Congratulations to Layla Akins who took the crown at her most recent dance competition, winning the "Star on the Rise" award following several rounds of intense competition.  Way to go, Layla!! You're absolutely a winner in our eyes!

We take great pride in supporting our members...even when their achievements roll in like water!!  Congratulations on your induction into the Collegium of Scholars, Dr. deGregory. We're always listening for what's next!   Keep leading with confidence and grace.  God's children need you!

Pastor Ralph's son, Brandon M. Thompson was   chosen  as  one of  the Top 40 Under 40 Business Executives by The Sports Business Journal.  Brandon is scheduled to attend a banquet in New York later this year.  Bravo and blessings to you!   

Our brother Larry Turnley is continuing his God-driven, courageous journey of making community impact!  His new book, "What's  YOUR Excuse?   now available to pre-order on Amazon, or  at www.ltlarryturnley.com 

Congratulations go out  to our sister Teree McCormick. 

Teree is one of the 2022 Honorees at "Upon These Shoulders" .

These 2022 Honorees represent the Integrators of Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools grade configuration as it transitioned from separate to equal: Ethel Carr Crowder (Buena Vista Elementary), Teree Campbelle McCormick (Wright Junior High) and Brenda Harris Haywood (Stratford High School).

On November 13, our sister in Christ, Bettye Otey , was honored among others by her sorority sisters of

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at the Delta Jewels Celebration Luncheon held at Nashville's Renaissance Hotel.  GO BETTY!

Paris Lawson!!   

Paris has received two Emmy awards this year for her work as a member of the broadcast team for the Oklahoma City Thunder. She received these awards in September.

You can catch her during halftime and breaks between quarters interviewing players and coaches during all Oklahoma City Thunder games this season.

Most games are available to watch on the NBA app. Or you can go to the OKC Thunder website to view the schedule and read one of her stories about the team or you can also catch her hosting the OKC Thunder Podcast every week.

Harmonie is a junior at American Baptist College,  majoring in Bible and Theology and hopes to evangelize through her spiritual gifts. 

Harmonie is a gospel singer, youth minister, loving wife and mother of four who has been recognized recently by  The Minerva Foundation of Tennessee, Inc., with scholarship funds in support of her academic pursuits,

“This young lady has tremendous potential and we are pleased to have her join our congregation as a student intern to assist in her pursuits,” said Pastor Ralph M. Thompson.  “She will gain practical experience while learning in the classroom."

We are proudly showing off our sister, Dr. Crystal deGregory (Far right top) sporting her beauty on this  special  edition of "USA Today".  Go, Crystal!