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WHAT’S INSIDE Schools struggle to pass digital test (Page A-3) Two years from now, hundreds of thousands of Michigan students will be expected to go online to take computerized statewide math, language arts and other standardized tests that now are conducted with paper and pencils.

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Last week I attended Gov. Rick Snyder’s press conference where he, along with several of not only Detroit’s, but COMMENTARY Michigan’s most powerful business and political leaders came together to watch him sign pieces of legislation that will benefit the city. It was a good day for Detroit.

The governor signed bills for the Regional Transit Authority, Detroit Lighting Author-

ity, Downtown Development Authority and the Eastern Market.

lions of dollars that is going to be spent on construction, maintenance and vendor contracts – almost $1 billion in investments.

I was proud.

Yet at the same time, there was a part of me wondering if Detroiters would actually have a legitimate seat at the table as the deals are worked out and people are hired.

As protesters marched and shouted, all I could think about was the estimated 25,000 Hiram Jackson people who are going to be hired over the next few years, in addition to the mil-

While we complain about the day-to-day nuisances that have plagued our city – high unemployment, possible bankruptcy, blight, crime and subpar public

education — our suburban brethren are moving back to town in droves. They see what I see — a diamond in the rough, an underperforming but valuable asset.

In fact, there are approximately 10,000 new employees working downtown.

The business community is doubling down as if the city were a great stock that took a tumble and investing in the incredible value of this great city of ours.

All of this is “great stuff” and from my vantage point, we have

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Detroit’s defining moment is 2013

2012 was a year of innovation and plenty of carbon copies to go around. The result has been a robust movement of mobile computing into a science fictional future possibly worth living in.

By Bankole Thompson CHRONICLE SENIOR EDITOR

The specter of an emergency manager continues to hang over Detroit like the sword of Damocles.

The hope of a hotly

Coaches speak out on tragedy (Page C-1) The tragic Newtown, Connecticut massacre where a heavily armed man walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School and within a couple minutes, killed 26 people.

Famed coaches Jim Boeheim and Pat Kelsey speak their minds on the tragedy.

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for Detroit’s financial illness, including mediation, consent agreement, emergency manager or bankruptcy, will test the city’s leadership mettle to address its own problems.

With a booming downtown, neighborhoods waiting contested mayoral for revitalization election to decide and the advent the next chapter of of entrepreneurBankole leadership in the ship taking root city is creating a Thompson in many forms in heightening interDetroit, the city is est in Detroit politics, es- being challenged to be a pecially in light of Mike plethora of possibilities.

Duggan and Benny Napo That is why 2013 is a leon candidacies. defining year for Detroit.

Duggan, the outgoing The world is watching.

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Detroit Napoleon, for dethe Wayne cades is Napoleon Duggan County anxiously Sheriff and former Detroit and cautiously waiting to police chief, is a formi- see how the city defines dable candidate. itself next year.

The series of Lan- What happens in the sing measures offered as prescription drugs

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GOV. RICK SNYDER, with local and state officials, at the signing of a package of bills including the public lighting and transportation authorities as well as an incentive package for Illitch development in downtown area.

Snyder: 25,000 Detroit jobs coming

2012: A Look Back (Page D-1)

By Zack Burgess

A lot of exciting, interresting and sometimes sad things happened over the last 12 months.

We recall many of them.

Whenever there is change, there is also some pain. And Detroit has had its share, as business leaders and politicians have worked to transition it into a world class city again.

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So when Governor Rick Snyder signed a plethora of bills last week, he called it an exciting day for the city.

“I’m fired up,” Snyder said. “This is about us coming together and how we create some fundamental building

blocks to build on. Because too often we get caught up in bad news in difficult times and we don’t spend enough time celebrating success. Well today is the day to really celebrate success for both short-term recovery and long-term growth and enhancement.”

For too long now, Detroit has dealt with poor transportation and lighting – the bills signed by Governor Snyder will bring a Detroit Lighting Authority as well as create a rapid regional transit system. One of the bills will also permit

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Labor, allies vow fight against right-to-work

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Gov. Rick Snyder told them they were picking a fight they might regret. He wasn’t wrong.

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AT&T, in partnership with Mitch Albom and Detroit Rescue Mission (DRM), surprised a deserving family with a gift of a home to call their own just in time for the Christmas holiday.

Wendy Palmer, 33, her two sons, ages 8 and 12, and their grandmother, Karen Harris, were given a fully furnished home, complete with a stocked refrigerator. This is the second year in a row that AT&T has partnered with Mitch Albom and the DRMM to provide shelter for families in need.

Last week the governor signed into law bills that ban mandatory union membership, making Michigan Wendell Anthony Jimmy Settles Al Garrett the nation’s 24th right-todefines organized labor.

60,000 members in the work state – changing DeThe term “right-to- state of Michigan. I can see troit and its culture – as it has been known for almost work law” is a triumph hostility in the workplace of framing. Such laws do between those people that 80 years. not, in fact, give you the are paying dues and those “This is a vengeful attack right-to-work. They give who are paying a service on labor and the commu- you the right to refuse to fee, but that will be for nity,” said Rev. Dr. Wen- pay union dues when you management folks to deal dell Anthony, president, work for a union shop, with.”

Detroit Branch NAACP. “It even though you get the does not guarantee sta- wages the union bargained For instance, a person can bility. What it does do is for, and the benefits the work in a union shop witheliminate strong unions union bargained for, and out joining the union and that advocate on people’s the grievance process the paying full union dues. The costs of the union’s politibehalf and determine the union bargained for. cal activities, its memberrelationship between man“Right now, even before ship events and more are agement and labor. Michigan must not become the the law goes into effect, removed from their dues. people have a choice. They pay a lower fee benew Mississippi.”

They have a right to pay cause they are just paying, The far-reaching legis- dues or a service fee,” at least in theory, the cost lation threatens to cripple said Al Garrett, president of the union’s representathe power of organized of the Detroit chapter of tion activities. labor in a state that was the American Federation once a hub of union might. of State, County and Mu- Proponents call their win For many Americans, nicipal Employees union especially significant beMichigan is the state that (AFSCME). “We have about See LABOR page A-4

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Repeal of helmet law proves deadly signing this legislation was a bad bet.

By Tom Watkins Six months ago Gov. Snyder signed the repeal of the mandatory motorcycle helmet law.

Scott Shoup, a motorcycle enthusiast and board member of the SMARTER rider-responsiblity group (www.smarter-usa.org), said he continues to wear a full-faced helmet for safety and calls for the reinstatement of Michigan’s helmet law.

As many predicted, this law is both deadly and costly.

Gov. Snyder let his “dog years” get ahead of him when he repealed the motorcycle helmet law. I fully expect that after he leaves office, if not before, he will wish he had a doover on this decision.

It is clear wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle prevents serious injuries and saves lives.

It is interesting to note that Gov. Snyder picked a haunting day, Friday, April 13, to sign the bill allowing motorcycle riders to cruise with their locks flowing freely. It may be a day that will come to haunt him.

I love freedom as much as the next person, and feel the government can involve itself in too many aspects of our lives, but believe it is sensible and reasonable for the government to protect people from spattering their brains along the public byways.

I remember resenting mandatory seat belt usage when that law passed. Yet clearly, it is sensible and good public policy that has prevented countless serious injuries and deaths.

Did the governor gladly sign the helmet repeal law today for another vote on a controversial piece of legislation tomorrow?

Would the governor be so crass as to play, “Let’s Make a Deal,” a good oldfashioned political horse trade?

Certainly he would not be the first politician to

Tom Watkins trade good politics for bad public policy. But clearly, the signing of this bill might make a reasonable person question both his motives and judgment.

With six months of data under our belts since Gov. Snyder signed the helmet repeal law, the trend line does not look good.

According to a new MLive Media Group analysis, a higher percentage of motorcycle riders involved in Michigan crashes are not wearing helmets, and they are suffering a higher rate of serious and fatal injuries than those who do.

The longtime sensible voice of AAA’s Nancy Cain fears “the lack of a helmet law will ultimately drive up deaths and serious injuries on Michigan roadways.” She is sadly being proved dead right.

The government has a responsibility to protect us, even from ourselves.

The governor claims to be driven by metrics and data. He has a dashboard to keep track of how the state is doing on benchmarks of performance. As the data is bearing out,

Shoup is not surprised by the latest injury and death statistics. He and his organization predicted it. They testify to the Michigan legislature that the repeal of the helmet law will result in an increase of deaths, injuries and monetary and nonmonetary quality-of-life costs.

The research is undeniable, overwhelming, clear and easy to find: helmets help prevent injury and death.

On some issues, just because you have the power does not mean you have to use it.

This new law is costing people their lives and families a lifetime of grief.

Sadly, as we are witnessing, the data is as tragic as it is deadly.

Injury and death statistics will be the measure to determine just how bad the decision to repeal the motorcycle helmet law truly is. It is not looking good.

The data is in. Is there the will to admit the repeal of the helmet was a mistake and take action to reverse it?

Tom Watkins served as a state mental health director, state superintendent of schools and is currently a U.S./China consultant. He can be reached at tdwatkins88@ gmail.

