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- Publishing The Positive - Volume 34, Issue 1 January—2013
GRO-FAITH Ministries Magazine
Psalm 107:21
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President/Editor Alberta W. Curtis Minters
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From The Editor
GRAMS of FAITH—Published monthly by Alberta W. Curtis Minters since 1980; designed to share the good news of our Savior, His concern for us, and the miracles that He performs in our lives. Church and community news, testimonies, letters to the editor—welcome. Contributions are greatly appreciated. PLEASE submit information for publication (via email if possible) by the 15th of the month. Mail checks/money orders/correspondence to:
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Contributing Writers
SGM Tracey Anbiya Sharon Copeland Elizabeth Eccles Margaret Mack
Attorney Eric Moody Dr. Daisy Murphy
Viola Myrick
On The Cover: “Winter Scene” Watercolor by Editor
Greetings to GRAMS readers!!
Thank God for this New Year:
With it comes an opportunity
To start anew—clean…
Yes, we have another chance
To leave old habits behind
By embracing that which gives us
Peace of mind:
Which comes with drawing closer
To our Father each day
And depending on Him
To show us The Way…
For His Way...His Will…
His Word, we know
Will take us in the direction
That we need to go
The direction that points
To our Savior and King
The giver of EVERY
Good and perfect thing!!
And so as we embark
On this brand
new year,
Let us walk with
our Savior
Who is ever near!!
Until next time,
Alberta W. C. Minters
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GRAMS of FAITH - Publishing The Positive -
VOLUME 34, ISSUE 1
4 From The Editor
6 First Baptist Church, Berkley
Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church The Church of the Living God CFC Providence United Church of Christ
7 Attorney Moody: “It’s The Law”
Women Empowered in the Millennium
8 New Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church
9 Divine Baptist Church
8 Let’s Learn More About Black History Tribute to Sunny Brook School Deceased
10 Officers Honored at New Mt. Olive
11 Dr. William Gibson, ISGI Board Member
12 Officer’s Day At Rehoboth
13 Thoughts For The New Year
14 Veterans Honored at New Mt. Olive
15 Recipe: BBQ Pork
16 Birthdays and Anniversaries
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You are invited to join us! Sunday: Early Morning Worship - 8 a.m.
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
Mid-Morning Worship - 11 a.m.
Children’s Worship - 11 a.m.
Each Third Sunday - 6 p.m. “Strength For Living”
Monday: Celebrate Recovery - 7 p.m.
Tuesday: Brown Bag Bible Study (BBBS) - 12 Noon
Bible Study - 7 p.m.
Wednesday - 7 p.m. Christian Fitness
COMING TO FIRST BAPTIST IN MARCH
A Music Workshop
Writing God Songs with David M. Edwards & Tanya
Riches from Hillsong Church, Australia
March 1-2, 2013
For more information, please visit the Regent University
web site.
First Baptist Church, Berkley 706 E. Berkley Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23523 (757) 543-4296
Web Site: www.fbcberkley.org Dr. W.D. Tyree, III, Pastor
Providence United Church of Christ 2200 Vicker Avenue Chesapeake, VA 23324
Phone: (757) 545-8347 Rev. Dr. Isaac L. McDonald, Pastor
Wednesday, January 9 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
FAMILY HOUR OF POWER BIBLE STUDY
Sunday, January 13 at 10 a. m.
Baptism of Jesus
Baptism of confirmands
Sunday, January 20 at 3 p.m.
GOVERNOR'S MARCH
January 18 - 25
Week of prayer for CHRISTIAN UNITY
Sunday, January 27 at 2 p.m.
Guest of New Hope UCC, Norfolk, Virginia
Installation of Officers
PLEASE JOIN US WEEKLY
SUNDAY SCHOOL AT 8:45 A.M.
MORNING WORSHIP AT 10 A.M.
BIBLE STUDY AFTER WORSHIP
"PRECEPTS FOR LIVING"
(2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays)
CHILDREN’S CHURCH
(3RD AND 4TH SUNDAYS)
MONDAY: FOOD BANK MINISTRY 11 A.M. - 1 P.M.
