaving us with moments that left a lasting impression. There are so many to recall. One standout is Simone Biles, who secured three […]
Beyond the Tableau: Rethinking Christian Responses to the 2024 Olympics
Last week, the world was abuzz with reactions to the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics, an event that has elicited strong opinions from various religious leaders and communities. Among […]
Kamala Harris and the $50 Million Question
Kamala Harris is qualified to be President of the United States. As of today, it is reported that supporters have “raised nearly $50 million just hours after Vice President Kamala […]
The Worries of a Father
A father worries a lot. I never truly comprehended the depth of this sentiment until I became a father myself. There was no reason to ponder this aspect of parenthood […]