Violence in children, adolescents,young adults and mental health services In the aftermath of tragic incidents such as the recent Connecticut school shooting, school and community violence receives much media attention. The actual occurrence of violent death in school is much lower than the media portrays, and while tragic, as well as traumatic, general community violence is much more pervasive, especially in lower income urban areas. In our inner cities more than 33% of children are reportedly direct victims of violence and we know this to be underreported in that generally parents report their children to be exposed to about half the violence that the children themselves Report.

Research tells us that violence is a learned behavior; children who act out in violent and aggressive manners may have learned this behavior from repeating their exposure to acting out adults or media. Early intervention is therefore an important step to stopping the cycle of violence for all our children to be safe in our schools & communities.

The definition of community violence is broad and encompassing and may be defined as “exposure to acts of interpersonal violence committed by individuals who are not intimately related to the victim.” Some of these acts include burglary, sexual and physical assault, muggings, and the sounds of bullets being

fired, use of weapons and the threats of bullying, gangs and drugs.

Both school and community violence, whether the child is a victim or witness, interferes with a child’s learning process and has a long term negative impact. It is very common for children to keep silent about episodes of being victimized due to fear of escalation of violence, embarrassment and shame. These children often suffer from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); suffer from loss of self esteem, truancy, depression and in extreme cases suicide and violent retaliation.

Signs and symptoms of distress due to exposure to violence are similar for age groups from infants through young adulthood and include: • Sleep problems • Disruptions in eating • Fussiness in infants & tantrums, defiance and aggression in toddlers, children and older youth • Anxiety & withdrawal • School difficulties • Preoccupation traumatic events • Relationship ties

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• Nightmares • Flashbacks In all cases of violence and in all age groups parents, caring adults and mental health professions must talk openly with exposed children to get an

understanding of what the child is experiencing.

A real challenge that all of us as adults face in listening to our community children is processing our own reactions to violence as we treat these vulnerable children with utmost empathy and care.

All persons in the aftermath of catastrophic events need to be supported in dealing with our feelings in an age appropriate manner. Help from mental health professionals is the most effective tool for intervention along with cognitive group skills in conflict resolution, peer mediation training and positive citizenship behavior training.

Zero tolerance school based programs and anti violence policies are encouraged to be supported by parents and promoted at your local school as an adopted policy.

Community Mental Health Services are found in every community across the nation and children’s specialized services offer certified masters prepared psychologists and social workers who are trained in PTSD and other psychotherapy skills to develop resilience in children and lead them back along the path to Mental Wellness. These services are available at Northeast Guidance Center or by calling the NEGC ACCESS line (877) 242-4140 and asking for children’s services or you can contact Sherry McRill (313) 8245639.

WSU researcher’s test system to provide automated, faster detection of invasive species in shipboard ballast water A Wayne State University researcher is working to create a device ships can carry to avoid bringing new invasive species into the Great Lakes.

Jeffrey Ram, Ph.D., professor of physiology in the WSU School of Medicine, has received an $823,000 grant from the Great Lakes Protection Fund for his “Automated Ballast Water Treatment Verification Project.” His team will seek to develop an automated, shipboard, rapid-testing system that will be able to

report — in real time — the presence of any live organisms in ballast water after it has been treated.

“If successful, this effort will eliminate one of the greatest challenges facing invasive species control: the ability to get feedback at any time of day and even while ships are underway that their ballast treatment systems are working to prevent the discharge live organisms that may have come from other ecosystems,” Ram said.

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Corporations favor elite nonprofits Businesses are good for nonprofits, but they are especially good for nonprofits that directly benefit the corporate elite such as art institutes, symphony orchestras and private schools, according to research from the University of Michigan.

The study asked how locally headquartered corporations influenced the growth of two different types of nonprofit organizations—those oriented to the elite and those focused more broadly on social welfare—in the largest 100 U.S communities from 1987 to 2002.

Gerald Davis, a professor at U-M’s Ross School of Business, said that the study shows that nonprofits appealing to the elite flourish in communities that have a strong base of corporations working together.

“Corporations are vessels for aggregating resources,” Davis said. “We find that across every major American city, the resources of the corporate sector are most beneficial for elite-oriented nonprofits.”

Older cities tend to have a stronger connec-

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tion between the corporate and nonprofit communities, he said.

“Cities whose business communities ‘grew up’ after the turn of the 20th century are really different from cities established earlier,” Davis said. “Older communities laid down traditions like giving to charity. And then they were reinforced every year.”

Social welfare-oriented organizations such as food banks, homeless shelters and women’s shelters saw no additional benefit from a large concentration of corporations in a community, said study co-author Christopher Marquis, a Harvard Business School professor and Ross School alum.

“Our results are thus generally consistent with speculation that philanthropy may actually be a vehicle to benefit elite interests,” Marquis said.

“Corporate effects on elite-oriented nonprofits are enhanced when there is a community structure in place that organizes and validates the elite.”

Davis notes the example of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul with

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“Well-connected social elites can enforce those norms,” he said. “When you know you’re going to see your colleagues every month at the club or the board meeting, you’re more inclined to follow the local standards around giving back.”

Having strong elite cultural, art and educational nonprofits in a community also helps corporations recruit and retain executives, said co-author Mary Ann Glynn, a professor at the Carroll School of Management at Boston College.

“The vibrancy of nonprofits within a community represents one of the most direct indicators of the quality of life in that community,” Glynn said.

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Schools struggle to pass digital test

By Kathy Barks Hoffman

Wotruba notes that it’s not just about buying more computers, but about having enough money to cover the costs of insuring them or replacing the ones that break, as well as the salaries of the technicians who keep the network and computers humming.

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Two years from now, hundreds of thousands of Michigan students will be expected to go online to take computerized statewide math, language arts and other standardized tests that now are conducted with paper and pencils.

“Those are the people we laid off because we tried to keep our teachers” when funding got tight, Wotruba says.

The benefits include quicker results for school districts, tests that more accurately track what individual students know and longer test times for students who need them.

Yet, even as the demands of the computer age grow, many school districts are woefully behind the curve when it comes to having the technology in place they’ll need to conduct the tests. Juggling a mix of aging computers, frail networks, limited bandwidth and stripped-down information technology staffs with few of the resources available to their counterparts in the private sector, many school districts will have to make major technology investments if they’re going to be ready for students to take the mandatory tests online by spring 2015.

Lawmakers set aside $50 million in the 2012-13 school aid budget for school districts, intermediate districts and charter schools that participate in a Michigan Department of Education technology readiness survey and successfully apply for competitive grants to develop or upgrade their technology infrastructure. Districts must respond to the survey by today.

The department recently began taking grant requests and will start handing out money in January.

As of Nov. 13, 39 percent of school districts and charter schools statewide had completed the survey. Of those, nearly 1 in 5 reported that they don’t have the necessary network bandwidth to handle large-scale

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testing. Further, around 10 percent of the computers in these districts lack enough memory to run the tests.

Proposed changes to state loan program could limit schools’ ability to buy tech Districts that link up with other districts or their intermediate school districts to jointly purchase equipment or collaborate on services to become “test ready” stand a good chance of getting some money, as do districts that increase educators’ ability to plan and implement online assessments and help students learn “any time, any place, any way, any pace,” a goal of Gov. Rick Snyder. No school district will be awarded more than $2 million.

Yet even if most grants are for far smaller amounts, it’s unlikely that more than around 75 of the state’s roughly 550 school dist ricts and charter schools will get any money.

That has school administrators worried.

“No one’s looking at $50 million and saying that’s a bad idea,” says Don Wotruba, deputy director of government

relations for the Michigan Association of School Boards. “But all of the costs that go with that technology aren’t addressed, at least in a proper way.”

Snyder’s chief strategist, William Rustem, says the administration is aware that many districts need to make changes to prepare for online testing.

“I don’t know if the $50 million solves the problem. But I do know it gets us a long way down the road,” Rustem says.

“It’s not as if the state is standing back and saying, `You take care of this.’”

Wendy Zdeb-Roper, a former Rochester High School principal who’s now executive director of the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, says most school administrators support the idea of online testing, especially since they can get the results sooner than with paper tests and make adjustments more quickly to improve student learning. But they’re also wary of having to implement yet another state mandate at a time when perpupil state funding remains tight.

As part of the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium, Michigan is one of 31 states drafting tests that cover more subjects grade-to-grade than the current high school Michigan Merit Exam or the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) tests taken by elementary and middle school students.

School districts still will be able to use paper tests through the 2017-18 school year, if they can’t meet the deadline. But the pressure’s on to move to the online tests because they’ll allow individual students’ progress to be measured year to year, a key component of Snyder’s plan to eventually tie state funding and teacher evaluations to whether each student learns a year’s worth material each school year.

According to the Gongwer News Service, the consortium program would add math and reading tests for grades 8 through 11 to the tests already conducted from grades 3 through 7, and add the writing component to tests administered in grades 3 through 11.

The state also is developing reading, math and writing assessments that could be used for students in kindergarten through grade 2, as well as assessments for science and social studies curriculum taught in grades 3 through 12.

Testifying in July to a bipartisan education reform group in

the House of Representatives, the director of the Education Department’s Bureau of Assessment and Accountability, Joseph Martineau, said many districts don’t have the information technology structure in place to support moving all their students off the paper tests at one time.

Wotruba says he knows of many school districts that will have a difficult time getting all their students enough computer time to take the tests, even if districts are allowed to stretch the testing period over weeks or months. And having enough computers is just one part of the equation.