MEN'S FELLOWSHIP - 7:30 P.M.
THIRD TUESDAY: WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP - 6:30 P.M.
WEDNESDAY: PRAYER/MEDITATIONS - 12 NOON
FAMILY HOUR OF POWER BIBLE STUDY - 7 P.M.
The Church of The Living God Center for Change 1105 Portlock Road
Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 494-3555
Elder Sarah Eason Williams
Pastor
Sunday School - 8:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
Elder Williams (pictured with husband Melvin) will be
celebrating her SeventhSeventhSeventh Year Year Year as Pastor this month.
Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church
Dr. William Chatman, Pastor 141 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 547-7393
January 9 at 7 p.m. Lit t le Zion wi l l worship with New Weeping Mary
Missionary Baptist Church.
Host Pastor – Dr. John C. Smith
Sunday, January 20 at 2p.m. Lit t le Zion wi l l worship wi th New Rose of Sharon
Missionary Baptist Church.
Host Pastor - Dr. James Edwards III
Monday, January 21 at 8:30 a.m. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer Breakfast
Sunday, January 27 at 2 p.m. Little Zion will worship with St. Luke A.M.E. Church.
Host Pastor - Rev. H. Powell
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With the be-
ginning of the
new year we
make resolu-
tions to lose
weight, get fit,
abandon bad
habits, adopt
good ones, and
even to "turn over a new leaf" about a lot
of things. Some resolutions we keep, and
so often, some we don't.
Since you're reading this article, you have
been blessed with the gift of life to see the
year 2013! Congratulations! We don't de-
serve what has been given to us, it is God's
grace...His unearned favor.
Let's consider a resolution to take time
each day in the coming year to express
thanks to God for his goodness and to oth-
ers for His glory. The Psalmist declared
that "I will bless the Lord at all times, His
praise shall continually be in my
mouth." (Psalms 34:1) How about a special
time each day? When we first open our
eyes in the morning, or when we pause
over a meal at midday, or as we fall asleep
at night, are all excellent opportunities to
regularly acknowledge our gratitude for
the countless things He does for us.
Another good resolution for 2013 would
be to regularly tune into "The Hampton
Roads Show" on the third Saturday morn-
ing of the month when Attorney Eric
Moody will give legal advice on air. His
next appearance will be on January 19 at 7
am on WKUS, 92.1 FM, and replayed on
102.9 FM, 105.3 FM, and 107.7 FM on
Sunday January 20 at 9:00 am. He has
over thirty six years of experience as a
lawyer and he has even served as a judge.
Also, Hampton University features
the attorney in a program on their campus
radio station, WHOV 88.1 FM, on the first
Thursday of the month, this
month on January 3 at Noon, for a live legal
question and answer program with Cheryl
Wilkerson called "It's The Law." For those
out of town, the programs can be heard
streaming live at the following web sites: http://www.kissfmvirginia.com/pages/
hamptonroadsweekly.html
http://www.103jamz.com/pages/
hamptonroadsweekly.html
www.1053hitmusic.com/main.html
WMOV-FM - Movin' 107-7 107.7 FM Norfolk, VA -
Listen Online
WHOV 88.1 FM - The Essence of Hampton University-
Turn over a "legal leaf", learn some law in 2013!!!
Women Empowered in the Millennium, Inc.
Elder Dr. Angela L. Corprew-Boyd Founder
P.O. Box 15142 (757) 237-6961 Chesapeake, VA 23328
www.angieboydministries.org
Women Empowered in the Millennium, Inc.
12th Annual
Returning to Your First Love Retreat February 15-17, 2013
Hilton Garden Inn—Kitty Hawk, NC
RETREAT EVENTS: Morning Glory, Preaching, Teaching
& Meditation in the Word, Prayer, Praise & Worship,
Various Workshops, Releasing and Impartation, Nature
Walks on the Beach, Self-Discovery, Shopping & More
Contact: [email protected]
Phone 757-237-1100 or 757-237-6961.
