- Publishing The Positive - Volume 34, Issue 1 January—2013

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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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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: womenempowered98@aol.com

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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Answer to Black History Question on Page 8

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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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