“I need the broadband width, I need the wireless speed for that many kids to take the test at once,” he said. “I think (school districts) are far from ready to move the vast majority of kids to online assessment.”

Rustem says the grants are intended to help school districts look for ways to forge partnerships with each other, their intermediate school districts or the state that will make it easier to upgrade their technology and administer the tests.

“Technology gives us a way to track not only individual progress) but … school progress,” Rustem says. “We just have to keep pushing, trying to get there, realizing there’s going to be challenges.”

Editor’s Note: Kathy Barks Hoffman is a contributor to Bridge magazine, an editorial partner of the Michigan Chronicle. Hoffman covered Michigan government and politics for more than two decades as a reporter for the Detroit News, the Lansing State Journal and the Associated Press, where she headed AP’s Lansing Bureau for nearly 17 years.

She now works for the Public Affairs Practice of public relations firm Lambert, Edwards & Associates.

Mark Tillman to take the helm of Alpha Phi Alpha

By Donald Walker Judge Damon Keith, Judge Craig Strong and Former Mayor of Detroit Dennis Archer are a few of the many notable men from this great city. And now we can add one more name to that list…Mark Tillman the general president elect of the oldest Black Greek fraternity in the world.

During the weekend of January 3-6, Detroit will host the inauguration of Mark Tillman. Alphas from far and near will descend upon the city to pay honor and celebrate this man who hails originally from New Orleans but since 1989 has been and continues to be a Detroiter.

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U-M renews funding for Africa Studies Center ANN ARBOR —Some think of Africa as a land of endless war, poverty and disease. The Economist magazine once dismissed it as “the hopeless continent.”

But the University of Michigan has a sharply different view. It sees the challenges but also recognizes the promise and opportunities in Africa, which has actually been booming for much of the past decade.

That’s why the university has renewed $1.8 million in funding over the next three years for its Africa Studies Center.

The money will support research, courses, fellowships and several other initiatives.

Derek Peterson, the center’s acting director, said there are good reasons to be optimistic about Africa.

“Economies are growing, governments are becoming more responsible and people are prospering,” he said.

Eleven of the 20 fastest-growing economies are now in Africa, the International Monetary Fund reported this year.

Last year, the Economist changed its assessment, declaring that Africa is now “the hopeful continent.”

“What the African Studies Center wants to

Tillman is graduate of Dillard Uninversity and a 1985 initiate of the fraternity. He and wife Velicia have been married for 16 years.

do is to help students and faculty realize there is a tremendously exciting knowledge being generated in Africa, by Africans, and that this intellectual, religious, and economic dynamism has real effects on the way the world more generally works,” Peterson said.

• Courses on statistical analysis for African scholars.

He has been a longstanding employee of Hewlett-Packard.

• Rebuilding the school of engineering at the University of Liberia.

U-M has long been a leader in Africa studies, but the university changed its approach after U-M President Mary Sue Coleman led a delegation to the continent in 2008.

• Study-abroad summer programs for engineering students in Ghana.

With his expertise in information technology and current responsibilities that include leading a team of systems engineers to design, build, and test server platform solutions, he provides leadership in determining technical direction, research, analysis, and implementation plans for new technology standards and processes.

In the wake of Coleman’s trip, the Africa Studies Center was founded with a mission to go far beyond the social sciences and humanities—the traditional focus of African centers at most other universities.

U-M’s center began drawing in students and professors from engineering, public health, law, medicine, public policy and many other fields.

• Projects cataloging and preserving government archives in Uganda and South Sudan.

The center has also created the African Scholars Program, which each year brings to Ann Arbor 14 scholars from a variety of disciplines for up to six months of sabbatical research. So far, 61 scholars have participated in the program, and many are collaborating with their U-M mentors.

Peterson said African universities are doing tremendous work rethinking the ways political communities, economies and other things should work.

“No other university that I know of has had as much success or has tried to integrate so many fields of study in the same center for African studies,” Peterson said.

“What the study of Africa helps us see is the other possibilities and the other kinds of opportunities that are emerging at the margins outside the world we are familiar with as North Americans,” he said.

Along with supporting six international conferences and the travel of students and faculty to Africa, the center has funded:

For more about what U-M is doing in Africa, check the university’s interactive global map: http://global.umich.edu/ worldwide/map

Tillman is also chairman for an employee-network group at HP where he promotes and executes programs which enhance professional development and diversity within the IT profession.

He has held numerous positions within the fraternity, most recently he was the Midwest Regional vice president. He was not one to aspire to higher levels of leadership but believes that through your hard work and dedication a person will inspire others to pull you into new and different positions.

“I had the opportunity to be tapped on the shoulder to do greater work because of the results and trust of my previous work.” said Tillman.

His love for service was cultivated at a young age as he was a Cub Scout and Boy Scout for many years.

With that seed of service planted in his heart it stands that Black Greek organizations would catch his eye once he arrived at Dillard University.

Of the fraternities, it was Alpha Phi Alpha that stood out the most for him.

“I would see Alphas at the sporting events and around campus. They carried themselves differently. And when I spoke to the members, they expressed and demonstrated the same values I had,” he said.

His character as a man has impressed many.

“Mark Tillman is a great brother who lives by the principles of manly deeds scholarship and love for all mankind. His presidency can mark a great period of growth for local chapters as well as for chapters nationally. I am looking forward to a brighter future for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.” said Judge Strong, Wayne County Circuit Court.

Tillman believes that being a servant-leader is one of the best forms of leadership one could demonstrate.

“The key to being a servant-leader is you have to roll up your sleeves and get dirty right along with everyone else,” he said.

“There is no greater feeling than to know you accomplished something great and you had a detailed role in making it happen.”

This is the attitude he plans to bring to his leadership of the fraternity on a national level.

“I want to work to conintue to make the fraternity meaningful and relevant to our members, our business partners and the community at-large. I am an innovative thinker and strategist,” he said.

“Not only do you need to think outside of the box but sometimes you may have to throw the box out in order to solve a problem.”

As he prepares to accept the leadership mantle of the fraternity, Mark Tillman’s goals are very clear: value and commitment.

“You have to show commitment. If people don’t believe and you

don’t show you are willing to make certain sacrifices to the cause they won’t feel like they can follow you and that is very important. They have to see the commitment,” he said.

“Members have to feel like they are getting value from the organization and our business partners need to feel that as well. I look for a college member to remain committed to mission of the fraternity long after he graduates.”

His vision is to harness the individual experiences, ideas and skill sets of each member into a collective force that can be used to support each member and their network.

Tillman is also looking to touch the causes the organization feels needs attention, primarly our young Black men.

“They need to see and experience professional Black men in their life.

For us as an organzition we need to show we can mentor our Black boys and that we are a positive force for our community and country,” he explained.

“Brother Tillman being elected general president gives us the opportunity to showcase our brotherhood, fellowship and service to the world. Brother Tillman is who we are and what we are. We are very hard workers who care about our families and our community,” said Burke Gaddis, president of Gamma Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha.

You can feel the pride Mark Tillman has in representing Detroit as general president.

“We have a strong Greek letter community in Detroit and it is an honor to represent one of the divine nine from this area,” he said. “ “I’m looking forward to respecting the leadership and the traditions of our organization and the city of Detroit as well.”

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Opportunities to embrace the change and find a way to participate in it.

We can’t just make a fuss from the sidelines and throw rocks at the players on the field. We have an obligation to ask smart questions and make suggestions.

We also have a responsibility to challenge our business and political leaders and hold them accountable for training and hiring people here in Detroit. Ultimately, this should also be about more than jobs; it should be about ownership and entrepreneurial opportunities as well.

I am very pleased with the resurgence of Midtown and downtown Detroit and Midtown, the ongoing Riverfront developments, what Pete Karmanos and Mike Illitch have meant to this town, Dan Gilbert’s buying spree and the many shops and restaurants popping up.

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the city’s Downtown Development Authority to capture funds that will be used to help Mike Ilitch, owner of the Tigers and Red Wings, with his proposed $650-million sports and entertainment complex. There is also a bill that will help the Eastern Market to get funding to expand Shed 5, which will help them give assistance to those who make food products locally.

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Governor Snyder said this is just the beginning for what he has planned for Detroit. There will be an estimated 25, 789 jobs created by the signing of the bills, which the governor said he hopes will go to Detroit residents. He talked about the need for proper training for people as these projects get off the ground.

“The operative word is partnership,” said Detroit Mayor Dave Bing. “Without all of us coming to the table, it would have been difficult for us to be here today.”

With the creation of the Regional Transit Authority, the city will finally get an effective rapid transit system that it so desperately needs. It will serve as a channel for millions in federal funds.

There will also be a lightrail line that will run from the Detroit River to the New Center area. The cost is estimated to be somewhere around $25 mil-

Labor cause the state is the birthplace of one of the country’s most powerful labor groups, the United Auto Workers. Founded in 1935, the union organized auto workers, winning wages and benefits that transformed assembly-line work into solid middle-class jobs.

“So-called right-towork laws are wrong for our state,” said UAW Vice President Jimmy Settles, in an e-mail to the Chronicle. “They are more a political maneuver than a vehicle for gaining more jobs and rights. They destroy workplace democracy and drive down wages for all workers, unionized or not.”

