May 29, 2022
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
African-American News&Issues
“Addressing Current & Historical Realities Affecting Our Community”
Vol. 27, Issue 19 There is no safe place in the United States with all of the racism and hatred against African Americans. - Roy Douglas Malonson
THE TRUTH ABOUT MEMORIAL PARK Cont. on Pg. 3
2 AFRAMNEWS.COM
May 29, 2022
EDITORIAL
President/Chief Editor
Chelsea Davis-Bibb, Ed.D.: Associate Editor Nick Jones: Afram TV Tristar: Layout Design
News:
A Revival of God
Consciousness Bobby E. Mills, PhD
It’s About Sin Office: (713) 692-1892 Wednesday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
Sin is contrary to the will of God. The devil is the father of lies and lying is the beginning of sin. Sadly, it is crystally clear that Republicans have been lying about being Godfearing faithful defenders of constitutional Democracy. The GOP is not a governing Party, it is a political cult and an attack-dog-party, because the GOP does not have an inclusive democracy-policy governing agenda. They only have a White Privilege Agenda in a multi-cultural democratic society against that America’s constitution stands for. Fortunately, there are some influential Americans who are calling-out The Christian Right Evangelicals for their ungodly devilish hypocrisy. America, the devil cannot counterfeit and bring thing into the world that God has not already spoken life into. The devil can only manipulate things that God created to project his spirit into individuals and relationships and create confusion. God gives everyone free will, including the devil. The snake in the Garden of Eden was manipulated by
the ungodly spirit of the devil. Eve manipulated Adam through that same ungodly spirit, and they became disobedient to God’s will. Disobedience to God’s will is sin. Thus, disobedience began in the world in the Garden of Eden with the devil and Adam and Eve. The “blame game” began with Adam and Eve. Adam blamed his sinful disobedience on Eve, and Eve declared that the “devil made me do it”. Questions: are Christian Right Evangelicals, The GOP and White Nationalists children of Cain? Or are they the 33 1/3 of the fallen Angelic spirits that God had to kick out of heaven and those demonic spirits fell to earth? Most things that are good and universal in America is usually unacceptable to Christian Right Evangelicals, The GOP and White Nationalists because they desire to play GOD. They cannot accept the will of God; Love thy neighbor as thy love thyself, because in the sight of God equal is equal, not more or less equal. Sin is sin, and God has asked the eternal question and provided the eternal answer: “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” (Matthew For more visit 16: 26). aframnews.com
Partin’ the Waters By Omowale Luthuli-Allen
Y Can’t You Let Nancy Pelosi Brake Bread and Drink the Wine of Communion The Archbishop of San Fran has decided to bar the Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi from receiving holy communion. Madame Speaker is the third in line to assume the most powerful position on the planet if, God forbid, President Biden and VP Kamala Harris are unable to serve. Does anyone else find this exclusionary verdict to be jacked up beside me? I served as communion steward for about 10 –12 years and my understanding of scripture based on the life of the expert was not to partake of it if you were unworthy, shucking and jiving, faking, and deceiving. The San Fran archbishop has decided to separate the wheat from the chaff by adopting a standard that a high pro-choice government official is persona non-grata at the mercy seat and table. Pro-choice has become the unpardonable and unconscionable sin. Will the Pope overrule
the archbishop? Christocentric means that all scripture is to be viewed through the lens of the life of Christ. Many religionists believe that civil government and the law is to be respected. I pause because all sages know that commandments are conditional based on time, place, and situation. In opposition to his spiritual leader, the Pope, the representative of God on Earth, he has decided that Nancy and pro-choice supporters are unworthy of the breeze from heaven. I am dismayed for this branch of the church has never satisfactory policed pedophilia, often hiding the grown ass men that assaulted little boys. Research says that pedophilia is a psychiatric disorder in which an adult …. experiences a primary or exclusive sexual attraction to prepubescent children. I interpret this to mean man-boy sex. I interpret this to mean man-girl sex. For centuries, Protestant and Catholic, secular, and non-secular leaders have permitted this contact to flourish, and many victims have not survived this cult. The millions of victims were below the age of consent. Whatever happened to sin? Clean the inside of the cup. For more visit aframnews.com
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
May 29, 2022
AFRAMNEWS.COM 3
LOCAL
THE TRUTH ABOUT MEMORIAL PARK By: Chelsea Davis-Bibb, Ed.D.
