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Tag Archives: Religion
3/17/24 O&A NYC SUNDAY SCHOOL: Psalm 91- God’s Promise of Protection
Psalm 91 is a call to confidence in God and so is a call away from the cynicism of our age. At a time when many people seem to live only for the moment (because beyond that, who knows what will happen), Psalm 91 is a call to confidence in a God who, if you make him your resting place, will never leave you.
10/22/23 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Jester Hairston- Amen- Salt Lake Tabernacle Choir (1994)
This is an excerpt from Jester Hairston’s appearance in 1994 with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, now called the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. Here is gets part way through Amen when he realizes it is too high. He is 93 years old in this appearance. Continue reading
9/16/23 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Joshua Maponga on Africa and the Bible
Joshua Maponga (born in Zimbabwe) is a popular motivational speaker, social entrepreneur, and musician. The renowned personality is also a philosopher and leader. He is passionate about community development which has led him to work with several big organizations.
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9/3/23 O&A NYC THE SUNDAY MORNING FUNNIES: Mrs. Johnson and Donavan- Church Service and Outing… and Mo
The smooth talking king of West Indian double entendre Donavan (Lenny Henry) is Donovan Bogarde, a randy man who is attracted to and pursues Mrs Johnson and speaks in sexual innuendos. Continue reading
12/5/22 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: The Christ Child: A Nativity Story
This new depiction of the Nativity story recounts in beautiful detail the sacred events found in the Bible about Jesus’s birth over 2,000 years ago. Journey with Joseph and Mary from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Continue reading
11/14/21 O&A NYC RELIGION: Why I Choose Jesus-The faith of Denzel Washington
“Put God first in everything you do. The Bible says, faith without works is nothing, so destiny is great, fate is great, faith is great – but you still have to work at it. I don’t just sit at home and wait for it all to unfold. At the end of the day, it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished. It’s about what you’ve done with those accomplishments. It’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you’ve given back.”- Denzel Washington Continue reading
6/20/21 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Betty Bowers, America’s Best Christian – Traditional Marriage
Betty Bower, America’s Best Christian is an award-winning parody with over 100,000 hits a week. Mrs. Betty Bowers will tell you how many shopping days until the Apocalypse and offer advise to the biblically uniformed. Continue reading
5/30/21 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Aretha Franklin – Amazing Grace ft. James Cleveland
In 1972, Reverend James Cleveland collaborated with Aretha Franklin on her historic Grammy-winning and multi-million-selling album Amazing Grace, which is known as the Greatest Gospel Album of All Time. Recorded live at the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts, California, with his Southern California Community Choir.
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4/23/21 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY (ON FRIDAY): Rev. Sharpton delivers Daunte Wright’s Eulogy
National civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy for the 20-year-old father, noting that some compared Wright’s funeral procession to that of Prince.
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