Gov. Snyder, a former computer executive who campaigned as a moderate in the 2010 election, had said for nearly two years that right-to-work was too divisive for Michigan, but said he would sign a law if the legislature passed it. After the election he tried to get labor leaders and Republicans together to discuss a compromise, but he said those talks failed.

“We are part of a coalition and are looking into other options as regard to right-to-work,” said Garrett. “Should we go to court? Many things are on the table. We will be agitating for a better form of government as to who is in the House and the Senate. Look at the number of laws that have been passed by these lame duckers in this short of period of time and how sweeping they are. Abortion, gun rights…you name it, they did it. We have to talk about some form of reform.”

Labor Department figures show that unionized workers earn more and have better benefits than their non-union counterparts. But the number of American workers who are in labor unions is in sharp decline.

In Michigan, the share of unionized workers has dropped from 28.4 percent to 17.5 percent since 1985. Meanwhile, the nation’s struggle to hold on to manufacturing jobs and

“This is something that has been 40 years in the making,” Snyder said.

“I’m glad we got it done.

This was a great partnership. ” This is not the first time the state and the city have tried to create a Regional Transit Authority that would bring such a long overdue need to Detroit – it is 24th.

The next bill the governor signed was a bill signed that will allow the city of Detroit to establish a public lighting authority to run its lighting systems. Members will be appointed to the new authority.

“The first thing we need to do is get the right people to come to the table,” said Mayor Bing during the press conference. “From a political standpoint we are pretty much on the same page.

And because of that… things have started to develop.”

From page A-1 the travails of the auto industry made Michigan an economic basket case long before the recession. After the downturn hit, unemployment in the state peaked at 14.2 percent and now stands at 9.1 percent, far above the national average.

With increasing numbers of working Americans who must make do with falling wages, frozen pensions and long periods of joblessness, it is unclear whether they consider unions their allies. And union leaders have said it is too soon to predict how the new laws would affect their membership and recruiting.

Presently, Detroit automakers are covered by existing labor contracts and will not be able to stop paying union fees until those deals lapse, which are in place until September 2015.

The vote ended a swift change of fortune for the forces of organized labor throughout the state. Unions and their supporters spent more than $22 million to back a ballot measure last month that would have guaranteed collective bargaining rights in the state Constitution, only to see it resoundingly defeated.

The rejection emboldened the Republican House and Senate. Sensing an opening, supporters pushed to have the legislature pass the rightto-work measure. Then and only then did Gov. Snyder, who had previously expressed ambivalence, come out in favor of it.

Freedom is not the unions’ friend. After Colorado required public-employees’ unions in 2001 to have annual votes reauthorizing the collection of dues, membership in the Colorado Association of Public Employees declined 70 percent.

After Indiana’s government stopped in 2005 collecting dues from unionized public employees, the number of dues-paying members plummeted 90 percent.

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The mayor also said that getting the lights back on throughout the city will be done in phases, and he said the city hopes to start phase one sometimes in 2013.

He intimated that it could take up to three years for the entire project to be completed.

“The whole grid system needs to be changed,” said Bing.

Of the city’s 85,000 streetlights, it is estimated that half them are off, which has created a public safety issue.

“People keep asking me, ‘When are you going to turn the lights on?’

Well, I’m not God, I don’t have that kind of power,” Bing said. “I don’t want people to think the lights are going to come on next week, there still is a lot of work to be done.”

The Downtown Development Authority will look to net approximately $12 million a year – that will be used to help pay for the infrastructure cost for the Ilitch development, which will be a sports and entertainment complex, that will include a new arena for the Detroit Red Wings.

“Now we can start talking about the good things happening in Detroit,” Bing said. “Too often we talk about the bad things and the financial crises that we are in. We have been writing about and reporting about it for over three years…it hasn’t changed. Get a new story.”

These are good people doing their part, but it won’t be enoughto spur a true renaissance if the job and contracting opportunities do not benefit the everyday folk in Detroit. That’s not divisive talk or setting up an “us versus them” debate, that’s just real talk.

Furthermore, we have been very supportive of the governor and the corporate community, who have worked very hard to bring Detroit back from the brink of

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non-relevance.

Despite everything, Detroit is headed in the right direction and we need to keep it that way. We have to move ahead, figure out what everyone agrees on and negotiate the differences.

So, as publisher of the Michigan Chronicle, I am calling for Detroiters not to be distracted by the endless stream of negative news that comes from the mainstream media or the divisive politics that sometimes comes out of Lansing. That is just the sideshow. But keep your eyes on the slow but substantive change that is happening in Detroit and embrace it.

Let’s stay focused on how we as Detroiters can prepare ourselves to directly participate in the economic opportunities that will be coming our way.

If Detroit is to be a world-class city again, we need to find a way to improve the lives of everyone here.

Detroit, the train is leaving the station. But the good news is that if we position ourselves correctly, we can catch it and help lead it back to greatness. But to do this, we need a seat at the table.

Hiram E. Jackson is the publisher of the Michigan Chronicle and CEO of Real Times Media.

Detroit coming year will presage things to come for a long time in Detroit. The city is pregnant with possibilities that have consequences either for the good and betterment of the city or for the bad or worse. The last couple of years have seen Detroit dwindle despite its resilient spirit. From the Census report that showed a dramatic population loss to the turnover of administrations at a city hall manacled in corruption, all have been clouded by the financial distress the city is in.

The inability of the city to correct its own books not only concerns those hard-pressed taxpayers who are getting fewer and fewer services, but also sends a wrong signal to those looking to invest in Detroit. In a series of private conversations with concerned residents, the question always comes up, “When will the city get its act together?”

That has been the haunting question for too long. How the city navigates its sometimes tense relationship with the state will help decide how much involvement Lansing will have in the affairs of Michigan’s largest city — the city whose struggles and challeng-

From page A-1 es have come to define Southeast Michigan and the rest of the state.

Gov. Rick Snyder and Mayor Dave Bing struck a relationship at the beginning of the governor’s tenure that has sometimes been rocky in the fight over the financial stability of the city.

That public clash over the financial measures the city should take to be solvent was evident after Gov. Snyder and Mayor Bing appeared on different occasions at Wayne County Community College District Global Conversation Speaker Series to speak on the state of Detroit. At the downtown campus of WCCCD, both men spoke about their desire to see Detroit grow and education being a crucial part of that growth.

How these two men move Detroit into a space of economic resurgence has been the subject of public debate in the last 12 months. And the debate must continue in the public square, allowing for all ideas to be tested. Detroit has to grow collectively, not selectively. It has to grow with ideas, not political posturing.

For the city to become a thriving 21st century

metropolis, it has to change and evolve in many ways. That change doesn’t translate into changing how the entire apparatus of local government works. The change means putting people in key positions who are capable, understand and can relate to the rapidly growing 21st century challenges and be ready to meet them on behalf of the 700,000 that live in the city, as well as the businesses invested in the city.

Bankole Thompson is editor of the Michigan Chronicle and the author of the forthcoming book “Rising From the Ashes: Engaging Detroit’s Future With Courage.” His book “Obama and Black Loyalty,” published in 2010, follows his recent book, “Obama and Christian Loyalty” with an epilogue

by Bob Weiner, former White House spokesman.

Thompson is a political news analyst at WDET101.9FM (NPR affiliate) and a member of the weekly “Obama Watch” Sunday evening roundtable on WLIB-1190AM New York and simulcast in New Jersey and Connecticut. E-mail bthompson@michronicle.com or visit his personal page at www.bankolethompson. com.

December 26, 2012

COMBINED NOTICE NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS AND PERSONS:

Notice of Intent to Request a Release of Funds Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) 735 East Michigan Avenue Lansing, Michigan 48912 Phone: (517) 241-7207 TTY No.: (800) 382-4568 On or about January 14, 2013 the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) will request the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to release Federal funds under Section 8 (o)(13) of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(13)) as amended, for the following development: Scotten Park – Detroit/Wayne County 32 Units New Construction 8 Project Based Voucher (PBV) Assisted Units $307,813 Capital Magnet Fund Loan $6,331,604Low Income Housing Tax Credit $6,659,417 Total Development Cost MSHDA intends to award to Scotten Park Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership up to 8 units of Project Based Voucher (PBV) rental assistance. The proposed development will consist of 24 three-bedroom and 8 two-bedroom units constructed in 31 townhomes and 1 single family detached home, located in southwest Detroit, Wayne County. Eight units are reserved for permanent supportive housing and will receive project based voucher assistance. The target population for this project is families and individuals with incomes between 30% and 60% of area median income.

All units supported with project based vouchers will be targeted to homeless, chronically homeless, and homeless with special needs.

Notice of FONSI MSHDA also gives notice that it has been determined that the release of funds for the above development will not constitute an action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment and accordingly MSHDA has decided not to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA, 42 USC 4321). The reasons for the decision not to prepare such a Statement are as follows: No significant environmental adverse impacts or hazards were identified in the course of the environmental review.

An Environmental Review Record respecting the proposed development has been made by MSHDA, which documents the environmental review of the proposed development and more fully sets forth the reasons why such a Statement is not required. This Environmental Review Record is on file at MSHDA, 735 E. Michigan, Lansing, Michigan 48912. The records are available for public examination and copying upon request between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please contact Daniel Lince of MSHDA at (517) 335-0183 or TTY no. (800) 382-4568 for further information.