**Register online at www.angieboydministries.org
**RETREAT COST $300.00 / EARLY BIRD $275.00
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In Loving Memory of the Newtown, Connecticut
Sunny Brook School Deceased
By Dr. Daisy M. Murphy
Oh how deeply did our hearts pierce, When darkness moved in so fierce.
Coming unexpectedly from a place unknown, Where in sin and sadness hate had grown.
In spite of such horrible and tremendous waste,
To the love of God and His Word we must make haste. Only through the brightness of His light, Can we move forward to win this fight.
God is still on the throne doing what is right, Come now, let us ask Him for clearer sight.
Despite personal tragedies and surrounding gloom, In our hearts, we must all leave God room.
If we allow Him, His love like a broom,
Will sweep away and gradually remove the doom. No matter what life causes you to face,
With God on your side you will win the race.
Remember that through Christ, we can do all things, So look up and embrace what this new year brings. Chances to love each other more and do God’s will,
Chances His purpose for our lives to fulfill.
New Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church
1953 Campostella Road
Chesapeake, VA 23324
Phone: (757) 545-5993 (757) 545-6566
Rev. Ira K. McMillan, Jr., Pastor
Monday, January 21 at 9:30 a.m.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Breakfast in
the Rev. James Johnson Dining Facility
Sunday, January 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Trustee Board Anniversary
Let’s Learn More
About Black History
Who created the African-American holiday, Kwanzaa?
The answer can be found elsewhere in this issue.
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DIVINE BAPTIST CHURCH INVITES YOU TO OUR
150TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION “Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations.” Psalm 90:1
The following is the date, time, church & Minister for each day:
Wednesday, February 6, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m. Canaan Baptist Church – Rev. Vernon Hairston
Wednesday, February 13, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m. Pleasant Grove Baptist Church – Rev. Stephon Johnson
Saturday, February 16, 2013, Anniversary Banquet @ 6:00 p.m. Chesapeake Conference Center
Chaplain (Major) Willie Mashack, U. S. Army
Sunday, February 17, 2013 @ 10:45 a.m. Divine Baptist Church- Chaplain Willie Mashack
DR. TOMMY P. SMITH, PASTOR
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James Mur-
ray, who
pastors a
church in
Cleveland,
Ohio. Rev.
James Mur-
ray
acknowl-
edged how
his mother
always
made sure
they got to
church and
that she has
been a living example that they have always admired
and respected. Daughter, Evangelist Glenda Kelly,
presented her mother with a self designed framed art
work. Steward Moon had many grandchildren, rela-
tives and friends in attendance. Trustee Harvin’s
daughter, Rhonda Harvin, his sister, Elnor Edmonds,
brother-in-law, Raymond Edmonds, Sr., grand chil-
dren, relatives and friends were very proud to witness
this memorable occasion. His 13 year old grandson,
Kanaz Harvin, said his grandfather may not be a per-
fect person but has been the best grandfather to him
all of his life. Trustee Harvin was pinned with a bou-
tonnière and Steward Moon was presented with a
wrist corsage along with a bouquet of red roses. They
both received a plaque of appreciation, a monetary
gift and now carry the honored title, Emeritus.
Steward Emeritus Moon and Trustee Emeritus
Harvin expressed their gratitude to God that they were
given the opportunity to serve and be recognized for
their work. Pastor, Rev. Ira K. McMillan, Jr., affirmed
that they had truly been an asset to the church and his
ministry.
On Novem-
ber 11, 2012, at
2:00 p.m., New
Mt. Olive A.M.E.
Church held their
annual Installation
of Officers Ser-
vice and Special
Recognition Day.