HOUSTON-When was the last time you visited Memorial Park in Houston? There is a lot of history that lies within Memorial Park, history that is not told as much as it should be, if it is told at all. Memorial Park was once home to Camp Logan, 3,002 acres within a tract of 9,560 acres and was equipped to house an estimate of 40,000 troops. Camp Logan was created in response to Germany invading Belgium, which sparked Europe into war. On April 6, 1917, the United States (U.S.) entered the conflict unprepared. According to the Heritage Society, the Selective Service Act was passed, and millions of men entered the draft, and they needed to be trained. There were 16 National Guard camps created across the U.S., and Houston was one of the cities who were granted a site. The camp was named after Mayor General John A. Logan, a veteran of the Civil War and U.S. Congressman who played a role in establishing Memorial Day as a national holiday in 1868. On August 23, 1917, The Houston Riot occurred, which is known as the Camp Logan Mutiny, which impacted 156 soldiers, historically known as Buffalo Soldiers of the all Black 3rd Battalion, 24th infantry, according to Prairie View’s website. The 3rd Battalion, 24th Infantry was sent to Houston to guard and protect the construction of Camp Logan. It was noted that Black soldiers who were stationed
in Texas were always subject to violence because Houston was a southern city that was governed under Jim Crow Laws. The soldiers were treated bad for weeks by local citizens as well as the police department. Tensions rose even higher when one of the Black soldiers was arrested and false rumors were made that he was killed while in the custody of police, which sparked a violent response. More than a hundred of the soldiers marched down to the police station with their weapons. The city was placed under Martial law on August 24, 1917. A White mob of citizens from Houston responded to the soldiers with violence. There were 11 citizens and five police officers who were killed, thirty civilians were severely injured. Four of the mutinous soldiers were killed, with two of them being accidentally shot by their own men. Another soldier was killed by a citizen. The 24th Battalion Infantry was placed on a train the next day and sent away where they were all court martialed. Not too long after, on December 11, 1917, thirteen Black soldiers were hung on Camp Travis in
San Antonio. Sadly, the men were buried and were not identified by a name, only a number. Other soldiers were given life sentences and the following year in September 1918, six additional soldiers were also hung at Camp Travis. There was no evidence if the first soldiers participated in the riot, but six men in the second group were identified as soldiers who shot at civilians during the riot. Many people do not know about this historic event that is known as the most tragic event that occurred in Houston. This is because people don’t talk about history like they should. It is easier to act as if nothing has happened then to acknowledge the past. Roy Douglas Malonson stated, “If you want to destroy a race, destroy its history.” Slavery and racism are a part of our past, and a part of our history. It has not defined Blacks but has molded us into the strong race we are today. It is important more now than ever that we teach our young people about our history. There are several reasons why history is important, for one it teaches us about our culture. To know where we’re going, we must
know where we come from. If we allow them to erase our history, then future generations would not know what slavery and racism is and how easily history can repeat itself. We are enslaving our future by not discussing the past. It also allows us to understand present day events and why they happen. Knowing this will allow you to make connections and identify patterns and trends that may be oblivious to others. The past teaches us about strength and endurance and how to persevere when it seems like all odds are against you. It also teaches us to learn from past mistakes so that they won’t be repeated. History also gives us a sense of identity and great pride, and finally, history teaches us appreciation. An appreciation for the struggle of our ancestors, an appreciation for their sacrifices and lessons they bestowed upon us, and an appreciation for the weight they carried so that we could live a better life. On this Memorial Day, we honor those who have served and have sacrificed their lives for this country. We also honor history and the past that has led us to this very moment. To everyone who have served and are currently serving our country, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for your service. The next time you visit Memorial Park, take a moment to reflect on the history that lies there deep within.