No further environmental review of such development is proposed to be conducted prior to the request for release of Federal funds.

Public Comments on Finding All interested agencies, groups, and persons disagreeing with this decision are invited to submit written comments for consideration.

Such written comments should be received at MSHDA’s address listed above on or before January 11, 2013. All such comments so received will be considered and MSHDA will not request the release of Federal funds or take any administrative action on the proposed project prior to the date specified in the preceding sentence.

Release of Funds Scotten Park LDHA Limited Partnership will undertake the development described above with PBV rental assistance. The PBV program is authorized

by Section 8 (o)(13) of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(13)). MSHDA is certifying to HUD that MSHDA and Scott Woosley MSHDA’s Executive Director and Christopher L. LaGrand MSHDA’S Deputy Director, are consenting to accept the jurisdiction of Federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to environmental reviews, decision making, and action; and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. The legal effect of the certification is that upon its approval Scotten Park LDHA Limited Partnership may use the PBV assistance, and HUD will have satisfied its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969

Objections Release of Funds HUD will consider objections to its release of funds and MSHDA certification received by January 29, 2013 or a period of fifteen days following its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of MSHDA; (b) MSHDA had omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) a grant recipient or other participants in the project have committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to: Keith E. Hernandez, HUD Detroit Area Office, 477 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226. Potential objectors should contact MSHDA to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Scott Woosley, Executive Director Christopher LaGrand, Deputy Director Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) 735 East Michigan Avenue

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Kindle Fire HD/Nook HD: They cost the same ($199) and pretty much do exactly the same thing. Which one you’ll actually choose is going to depend on where you spend the majority of your money: Amazon or Barnes & Noble? The Kindle Fire HD and Nook HD are great starter tablets without the price of a full-sized iPad or the $329 iPad mini.

Kindle Paperwhite and Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight: It was inevitable that both Amazon and Barnes & Noble would want to usher in a new type of e-reader for those folks who just wanted to read.

Google’s Nexus 7: If you want the size of a Kindle Fire HD and Nook HD, but some real processing power under the hood, look no further than the Nexus 7.

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App of the year What has already been a big year for “Star Wars” fans got even better with “Angry Birds: Star Wars.” This one did the impossible: it improved on “Angry Birds” with lightsabers, blasters, and the Force.

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‘NBA Baller Beats’ demo now available on Xbox Live Majesco Entertainment Company, an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, recently announced that NBA Baller Beats, the first ever motion-based sports video game where you use a REAL ball to develop REAL skills, is now a playable demo on the Xbox LIVE online entertainment network for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Want to raise your game and test out your ball-handling skills? The free demo gives gamers the option to select between three difficulty settings (Rookie, Pro, and Baller), one of two music tracks (“Catch ‘Em By Surprise”

by Tiesto vs. Diplo ft. Busta Rhymes and

in-game tutorial hosted by two time NBA champion and Emmy Award-winning TNT NBA analyst Kenny Smith. A basketball is required to play the game or demo, and players can use almost any basketball or other type of ball as long as it is the general size and shape of a basketball.

“Bust a Move” by Young MC), choose their favorite official NBA franchise, and play in either Single or Multiplayer gameplay modes.

NBA Baller Beats, is available now for the new MSRP of $39.99 at all major retailers, and comes packaged with an official NBA game ball replica from Spalding. In addition, gamers now have the choice to download the full version of NBA Baller Beats through Games on

Players that download the demo on Xbox LIVE can experience the extensive

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The innovative and firstof-its-kind game features a 30-song set list spanning different decades and genres worth of hits with acts such as LMFAO, Kanye West, Wiz Khalifa, Lady Gaga, Rise Against, Young MC and Skrillex (among

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Real Ball. Real Skills.

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For more information about NBA Baller Beats, visit www.NBABallerBeats.com or follow them on Twitter @NBABallerBeats.

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It’s Write a Business Plan Month: How to include your marketing strategy

By Marsha Friedman

CACU branch managers Monique Dunbar and Shandel Small take a break.

December is National Write a Business Plan Month — so designated to encourage unhappy employees to become their own satisfied bosses.

Whether your goal is to own your own business, become a consultant, a speaker or an author, you’ll need to start with a business plan.

Even if you launched your business years ago, it’s important to revisit and refresh your plan. In recent years, the economy, technology and consumer habits have changed rapidly and dramatically, affecting every aspect of your business.

That makes it absolutely vital to re-evaluate your shortand long-term strategies.

One of the most critical elements of any business plan is your marketing strategy. Too often, people don’t think through that all-important component with the same rigor they tackle aspects like projected cash flow and longterm goals.

Or, they do put thought and effort into planning for market research, promotion and positioning - and then never follow through on their great ideas.

CACU staff and their family clean up an alley in Highland Park.

Highland Park Clean-up a success

The Highland Park United Neighborhood Association recently conducted the second City-Wide Clean-up initiative to rid the alleys and vacant lots of overgrowth tree branches, weeds and other debris that has overwhelmed the city.

Crews of various community businesses and residents were given assignments all over the city to help clean up neighborhood streets and alleys from many of the blighted sections of Highland Park.

These areas have been

abandoned in recent years due in part to the housing market challenges that still exist in the city.

One of the crews was comprised of ten Communicating Arts Credit Union employees and their families including CACU Highland Park branch manager Shandel Small.

Small and her co-workers pitched in to help remove rubbish and other debris strewn throughout an alley in back of Louise St. on Highland Park’s northwest side.

“While working in Highland Park, I’ve developed

a strong personal connection to the city. Projects like this one deepen that connection and also give my kids a great opportunity to volunteer and be inspired to give back to the community,” said Small.

The continued success of these clean-up efforts depends on local organizations like CACU and Highland Park citizens who are committed to rolling up their sleeves and being active participants in the revitalization of this proud city.

One problem is that most entrepreneurs (or professionals or authors) don’t have marketing experience. They may be skilled tradesmen, savvy financial advisers or talented writers - the expertise they plan to build their business around - but they’re not marketers. Some don’t realize that executing a solid marketing strategy is essential to any venture’s success; others know it’s important but don’t know where to begin.

Here’s why it’s so important: You may have the book that changes the way business is done, or the product that solves a problem for lots of consumers, but if no one knows about it, they can’t come looking for it. Mar-

keting is the fundamental building block of any business; it’s what drives the business, so it can’t be an afterthought.

The marketing component of your business plan should include a budget for time (if you’re going to tackle the job yourself) and/or money.

You need a timetable and a professional website that attracts visitors and makes it easy for them to learn more about you, your product, book or service -- and equally easy to purchase what you’re selling.

Here are some other points to consider as you’re developing your marketing plan: • What is my message?

Your message needs to be more than “My product is great.” What’s the problem it solves? If you’re a professional, what’s the value you and your service offer? How are you different from your competition? As an example: At EMSI, we create visibility and credibility for our clients using a payfor-performance model that guarantees media exposure and sets us apart from our peers.

• Who is my audience?

Unless you have a niche product, consider your potential audience in terms of ever-expanding ripples. For instance, a collapsible coffeepot may be just the thing for a college student’s tiny dorm room. That’s your initial target audience. But his parents and grandparents, who are helping outfit that dorm room, might also be audiences. If they’ve downsized their living quarters, they might just want one for themselves, too. In fact, it could be great for campers, boaters - anyone living in a small space.

• Which are the appropriate media outlets for a PR campaign? Social media is great for niche products because online forums build communities around common interests. Daytime TV talk

shows tend to have audiences with lots of women.

Most newspaper readers are now 55 or older. Once you have decided who your audience is, figure out what they’re watching, listening to, reading, and doing online, then customize your message for that medium and audience.

• What’s your budget?

When you’ve answered these questions, you should be able to determine how much marketing you can do yourself (if you’ll be doing any at all) and how much you’ll need help with. If you’re handling it yourself, budget for the time it will take to do things like keeping your website active with fresh blog posts once or twice a week; posting content on social media; developing pitches to get print, radio or TV interested. If you plan to pay a professional for marketing services, use your marketing plan to explore the costs and timetable, and budget accordingly.

Whether you’re launching a dream or strengthening your existing business, you need to lay a good foundation with a solid plan. If marketing isn’t an important component of that plan, your rocket to the moon will likely fizzle and fade.

Marsha Friedman is a 22-year veteran of the public relations industry.

She is the CEO of EMSI Public Relations (www. emsincorporated.com), a national firm that provides PR strategy and publicity services to corporations, entertainers, authors and professional firms. She is the author of “Celebritize Yourself: The 3-Step Method to Increase Your Visibility and Explode Your Business” and she can also be heard weekly on her Blog Talk radio show, EMSI’s “PR Insider,” every Thursday at 3 p.m. EST.

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NEI, transforming region Since its inception in 2008, The New Economy Initiative (NEI) has sought to leverage $100 million pooled from 10 leading philanthropic organizations and businesses to reshape and redefine the economic landscape of Detroit and Southeast Michigan.

verage its investments in ways that are jump starting sectors of the region’s economy while embracing and engaging often-overlooked minority, ethnic and immigrant communities. One of the beneficiaries of the NEI’s vision has been New Michigan Media (NMM).