The grand event
was focused on
honoring two faithful, trustworthy, dedicated, up-
right, and praise-
worthy officers,
Steward Mayrose
Murray Moon and
Trustee Robert
Harvin, Jr. Both
have served ac-
tively as members
and officers of
New Mt. Olive
A.M.E. Church
for many, many
years in various
capacities. Stew-
ard Moon and
Trustee Harvin
exemplify their
undeniable love
for God and their church through their work, attend-
ance, and support of church affairs even when health
issues slow them down. Guest preacher, Retired Pas-
tor, Rev. Charles L. Harvin, Sr., brother of Trustee
Harvin, brought the message fittingly entitled
“Actions Speak Louder than Words.”
Steward Moon was escorted by her devoted
daughter, Evangelist Glenda Kelly and her son, Rev.
OFFICERS HONORED AT NEW MT. OLIVE A.M.E. CHURCH
BY SHARON A. COPELAND
Trustee Moon, left, poses with daughter, Evangelist Glenda Kelly
Pictured l. to r.: Trustee Pro Tem, Roger Graves,
Pastor, Rev. Ira K. McMillan, Jr., Steward Pro Tem,
Lloyd Q. Copeland, brother-in law, Hiawathe Har-
ding, Trustee Mayrose Moon and her son, Rev.
James Murray.
Trustee Harvin, Jr. poses with grandson
Kanaz Harvin.
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The end of a
year is the time
to reflect on
persons who
have been a
blessing in our
lives and in the
lives of others.
This is the rea-
son the I. Sher-
man Greene
Chorale, Inc.
Board of Di-
rectors has chosen to pay homage to revered board
member, Dr. William (Bill) Gibson.
Dr. Gibson, a Portsmouth, VA native, is a prod-
uct of Portsmouth City Schools and a veteran of the
United States Armed Services. His education ac-
complishments include: graduate of I. C. Norcom
High School, Norfolk State University, Virginia
Commonwealth University, and Virginia Tech Uni-
versity. While enlisted in the Navy, he graduated
with honors from the United States Navy School of
Music. During his time in the Navy, his talents
earned him the honor of being named “Outstanding
Upcoming Jazz Bass Player” by Down Beat Jazz
Magazine.
Career accomplishments of William Gibson have
encompassed successful music appointments as the
first African-American band director at Cradock
High School in 1974 and in 1981, band director at
Manor High School. Additionally, Gibson held as-
sistant principal and principal positions in the
Portsmouth Public School System. Following his
retirement from Portsmouth’s New Direction Cen-
ter, he returned to his alma mater, Norfolk State
University, as an adjunct Professor in the Depart-
ment of Music.
Dr. Gibson is also a licensed minister who serves
as assistant minister at Saint John Baptist Church,
Portsmouth, where he has been a life-long member.
In spite of his battle with cancer in recent years,
Minister Gibson continued to bless the lives of el-
derly residents at Sentara Nursing Center, Ports-
mouth until his health prevented him from doing so
this past year.
Gibson’s illness has also prevented him from at-
tending the Chorale Board meetings, however, his
membership is cherished because he has been a de-
voted supporter of the board in past years. His com-
mitment was demonstrated when he recommended,
planned and chaired the first board Recognition
Banquet held at the Edmonds Center in Portsmouth.
Also, he regularly maintained a noteworthy dedica-
tion to the students in the Chorale.
The members of the board miss him and continue
to pray for him and his family. May God bless
them in 2013!
DR. WILLIAM GIBSON
I. Sherman Greene Chorale, Inc. Board Member
(Musician/Public School Music Educator/School Administrator/University Music Professor)
BY ELIZABETH ECCLES
And To Churches/Ministries/Entrepreneurs: Thanks for your “advertising support!”
We appreciate your faithfulness!
Thanks to Magazine Contributors Mrs. Marilyn Anderson, Mrs. Gloria Basnight, Mrs.
Yvonne Beamon, Mrs. Sonni Benn, Ms. Jane Blowe, Mrs.
Frances Brooks, Mrs. Mary E. Brooks, Ms. Sarah Brown,
Mrs. Deborah Butler, Mrs. Millicent Clark, Mrs. Wilella
Coker, Mrs. Carolyn Copeland, Mr. William Creekmore,
Miss Charlotte Creekmur, Mr. & Mrs. John Creekmur, Mrs.