4 AFRAMNEWS.COM
May 29, 2022
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
RELIGION
GALILEE AWARDS $61,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS
Chelsea Davis-Bibb, Ed.D.
was $10,000. Majority of the dona- Davis-Stribling who received her HOUSTON-Every year in May, to attend Sam Houston State UniMaster’s in Science Political StraGalilee Missionary Baptist Church tions (90%) come directly from versity. Alexia Fields graduated tegic Communications, Latesha the church members. (GMBC) recognizes their gradufrom Humble High School and Forch who graduated from WestTo receive a scholarship, the g ating seniors from high school plans to attend Lone Star College. ern Governors University with an raduating seniors must submit an and college. This year there were Cody Jarrod Floyd graduated from MBA, Essance E. Harrison who application, be an active mem10 high school graduates and five Kingwood Park High School and graduated from Texas State Uniber of the congregation, and go college graduates. This was the plans to attend Oklahoma Univerversity with a degree in Applied through a screening process. The first time since the arrival of COsity. Kharys Sanaa Grice graduSociology with a minor in Medical ated from Klein High School and application is scored based on a VID-19 that the graduate recogrubric from the judges who do not Humanities, Lauren Nelson who nition ceremony was taken place plans to attend Prairie View A&M graduated from Sam Houston see the names of the applicants. face-to-face. University. Derron Henderson II State University with her BacheWhoever receives the highest Since 2010, GMBC has been graduated from North Shore High lor’s in Psychology, and Franchespoints for their application will awarding scholarships to their School. Eryn K. Murrell graduated sica Patterson who graduated receive the highest scholarship. graduating high school seniors. from S.P. Waltrip High School and from Grand Canyon University The last couple of years have not Pastor Rev. Dr. Edwin A. Davis, plans to attend The University of been easy on the graduates as they with a Bachelor’s of Science in Ap- Texas at Arlington. Natalie Eshel and First Lady Dr. Charlotte J. plied Management. Davis, truly believe that education have had to deal with many unRoss graduated from the High For the graduating high school foreseen challenges. Despite this, is an important investment that School for Law and Justice and they pushed through, stayed dedi- seniors, Xavier Charles Anderwill never return void. They also plans to attend Houston Baptist University. Victoria Okopie gradubelieve that it is equally important cated and determined to complete son graduated from Davis High School and ated from Jersey Village High to continue investing in our youth their degree. plans The college graduates School and plans to attend Texas and helping them advance so they consisted of; Erica Southern University. Angel Tucker can reach their fullest potential. First Lady Davis said, “Nelson graduated from Blanson Mandella said it best when he Career and Technical Educastated that education is the tion High School and plans most powerful tool to attend Lamar University, to change the world, and Jaicee Webb graduated and I believe that we from Langham Creek High have to invest in our School and plans to attend children to commuTulsa Welding School and nicate the importance Technology Center. of them obtaining an GMBC will continue to education.” support their youth as they This year was believe it is their duty to do no exception as so. Pastor Davis stated, “As GMBC awarded 10 pastor and as an educator, scholarships totalI am a firm believer that ing $61,000. This education unlocks many has been the highdoors that are closed in L To R- Bottom Row-Christopher Terry, Franchessica Patterson, Dr. Charlotte est amount that the our face. I believe in our J. Davis, Dr. Edwin A. Davis, Cody Jarrod Floyd, Latesha Forch church has given out students that if they want L To R-Middle Row-Lauren Nelson, Victoria Okopie since GMBC started to go to school, I am going L To R-Back Row-Jaicee Webb, Natalie Eschel Ross, Xavier Charles Anderson, awarding scholarto continue to help them to Alexcia Fields, Angel Tucker, Kharys Sanaa Grice ships. The highest achieve that goal.” scholarship awarded
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
May 29, 2022
AFRAMNEWS.COM 5
COMMUNITY
A TRUE HERO HONORING OUR By: Jeniece Thompson
Sidney Malonson joined the United States Navy in 1960 at the age of twenty, leaving his hometown of Houston, Texas. As a Hospital Corpsman he served with the U.S. Marines in Okinawa and stateside at Camp Pendleton prior to duty stations in Washington D.C., Naples, Italy, Vietnam, N.A.S. Alameda, and the Oak Knoll Naval Hospital in Oakland Calif. He rose quickly
through the ranks achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer in 8 years, serving the nation with distinction. Chief Malonson’s initiative and dedication to duty reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval service. He is interred at the Houston National Cemetery.