This unique collaboration, aligning the exper Conceived in 2008 by tise and resources of The Wayne State University Community Foundation professor Hayg Oshagan for Southeast Michigan, as a way to harness the The Max & Marjorie Fisher individual voices of ethnic Foundation, The Ford Founand minority media into dation, The Hudson-Webber a strong collective, New Foundation, The W.K. KelMichigan Media’s foundlogg Foundation, The John Hayg Oshagan ing members are the editors and publishers of the S. & James L. Knight Foundation, The Kresge Foundation, Mc- region’s ethnic newspapers — Bankole Gregor Fund, The Charles Stewart Mott Thompson, senior editor of The MichiFoundation and The Skillman Founda- gan Chronicle; Osama Siblani, publisher tion, has been propelling a transforma- of The Arab American News; Elias Guition of the area’s economy — with em- terrez, publisher of The Latino Press; phasis on reclaiming its entrepreneurial Arthur Horwitz, publisher of The Jewish and innovation-driven roots — while News; and Tack Yong-Kim, publisher of also tackling its top-down, heavy-indus- the Michigan Korean Weekly — have estry/automotive culture. tablished common ground on an array In its heyday, Detroit was the Silicon of domestic issues, many relating to enValley of America, a place where creativi- trepreneurship, immigration and small ty, innovation and calculated risk-taking business development. were as much a part of the environment as busy factories belching smoke while churning out automobile parts. Detroit symbolized the opportunity inherent in “the American Dream” and attracted inventors and raw muscle from around the country and the world.

Entrepreneurial minorities and immigrants turned slag captured from blast furnaces into paving material for road beds, scrap metal from factories into global recycling enterprises, oil-soaked rags into linen supply companies, pushcarts selling sandwiches into restaurant chains.

But over the years, the region failed at incubating new businesses as established ones aged, educating its workforce for the jobs of tomorrow, and keeping a welcome mat out for enterprising and hard-working newcomers. Launched just as the region’s auto-centric economy and flagship city were hurtling toward contraction and bankruptcy, the NEI could have become a “too little, too late” attempt to salvage the status quo.

Instead, the NEI has been able to le-

Embracing the important role immigrant, minority and ethnic communities play in driving the region’s economy, the NEI has supported New Michigan Media with a grant that enables business entrepreneurs from each community — almost 150 in total — to be identified, featured and celebrated. Posting their stories via the NEI-funded Southeast Michigan Start-Up website exposes their hard work and success to the entire region.

While NEI’s vision is delivering obvious benefits to Detroit and Southeast Michigan, some of these benefits are less apparent but no less important.

Through its investment in New Michigan Media, NEI is addressing one of the region’s most nagging obstacles — a diverse-but-segregated culture. And that investment in New Michigan Media has created a special dividend. New Michigan Media members are now working together as colleagues and friends, bringing our communities together with each other and the region and creating a model for collaboration unique in America.

Murder in the American family

By Bill Johnson We live in a violent age.

Ruthless, wanton and gratuitous violence is at intolerably high levels.

would still be plenty left for every criminal since thievery and the black market provide them with all the guns they need.

Collectively, the vio Recently, we experilence, the tragedy and the enced a senseless slaughsuffering are telling indicater by an apparently mentors of the bleakness and tally deranged gunman who perversity that have become went into an elementary an everyday fact of suburschool in Newtown, Conn., ban and city life. The disinand used a high-powered tegration of the traditional rifle to kill 20 children and family, increasing poverty, six adults, including his deteriorating schools and mother. The incident folthe enormity of the drug lowed the horrendous mass problem are contributing murder at a movie theater in factors. Guns are the weapColorado, at a Sikh temple ons of choice within this in Wisconsin, at a manufacculture. Until these patholturer in Minneapolis. More ogies are reversed, these than 60 mass murders have Bill Johnson homegrown predators will been carried out with firefind a way to kill and maim no matter arms across America in the last several how many controls society tries to place decades. on guns.

Closer to home, we also have a dif- Detroit is paralyzed. Few suggestions ferent, but no less gruesome massacre on how to lead young people away from taking place. Detroit’s reputation as a corrupting influences and impose strict mean and dangerous place has been re- order on their lives are submitted by inforced day-in, day-out since the mid- community organizations, civic groups, 1980s when gun-related violence became churches or policy-makers. Realistic the leading cause of morbidity and mor- plans to make streets safe aren’t articutality among the city’s young. The city lated by law enforcement entities. Viohas recorded more than 365 homicides lence is generally viewed as uncontrolthis year, which is more per capita than lable or inevitable even under the most in New York, a city with more than 10 favorable circumstances. times Detroit’s population.

Therefore, thousands of residents The most frightening aspect of the live behind bars and elaborate security violence is its randomness. It is led by systems, prisoners in their own homes. an inner city underclass unlike any in Left to accept the carnage as a way of the city’s past. Our neighborhoods are life, residents drift into frightened sibreeding grounds for generations of de- lence and prolonged mourning. moralized, idle, rootless young men who feel empowered only by possession of Rather than signal hopelessness, deadly weapons. The aggressive, brutal however, these incidents should arouse style of their violence is carried out frustrated communities to lay siege to the deadly culture of violence. without conscience.

Each time a mass murder occurs, One counterattack on armed criminal there is an outcry from the anti-gun warfare could involve identifying, targetlobby, which raises questions over the ing and incarcerating the most chronic need for tougher gun control. Some offenders for a long time. As long as lawmakers want military-style assault there are bad guys on the streets, they will find guns to use. And as long as weapons banned. fear of violence is so high, law-abiding Arguably, it would be nice to think citizens will want to buy guns to protect that symbolic gestures would persuade themselves. predators to change their behavior. But tougher gun laws hold a false promise. In the final analysis, government has Nothing prevents Detroit from drowning a responsibility to protect the public from predators. But as we have become in illegal firearms. painfully aware, government can only do In many instances, officers on the so much to prevent people from being street find themselves outgunned. In- massacred at the hands of their own creasingly caches of AK-47s are seized children. from criminals. But research shows that if 90 percent of guns disappeared, there

Violence is ‘as American as cherry pie’

By George Curry

He said, “Can we honestly say that we’re doing In the late 1960s, Black enough to keep our chilrevolutionary H. Rap Brown, dren — all of them — safe now known as Jamil Abdulfrom harm? Can we claim, lah al-Amin, was often as a nation, that we’re quoted as saying violence all together there, letting is “as American as cherry them know that they are pie.” More than 40 years loved, and teaching them after the Student Non-Vioto love in return? Can we lent Coordinating Commitsay that we’re truly doing tee (SNCC) firebrand made enough to give all the chilthat pronouncement, the dren of this country the numbers support his asserchance they deserve to live tion. out their lives in happiness and with purpose? I’ve According to the Brady been reflecting on this the Campaign to Prevent Gun last few days, and if we’re Violence, nearly 100,000 honest with ourselves, the people in the U.S. are shot answer is no. We’re not each year in murders, as- George Curry doing enough. And we will saults, suicides, accidents or by law enforcement officials. Of the have to change.”

31,593 who died in 2008 from gun vio- In the wake of the latest shooting lence, 2,179 were murdered; 18,223 spree, even some longtime National killed themselves; 592 were killed ac- Rifle Association supporters are saying cidently; 326 were killed during police we need more stringent gun laws. intervention and 273 died, but the intent Senator Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West was unknown.

Va.) — who has an “A” rating from the The report shows that 66,769 sur- NRA — said on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” vived gun injuries, including 44,466 who “I just came with my family from deer were injured in a gun attack; 3,013 were hunting. I’ve never had more than three injured during a suicide attempt; 18,610 shells in a clip. Sometimes you don’t get were shot accidently and 679 were shot more than one shot anyway at a deer. It’s during police intervention. common sense. It’s time to move beyond On average, according to the Brady rhetoric. We need to sit down and have a common sense discussion and move in Campaign: a reasonable way.”

• Every day, 270 people in America, 47 of them children and teens, are shot in Even Rupert Murdock, CEO of News murders, assaults, suicides, accidents Corp., asked rhetorically on his Twitter account, “When will politicians find and police intervention; courage to ban automatic weapons?”

• Every day, 87 people die from gun vio- Murdock’s media empire includes Fox lence, 33 of them murdered; News, which strongly advocates pro-gun • Every day, eight children and teens positions. die from gun violence; Although it may not seem like it, • Every day, 183 people are shot, but America is less violent than it was two decades ago, according the FBI crime stasurvive their gun injuries and tistics. The homicide rate, which peaked • Every day, 38 children and teens are at 10 per 100,000 in the early 1990s, is shot, but survive their gun injuries. now about half that rate. However, the Every time there is mass murder, same can’t be said of mass murders, dethere are flashbacks to earlier killings: fined as involving the deaths of at least The University of Texas tower sniper in four people.