Beverly Culpepper, Mrs. Blanche Duggins, A Friend, Mrs.
Elizabeth Eccles, Miss Iris Edwards, Mr. Sean Garwood,
Mrs. Juanita Harris, Mrs. Elnora Hayslett, Mrs. Tama John-
son, Mrs. Marie Jones, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Kidd, Mrs. Jose-
phine Linyear, Mrs. Joyce McDonald, Mr. & Mrs. Gene
Morris, Mrs. Elaine Lewis, Mr. Matthew Lewis, Mrs. Car-
ol McGee, Rev. Walter Mitchell, Mrs. Corene Moore, Mr.
Samuel Moore, Mrs. Elizabeth Mullen, Mrs. Amphia My-
rick, Mr. Clayton Odom, Mrs. Mary Bell Peacock, Mr. &
Mrs. James Pittman, Mrs. Barbara Pope, Ms. Jacquetta
Reid, Mrs. Cheryl Smith, Mrs. Mary Summerville, Mrs.
Joyce Vann, Mrs. JoAnn Watson, Mrs. Carolyn Wilson,
and Little Miss Katrina Wilson
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The Pastor and Board of Stewards of Rehoboth AME
Church held a RAMEC Officer’s Day Program on Sun-
day, December 9, 2012 at 2:00 P.M., with guest
church, New Mount Olive AMEC Ushers and the Male
Choir. The Rev. Charles Harvin, Retired Minister
spoke from the Theme: “Not too high and holy to
serve.” The current officers of the church were offi-
cially installed by Rev. Bernard T. Holmes, Pastor.
Special recognition was also given to two faithful and
dedicated officers. The Honorees were Trustees, Mrs.
Elinor Sutton Smith and Mr. John Winston Newbold.
They were each presented a Certificate of Appreciation
for Dedicated Service and a Gift Certificate. Mr. Lind-
say Cherry, guest soloist, saluted the Honorees with a
special tribute, “Lead Me, Guide Me All The Way.”
The Honorees and soloist received a standing ovation.
Mrs. Elinor Sutton Smith, the daughter of the late
Daniel H. Sutton Sr. and Ceanie Arrington Sutton, is a
native of Norfolk County, VA now Chesapeake, VA.
She received her early education in Norfolk County
Public Schools and later attended Elizabeth City State
Teachers College.
She joined Rehoboth AME Church at an early age.
Over fifty plus years, Mrs. Smith has served on: the
Board of Trustees, Board of Stewards, Pastor’s Aide,
Mason-Wright Missionary Society, Rehoboth’s Lay
Organization, Sunday School, the Senior Choir,
Finance and Stewardship Committee, the Hospitality
Committee, the Building Fund Committee, Stewardess-
es, Ways and Means Committee and the Organ Drive.
In addition to the Pastor, Mrs. Smith has served as
Chair of the Trustee Board and RAMEC Anniversary
programs. She is truly committed to the Lord
and Rehoboth AMEC.
For nineteen years, Mrs. Smith was em-
ployed as a School Bus Driver for Chesapeake
Public Schools and twenty-one years for
Portsmouth City Schools as a Bus Driver. She
retired in 1993. Mrs. Smith was the wife for
59 years of the late John E. Smith who served
as Trustee and Trustee Emeritus of Rehoboth.
They both have rendered service ‘beyond the
call of duty’ and have always supported the
ongoing programs. Her favorite scripture is:
“I can do all things through Christ which
strengtheneth me. Philippians 4:13
Mr. John Winston Newbold, son of the late
William Henry and Gladys Nixon Newbold, is a native
of Norfolk County, now Chesapeake, VA. He received
his early education in Norfolk County Public Schools.
He has been a faithful and dedicated member of Reho-
both African Methodist Episcopal Church for more
than fifty years.