Sidney Malonson
VETERANS By: Crystal Toussant
In honor of our deserving Veterans, Houston Praise and Worship Center, under the leadership of Bishop Frank A. Rush, Dr. JoAnn Vallie Rush (deceased), and Rev. Sidney Cooper produced the US Armed Forces Day Celebration. This is the second year they have celebrated the sacrifice and dedication of our US Armed Forces. Houston Praise and Worship Center’s objectives are to create better “collaboration, coordination, and communication” by what they have identified as the 7C’s, which include, church, cops, community, college, city, county, and country. Bishop Frank A. Rush and his “Dream Team” are focused on promoting community appreciation for our past, present, and future US Armed Forces past. They are determined to create an environment that fosters care and concern of the community for those protecting & serving whether foreign
or domestic. They are determined to show thanks to God for protecting our Country and the fine service men and women who are the nucleus that ensures our protection. The Theme of the US Armed Forces Day of Celebration was “God Bless America!” The Scripture, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord!” was the driving force for every part of this inspiring celebration (Psalm 33:12). U.S. Armed Forces Day Celebration was beautifully emceed by Councilwoman Dr. Carolyn Evans – Shabazz. She was a delightful addition to this event as the leader of District D because there were several integral speakers who were promoting the purpose of bringing important shareholders into our community to promote unity and cooperation. For more visit aframnews.com
L-R: Makia Young, Jasmine Donald, Jia Lewis, Shekiynah Williams, Elizabeth Cuellar, Jadah Lewis, All 4 Stilts: Caribbean, Stilt Line, Dir. Patricia Sadler, Standing (2nd row) 1. Debra Davies, 2. Min. Rosalind Kyle, 3. Dr. S. H. Smith , 4. Min. Vicki Cruz, 5. Eric Goodwine and son, 6. Bishop Frank A. Rush, 7. Dr. Juluette B. Pack, 8. Cherish Johnson, 9. Dr. Carolyn Evans- Shabazz, 10. Danielle Keyes Bess, Standing: (3rd Row) Min. Russell Thompson Jr., Dr. Reginald Spivey, Mr. Robert Dembo, Pastor Sidney Cooper
6 AFRAMNEWS.COM
May 29, 2022
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
MARKETPLACE ARTS, GIFTS
CHURCH
CHURCH
Willie Wright Jr Ministries, Inc.
OPEN Wed., Thurs., Fri. PLEASE WEAR MASKS
www.facebook.com/wwjrm
CARRIAGE RIDE VINTAGE CARRIAGE COMPANY, LLC TERENCE J. REED, OWNER
OPEN
TROPHY HUNTING Just one hour from downtown Houston
713.692.1100
PLEASE WEAR MASKS
A Ministry Committed to the Worth of the WORD and Energetic Evangelism “Christ-centered, Bible-based, and Prayer-minded”
6130 Wheatley St. Houston, Texas 77091
RANCH
Wed., Thurs., Fri. 10am – 4pm
10am – 4pm
713.692.1195
FLOWERS
6130 Wheatley St. Houston, Texas 77091
www.shirleyannflowershop.com
www.williewrightjr.com
LANDSCAPING
2810 Rosedale St. Houston, TX 77004
Landscaping by the Jelks
VINTAGE CARRIAGE COMPANY, LLC
COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
TERENCE J. REED, OWNER
Facebook: Go Vintage, LLC Instagram: govintagellc 713-489-8905/281-901-4966
SHOE REPAIR
BAPTIST CHURCH
Facebook: Go Vintage, LLC Instagram: govintagellc
Services: Mowing, Landscape Renovation, Edging, General Lawn Clean Up, Shrub Trimming and Removal, Brush Clearing, Lawn Fertilization, Flower Bed Installations
Terrence Jelks
713-489-8905/281-901-4966
6030 Pebble Ln., Houston, TX 77087
Cell:832.713.0102
VINTAGE CARRIAGE
jamesbond6030pebble@gmail.com
COMPANY, LLC
TERENCE J. REED, OWNER
MAILING
FACEBOOK: GO VINTAGE, LLC INSTAGRAM: GOVINTAGELLC
E-Z MAIL MANAGEMENT
713.489.8905 281.901.4966
WE OFFER QUALITY SERVICE AT A COMPETITIVE PRICE
CONTRACTOR
BLESSING PAINTING BONDED & INSURED
CHEMICAL
COMPLETE REMODELING Sunday School 7:15am Sunday Services 9:00am
GENERAL CONTRACTOR LLC RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL INTERIOR & EXTERIOR blessinggernalcontractor.com blessingpainting@yahoo.com facebook.com/zamudio.poloy
AFRAMNEWS.COM African- American News&Issues
281.779.5053
Services: Direct Mail Consulting, 1st Class Mail, Standard/NonProfit Mail, Mail Merge, Folding/ Tabbing/Inserting, Mailing Lists, Postcards, Political Mail, Bulk Mailing, Courier Services
CALL US TODAY
713-780-9804
ADVERTISE ERTISE E ONLINE WITH US
• Mother’s/Father’s Day • Anniversaries • In Memory Of • Birthday • Graduations • Weddings etc.