1966, the 1986 post office shootings in James Alan Fox, professor of crimiEdmond, Oklahoma that inspired the nology, law and public policy at Northterm “going postal,” the Columbine High eastern University in Boston, said there massacre in 1999, the deadly shooting is no pattern with mass murders. He spree at Virginia Tech in 2007, the Fort said there were 645 mass-murder events Hood Texas mass murder in 2009, the between 1976 and 2010. weird-look on the face of Jared Loughner after he fatally shot six people and Even at its greatly reduced level, the injured 12 others last year, including U.S. is far more violent than other highCongresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, in income countries. Data from the World Health Organization for 2003 from 23 Tucson. heavily populated high-income coun This year has seen an unusual tries showed that the U.S had far higher number of high-profile shootings. In rates of firearm deaths than the other 22 April, three Black people were killed and countries studied. two more injured in Tulsa as part of a hate crime. In July, 12 people were killed In fact, of the 23 countries examined, and 58 were injured in Aurora, Colorado 80 percent of all firearm deaths occurred at the midnight premier of the Batman in the U.S., 86 percent of all women movie, “The Dark Knight Rises.” And killed by firearms were females living in in August, seven people were killed at the United States and of all children 14 three injured at a Sikh temple in a Mil- and under killed by firearms, 87 percent of them were in the U.S. waukee suburb.

Other terrorizing acts also come to mind, including Timothy McVeigh’s 1995 bombing of the federal building in Oklahoma City and Ted Kaczynski, the Harvard-educated “Unabomber,” who was sentenced to eight consecutive life sentences in 1998 for killing three people and injuring 23 others over a 20year period.

And now a mass slaughter at an elementary school.

At a prayer vigil Sunday night in Newtown, Conn., for the 20 children, most of them 6 or 7 years old, and six adults, President Obama said it is time to explore what can be done to curb gun violence.

Speaking in Connecticut, Obama said, “Since I’ve been president, this is the fourth time we have come together to comfort a grieving community torn apart by a mass shooting. The fourth time we’ve hugged survivors. The fourth time we’ve consoled the families of victims. And in between, there have been an endless series of deadly shootings across the country, almost daily reports of victims, many of them children, in small towns and big cities all across America, victims whose, much of the time, their only fault was being in the wrong place at the wrong time.”

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OLHSA announces Walk for Warmth

In its golden year anniversary, the 23rd annual Walk for Warmth on Feb. 23, OLHSA’s Oakland Walk for Warmth is seeking supporters old and new to help keep the heat on in our neighbors’ homes this winter. Join the fun at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets starting at 8:30 a.m.

This is the second year that the Oakland event has partnered with Genisys Credit Union as premier sponsor. Says Linda Zabik of Genisys, public relations manager and fundraising chairperson, “Supporting Walk for Warmth has become a staple of the Genisys brand. It’s a great event in line with our mission and every year our employees, members, and the community have a great time at the event.” Rocking live entertainment and shopping discounts at various outlet stores throughout the mall will be a main draw to the 1,100+ walkers.

‘From The Vision Through the Victory’ “From The Vision Through the Victory “ Phase Five, a pastoral banquet honoring the Rev. Eddie J. Patterson and First Lady Gloria Patterson was recently held at the Lakeland Manor in St. Clair Shores. O’Neil D. Swanson Sr., president and CEO, Swanson Funeral Homes Inc. was a special guest. Pictured (from left) are Lorene Wilson, Shawn Balemor, First Lady Gloria Patterson, Pastor Eddie Patterson, O’ Neil D. Swanson Sr., Dale Studemire, Min. Delores Coles, and Horace Smith. The event was hosted by the New Greater Zion Hill.

people warm. What better way to be part of the solution than joining Walk for Warmth raise money for this very cause?”

The Livingston event will see family friendly entertainment including Buzz Elliott from WHMIFM as emcee, a walktill-you-drop soundtrack provided by local DJ Kurt

Lewis, and much more.

An exciting new feature walkers will love is free personalized fundraising web pages, available for each walker. “Now walkers can activate a free, custom page and personalize it so they can gather their donations online through email or social media,” said Ronald B. Borngesser, OLHSA CEO. “It’s the next step for our fundraising and we hope

The Livingston Walk for Warmth will be at the Hartland Educational Support Service Center on February 9, 2013. Stellar community support is enjoyed by this event and real estate professional and fundraising chairperson Candye Hinton wants to see that support ramped up even more than usual.

“The need is so high right now for emergency utility assistance – keeping

God and social media

By Sheila Thomas

dience that you want to reach, you need to adapt and adjust. Butler agreed.

“If you want to reach our youth, you have to use social media,” he said.

“Paul said to become a Jew to the Jews and a Greek to the Greeks.”

“In 2010, 84 million Americans accessed the Internet through mobile devices, and this number is expected to double by 2014.” In addition, “In a few years, smartphones, netbooks and tablet computers will be the primary means of accessing the internet…”

These statements come straight out of the book, “Management Information Systems – Managing the Digital Firm,” by Kenneth C. Laudon and Jane P. Laudon. While I have used my Android phone extensively, since I bought it during the spring of 2011, I believe that I am one of those that could have easily been left behind. I say this because I was one of the last people I know (besides my mom) to acquire a cellphone of any kind. However the reason I upgraded from a tiny cellphone that only functioned as a phone, to my relatively new LG Optimus Android, was that I suddenly had a desire to stay connected with the rest of the world at all times, via social media. What better way to do so than to purchase a smartphone?

Believe me, I have come a long way! As a current MBA student at Lawrence Technological University, taking management information systems, I am constantly being reminded of how far we have come, especially those of my generation, who were babies during the 60’s 70’s and 80’s, who have been forced to keep up with the changing times.

As a Christian, I have often sat in awe, thinking of the times we are living in, and of how easy God has made it , for us to spread the gospel throughout all the earth.

Think about it – we don’t have to travel hundreds and thousands of miles to spread the gospel to all the earth. We don’t even have to spend lots of postage, mailing tracts to people in other lands.

If we do things properly, we can spread the gospel throughout all the earth from the comfort of our home or office through the Internet and social media. I truly believe that if the Body of Christ does not get it, then we could be left behind.

What a shame it would be for the Body of Christ to miss the opportunity to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to the extent that God wants us to.

So I wanted to get the thoughts of a few leaders

Sheila Thomas and business owners in the Body of Christ, to see what is really going on in the area of God and social media.

Pastor Andre Butler, senior pastor of Word of Faith International Christian Center in Southfield, Michigan, said it best when he stated, “The attributes of a good leader are to learn to listen to those around you, to surround yourself with those who are smarter than you.

When we humble ourselves as a leader, we can enable others to teach us.”

Butler stated that by doing so, a leader can learn what to do to stay ahead of the game. He has even considered offering social media classes to his members. “We want our members to reach out to the world around them,” he stated. “If they are not connected, that can limit their reach.”

Butler went on to state that there are mainly two types of churches using social media – those who do outreach, and those who are either a part of the younger generation, or are listening to what the younger generation has to say.

While listening to the younger generation is key to knowing how to reach them, adjusting to their methods of communication is also important.

Dr. Ken Gadd, owner of Gadd Business Consultants in Dearborn, Michigan, Pastor of St. James United Church of Christ in Casco, Michigan and professor of marketing at Lawrence Technological University, stated “We as people of faith need to adjust to the times and the communication methods to reach the target markets that use these methods. If you’re going to stay in the loop, you have to adjust. If your target market is using social media, it’s not their job to adjust. It’s our job to adjust to how we reach them. If I want to go to France, I need to learn French. If that’s the au-

LaTanya Orr is owner of Selah Branding and Design LLC, a graphic and web design company in Detroit, Michigan. She encourages her clients to use social media. In regards to reaching our youth, she stated, “You definitely have to reach them through this technology. That is how they are being inspired. That is what they are using.

That is what they know,” she said.

“There are kids that can run circles around me on the computer. The youth have adapted to technology and social media.

We would be crazy not to use this medium to reach them.” Orr went on to describe how an 18-month old can easily move and rearrange images on and Ipad. “When she is 18 years old, technology will be even more advanced,” she said. “What are you going to do? You have to move forward. You can’t be left behind.”

Pastor George Adams of After Christ Christian Center in Detroit, Michigan, agrees.

“We are definitely in a different time,” he said. “At one time, our youth were captivated by rap music and now it is social media,” he continued. “What the church has to do is to be creative and look at not just where we are, but where we are going. We cannot be behind.

We must look ahead,” he said.

“We need to use these tools to reach the youth. The enemy has the intent to pervert these tools, but the real intent is to use them to spread the gospel.”

Pam Perry, owner of Ministry Marketing Solutions, in Farmington Hills, Michigan, agrees that social media and technological tools can be used in the wrong manner. “There are a lot of bad things on the web,” she said, “but the whole point of all media –from a bullhorn to television to the radio, is to reach the people with the Message.”

Perry, who has helped business and churches across the nation with their social media strategies, stated that “In Matthew, the Bible says to ‘Go ye into all the world.’

It is part of the Great Commission,” she continued. “What faster way to spread the gospel?”

“However,” Perry said, “People can get distracted if they don’t know the purpose and if they don’t have a strategy.”

We all know of the distractions that Facebook and other social media can provide if we do not take control while we are using it.

“Some people have been on Facebook so much, they had to close their page, “Orr said.

“It can be too distracting if you are not disciplined,” Adams said. “I don’t use social media as a diary, or as a sole medium to express myself,” he said.

Butler stated that social media has provided a new kind of distraction to those attempting to keep a balance between time spent with God and time spent on other daily activities.