Mr. Newbold has served on: the Board of Trustees,
the Finance Committee, and the Men’s Club and as
“Officer of the Day” of RAMEC. He was chosen
“Man of the Year” in 1995, served as Vice President
of the Men’s Club and was honored as one of the Sen-
ior Pillars of Rehoboth with 13 other seniors at the An-
nual Lay Day Program on October 6, 2005.
Mr. Newbold served in the United States Army
during the Korean War Conflict and received an
Honorable Discharge. In 1993, he retired with a total
of 37 Years of service with the U. S. Postal Service
GSA and the U.S. Coast Guard Base in Port Norfolk,
VA. He is married to Mrs. Shirley Smith Newbold
and they have two Daughters, Janel L. Newbold and
Renae Jones (Tyree); one Son John W. Newbold, Jr.,
(Nyree). Mr. Newbold loves his family, church family
and is very supportive of the ongoing programs of
RAMEC. His favorite scripture is Psalm 107:1. “O
GIVE thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his
mercy endureth forever.”
BY MARGARET MACK
Certificates of Appreciation were presented Honorees Smith and Newbold
presented by Pastor Holmes and Mrs. Mack
Rehoboth AME Church ● 405 Shell Road, Chesapeake, VA 23323 Rev. Bernard T. Holmes, Pastor
Rehoboth AMEC Steward Board
Mr. William Foreman II, Steward Pro tem ● Mr. Calvin McIlwain, Steward Mrs. Margaret C. Mack, Steward & Program Chair
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Dr. Maulana Karenga created the African-American holiday, Kwanzaa, in 1966.
Happy New Year! How many times have you heard those words, more importantly, have you ever taken the time to think about what they really mean to you personally? All too often we set goals, priorities and in some cases deadlines to start our new year and sometimes within months or even weeks we have convinced ourselves that now is not the time to start something new, too many other things going on right now is what we tell ourselves. Someone once said that insanity is doing the same things over and over, but yet expect-ing different results. None of us are insane, therefore, we can expect different results because we know that in order to achieve them we have to change what we are doing in both our personal and professional lives... As this new year takes its shape and form, take a moment and self-reflect. What is it that you want to accomplish this year and how will you accomplish it? Who is holding you accountable and who is depending on you? I don't be-lieve it's necessary to make resolutions, I believe that every day we should strive to make a difference in whatever way we can. I don't believe it's necessary to have a bucket list when you live life to the fullest and on purpose. I do believe that we need to be accountable to ourselves and others and when we say that we are going to do something we should do it. I believe that we owe it to others to share what we have learned and experienced so that their path is made a little easier. Last year is in the past, so are the hurts, hopelessness and habits that held us back. This year we won't allow our fears, faults, failures or frustrations to keep us from achieving our milestones, regardless of their size. We should commit to a healthier lifestyle and be thankful for our Family and Friends that we share our lives with. I was at a retirement ceremony once, and I heard the speaker say now that I am retiring I can be a better person in every area of my life. While we will probably have more time to do things we love, we should never put be-ing better to anyone or anything on hold for the perfect time. Let this be a year of action. A year where goals are accomplished, action will stand over inaction, and personal and professional growth will be the priority. And while you are moving up and on to bigger and better things in 2013, en-courage others to do the same through your example, counsel and mentorship. Take the time to listen and truly hear when you are having conversations with others and be in the moment; don't let your mind wander off with all the mil-lion other things that need to be done, give them your full attention. Celebrate your victories and rejoice with others when they celebrate their own! Give credit when it's due and give of yourself when you can.
Celebrate the New Year and the new you! And remember Nike's slogan, "Just Do It."
ABOUT THE AUTHOR SGM Tracey Estella Anbiya, a native of Chesapeake, Virginia, is Senior Enlisted Advisor for the Assistant Secretary of Army Installations, Ener-gy and Environment in Washington, DC. She and her husband, MSG Hakim Anbiya (U.S. Army, retired), are the parents of three children, Qa-dir, Qarima and Qarahn. Now in her 29th year of Active Federal Service with the Army, she is a member of M a c e d o n i a B a p t i s t C h u r c h (Chesapeake) where Dr. George Da-vis is pastor.
