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Breaking Barriers: The Legacy of Maxton’s First Black Woman Mayor, Lillie McKoy

For over a century, Maxton, North Carolina, was led exclusively by white mayors. That all changed in 1996 when Lillie McKoy shattered barriers to become the town’s first Black woman mayor. Serving from 1996 to 2008, Mayor McKoy paved the way for future leaders and left an indelible mark on the community. Her groundbreaking election […]

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Women’s History Month: Exploring the Rich History of Maxton, NC

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we must recognize the contributions of women, especially those whose stories remain untold. Throughout history, women have played essential roles in shaping communities, industries, and movements, yet many of their names remain unknown. This is particularly true for Black women, whose achievements history often overshadows, misrepresents, or completely erases.

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“Poor, Fat, and Christian: Living Out Faith”

Poor, Fat, and Christian: Embracing Faith Amid Life’s Challenges Faith, identity, and the messy intersections of life shape how we see ourselves and navigate the world. Today, we explore three challenging aspects: poverty, body image, and faith. How do they coexist? More importantly, how can we find grace within them? The Weight of Poverty Poverty

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Stand Up

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, we gather to reflect upon a powerful passage from the book of Ezekiel, Chapter 2, verses 1 to 5. In this passage, the Lord speaks directly to the prophet Ezekiel, commanding him to stand up and receive His words. “He said to me, ‘Son of man, stand up

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