For more information sales@aframnews.com
TOURS
ezmailhou@aol.com
• Family Tours • School Tours • Church Tours • Nature Walks
• Education Tours • Deer Breeding Tours • Trophy Deer Hunting • Cattle Roundups • Nature Photography • Camp Fire • Hayride • Kayak • Fishing • Day Camp • Overnight Camping • Outdoor BBQ • Ranch Breakfast
Roy Douglas & Shirley Ann Malonson malonson@rsdeerranch.com
713-244-4067
28978 FM 1736 Road Hempstead 77445 (Waller County)
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
May 29, 2022
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
THE OBAMA PORTRAITS TOUR
AFRAMNEWS.COM 7
Join me Gilbert Andrew Garcia in ccelebrating
By: Carter James
HOUSTON - The official portraits of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama have been displayed at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH). President Obama’s portrait was created by Kehinde Wiley, and Amy Sherald created the portrait of the First Lady. The portraits have gained national attention since the first reveal at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery in February 2018. Wiley and Sherald made history as the first African American artists who were selected to create the portraits of President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. According to Wiley’s website, he is a Los Angeles native and “has firmly situated himself within the art’s history portrait painting.” In addition, “As a contemporary descendent of a long line of portraitists, including Reynolds, Gainsborough, Titian, Ingres, among others, Wiley, engages the signs and visual rhetoric of the heroic, powerful, majestic and the sublime in his representation of urban, black and brown men found throughout the world.” Artist Sherald was born in Columbus, Georgia and is known to document the “contemporary African American experience in the United States through arresting, otherworldly figurative paintings. Sherald engages with the history of photography and portraiture, inviting viewers to participate in a more complex debate about accepted notions of
Saturday June 18TH race and representation, and to situate Black heritage centrally in American art,” according to Hauser and Wirth. Both Wiley and Sherald did a phenomenal job on their portraits. You can truly see their unique styles and personalities reflected in each piece. On the day I attended the tour, there were many people who were amazed at their work and enjoyed the beauty and detail of each design, which captured the elegance and the epitome of Black excellence. If you are looking for something to do in Houston, consider a visit to the MFAH. The MFAH is a great place that showcases different art pieces by some of the most talented people. The tour kicked off at The Art Institute of Chicago on June 18th and has been to the Brooklyn Museum, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, High Art Museum, Atlanta, and now in Houston. The portraits tour in Houston started on April 3rd and will end May 30th.
a Tip from Gilbert Talk, Inspiration and Prayer Mondays 11:00 am to 11:45 am KWWJ 1360 AM/96.9 FM KYOK 1140 AM Call in at: 832-570-8075 www.atipfromgilbert.com Episodes are also streamed live on my facebook: www.facebook.com/gilbertandrewgarcia1
atipfromgilbert@gmail.com
8 AFRAMNEWS.COM
May 29, 2022
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION
Exclusive Grocery Partner of the Houston Astros ©2022 HEB, 22-4697