This article was written for the January/February issue of
THE COMMUNICATOR, and is reprinted with permission.
By Sergeant Major Tracey Anbiya
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By Sharon Copeland
The Annual Veter-
an’s Special Recognition
Day at New Mt. Olive
A.M.E. Church was held on
November 11, 2012 at 11:00
am. The guest speaker was
March Cromuel, Sr., a dea-
con at New Galilee Baptist
Church, Chesapeake, VA.
He is also a well known lo-
cal civil rights leader and
served as president of the
Chesapeake NAACP
(National Association for
the Advancement of Colored
People) for many years. His
message was centered on the
thought that “the battle is
not yours, it’s the Lord’s.” He shared the his-
tory of Veteran’s Day which started in 1918
and was initially known as
Armstice Day. Then he re-
minded us of the struggles of
biblical leaders such a Mo-
ses, Nehemiah & Gideon
and how they depended on
God for guidance and pro-
tection.
The distinguished list
of veterans at New Mt. Ol-
ive A.M.E. Church includes
the following : Charles
Brooks, Christopher T.
Brown, Henrico Brown,
*Matthew Brown, Jr., Mat-
thew Brown, III, Colin Cole-
man, *Benjamin Copeland,
Sr., Benjamin Copeland, Jr.,
Camilla A. Copeland, Lloyd
Q. Copeland, Marvin E. Copeland, Willie T.
Copeland, Raymond Edmonds,
Sr., Lisa Graves, Roger Graves,
*Andrew A. Gray, Robert
Harvin, Jr., Spencer McDougal,
Pastor Rev. Ira K. McMillan, Jr.,
Edward Odoms, Larry A. Parker,
Ruben Todd, Jr., *Lonnie Twine,
Bridgette Wilson, Garland Wil-
son, Sr., and Garland Wilson, Jr.
The hearfelt part of the
service came during the Roll Call
by Master Sergeant Lisa Graves.
Master Sergeant Graves began
calling the names of the veterans
at New Mt. Olive. When she
called the name of a recently de-
ceased veteran, Trustee Andrew
A. Gray, silence filled the air
when he did not respond. His named was
called three times, then “TAPS” was respect-
fully played. Veterans all
over the building were called
to attention and saluted. Eve-
ryone in the sanctuary stood
in reverence, honor and re-
spect for the fallen soldier,
Trustee Andrew A. Gray.
The purpose of Veterans’
Day as well as a strong ap-
preciation of Veteran’s be-
came real for all who experi-
enced this inspiring tribute.
Top Photo: Deacon March Cromuel,
Sr. and wife Ida.
Bottom Photo, l. to r.: Master Sergeant
Lisa Graves and AET, Petty Officer 2nd
Class Camilla A. Copeland
Photos by Sharon Copeland
*Veterans now deceased
At New Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church
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Submitted by Viola Myrick, Member
First Baptist Church, Berkley
cup butter
2 cups chopped onion
1 cups water
2 cups barbecue sauce
cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoons vinegar
Sprinkle pork with pepper and garlic salt. Place the pork in
a pot and cover it with water. Bring to a boil. Cook for
about two hours or until meat is done. Allow meat to cool
and slice or pull it into small pieces. Place it in a large pot.
Add the sauce and cook for about an hour or until most of
the liquid evaporates.
Makes 8 to 10 servings
Miss Viola Myrick has been a member of FBCB for more than 70 years. She thoroughly enjoys cooking and began her career as a Food Service instructor at the Janie Porter Barrett Home for Girls in Hanover, Virginia. She also worked as a Food Service Manager and a Licensing Specialist Supervisor (Richmond Re-gional Office) for the State of Virginia. More recently, she was coordinator of the Food Service Ministry at FBCB.
To prepare the sauce:
Heat butter; add onions and stir
until soft. Add other ingredients
and simmer for about 30 minutes.
5 pounds pork shoulder,
bone-in
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 tablespoon garlic salt
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