Kim Schott, owner of Schott Cultural Consulting in Shelby Township, Michigan, admits that social media can be distracting. Her advice to those who are addicted to social media is to “Get their faith out of Facebook and their face in the Book.” Schott, a Constant Contact business partner, continued, “What it comes down to is that they need to loosen anything in their life that is causing wrong feelings, attitudes and behaviors. Social media has to be one of those things they loosen. They need to bind themselves to the attitudes and patterns of Jesus Christ. Ironically, Schott, who teaches her clients how to use social media tools, says that she has fasted from social media.

“I dedicated a digital fast and a food fast for God,” she said. “For

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Home repair Program (B-1): Rebuilding Together Detroit (RTD) is seeking applications from low-income homeowners in Southwest Detroit who are in need of minor home repair assistance.

Academic excellence honored (c-1): The Final Five Elite High School Football Players were recently lauded for their Athletic and Scholastic Excellence at the 20th Annual Franklin D. Watkins Awards held at the Omni Hotel in Los Angeles.

new tax credits (c-6): A new 25 percent state Small Business Investment Tax Credit, designed to encourage investments in start-up and early-stage Michigan technology companies, is aiming to help Michigan entrepreneurs secure capital and reduce risks associated with a new business or novel technology.

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Bankole Thompson CHRONICLE SENIOR EDITOR

The current state of the Detroit Public Schools is a mockery of Brown v Board of Education and it exposes the deep inequities in education.

Just because your child is not enrolled in the Detroit Public Schools does not mean you shouldn’t be concerned about the fate of the district before it heads toward implosion.

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like Detroit where a national reading report card places the city at number 56 out of the 75 largest metropolitan cities in the U.S. surveyed. That means literacy is shamefully low in the city and we are doing little or nothing to change the deplorable situation.

The latest study conducted by Central Connecticut State University, according to Data Driven Detroit, ranks the “culture and resources for reading” and it examines not wheth-

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for your child should not be based on geography, income or ethnicity but, rather, on the simple principle that every child regardless of their background should have an empowering education that equips them for a brighter future. Each child should have access to a meaningful education that would not leave them trailing behind in the dust children in Japan, India, China and other countries move ahead.

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Detroit’s 56th place in the 2010 study is the same spot it occupied in a similar report in 2005. The highest rank the city got was 50th in 2007.

Washington, D.C., was rated the most well-read city in the nation and following that were Seattle, Minneapolis, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, St. Paul, Denver, Portland, St. Louis, Cincinnati and Boston.

Its is also noteworthy that these cities are among the most admired places in the nation and they have, in fact, become meccas for those seeking greener pastures. When young people are making the exodus from the state, more than likely they are moving to one of the cities mentioned in this report.

These cities are not only a paragon of a reading culture, they also offer other incentives that we are not offering in this city.

There is no possible way we can bank on attracting young families to the city if basic amenities like recreational centers are not available on a full scale.

When the educational system does not have the public confidence

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Accelerating the speed of business growth AT&T commits $19 billion to support area business growth

By C.L. Price Area businesses sloshing through Michigan’s sluggish economic recovery will soon receive much-needed infrastructure support, thanks to global communications leader AT&T’s network improvement plans announced last week.

The improvements — to expand backhaul, enable 4G speeds, increase mobile broadband capacity and upgrade hundreds of cell sites — are predicted to accelerate the pace of area business growth.

Why invest now?

Gov. Snyder keynotes Pancakes & Politics Gov. Rick Snyder kicked off the Michigan Chronicle’s Pancakes & Politics season at the Detroit Athletic Club on March 3 with a candid conversation built around reinventing Michigan. At left, Snyder chats with Curtis Ivery, Wayne County Community College Chancellor, Betty Brooks, community leader, and Shaun Wilson, Vice President, Director of Client and Community Relations, PNC Bank, and Ric DeVore, Regional President, PNC Bank. See page C-7 for photo highlights.

“We feel very confident about Detroit’s economic recovery,” stated Jim Murray, president of AT&T Michigan.

“As a consequence, we’re committed to making sizeable investments in this

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Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) is the largest urban community college in Michigan, with record enrollment numbers for the spring 2011 semester.

Nearly 32,000 students registered for credit classes at all five of the District locations and online. Additionally, the District expects more than 40,000 non-credit students to register as well for a total of nearly 72,000 served in all programs.

WCCCD, the multi-campus district serving 32 communities in Southeast Michigan, has seen exponential growth as degree and certificate programs have been expanded, infrastructure improved, and

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investments in students, services and technologies increased.

“In this economy, post secondary education and training is the ticket to competing in today’s changing workforce.

Access to higher education-especially community colleges--is critical,” said Dr. Curtis Ivery, chancellor. “WCCCD is an integral economic and social catalyst to the health and welfare of this region and state.”

A recent economic impact study reported that WCCCD’s students generate more than $122 million in taxable income annually to the region and state. Every dollar that is invested in WCCCD returns

$22.80 in benefits to all Michigan residents.

Having been recognized as one of the fastest growing community colleges in the nation and the largest urban community college in Michigan, WCCCD was forced to cap enrollment during the spring 2010 semester. This year, under the direction of Dr. Ivery, WCCCD lifted the enrollment cap to make certain that no student was turned away in spite of WCCCD’s funding challenges.

WCCCD gives students the opportunity to train in emerging technology and high demand fields, allowing them to become competent professionals helping to position the

state for vibrant growth and a strong economic future.

Community colleges across the nation face difficult decisions in a climate of limited resources. The commitment of WCCCD in assuring that the doors to educational opportunities remain open is a direct result of the determination of faculty, staff and administrators.

“Our students and all those we serve need us to work as hard as we can for them. If we can’t be the difference between success and a future of limited options, we are not living up to the mission and vision of this institution,” said Dr. Ivery.

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‘Sunday Best’ concert Impact Ministries, where Bishop Wayne T. Jackson serves as host pastor, hosted a Sunday Best concert titled “Receive God’s Divine Order For Your Life” featuring young runner-up Alexis Spight and Sunday Best winners Le’ Andria Johnson and Joshua Rogers.

The room was filled with excitement and gratitude. The three performers were contestants on the show “Sunday Best” and this gave parishioners a chance to see them in a different setting. The concert brought tears of joy, shouts and handclaps as the singers told stories of how their lives have changed since the show and how they will be forever indebted to God for

Freshman Nia Little (#1/top girls’ golfer in the DPS League) participat-

into a casket of a loved one. This week the country will be shocked further and we will all look into the caskets and see how the wrath of a man and his guns can bring inspeakable grief to so many.

This year Flint, Michigan, was designated the most dangerous city in the United States.

Nearly every night on the local news, a crime rundown is given in urban cities like Detroit and Chicago, tying in with the media adage, “If it bleeds, it leads.”

Joshua Rogers, Season 8 “Sunday Best” winner.

His continuous grace and mercy, and for all that He

has done for them.

ed in the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s (MHSAA) State Regional Tournament in Farmington Hills and qualified for the MHSAA State Final Tournament in Grand Rapids. Nia’s appearance in the State Final Tournament was historic in that no other DPS girl golfer has ever advanced to that level.

We hope that there will

be more girls and boys in the Detroit Public School District who will develop an interest in golf, learn from professional golf teachers, join a team and compete.

Professional golf teachers can be contacted at Gino’s School of Golf at the Rouge Golf Course, (313) 218-3084, and at Golfademics, (313) 3847896.

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Gun violence not just an urban Black problem

By Rev. Charles Wiliams

Renaissance High School Girls’ Golf Team continue to amaze The Renaissance High School Girls’ Golf Team has become one of Detroit’s teams to watch. To They have been Detroit Public School champions for the third consecutive year. They have scored in the 40s, and all players who scored in the 40s were 9th grade freshmen.

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The impression is given that crime, particularly the types involving violence related to drugs and poverty, are exclusive to cities like Detroit, Chicago and Cleveland.

When many, if not most, people think of gun violence, it is automatically thought that it is an urban (Black) ghetto problem.

Rev. Charles Williams II Oakland kill just like the ones in Oak Creek. A killing in Aurora is no different than one in Atlanta.

A report from the Department of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency and Prevention suggests that th the drug market is a major contributor to the nation’s ever-rising homicide rate. The peak in homicides during the mid1980s was directly related to the saturation of crack cocaine urban areas.

My fear is that when situations like the one in Newtown, Connecticult occur, access to weapons is focused on when it should also be on the mental state of the shooter.

Conservative beat their drums about the need and right to bear arms, and that is countered by a cry for a ban on assault weapons and tighter gun restrictions from liberals.

Although most would agree that the urban violence problem is out of control, there is no doubt that whether violence happens in a city or suburb, it is severly damaging, regardless. Bullets flying in

I have officiated over a lot of funerals and I know that death doesn’t become real until you have to look

I know that the fiscal cliff, debt ceiling and women’s rights are among the serious issues we face, and are ofen divided over, but as we mourn as a nation over what happened in Newtown, let this lesson serve as one that will urge us all to remember man’s inhumanity to man and the tools available to help them commit these inhumane acts, often on innocent children whose lives are cut short or who damaged for life mentally.

We must get more serious about gun violence in the United States. It is not just a Black problem, not just an urban problem, but, rather, an American problem. We must tighten restrictions on guns and revive the ban on assault weapons.

Prayers go out to the community of Newtown, Connecticut, and everyplace senseless gun violence has taken place.

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Big dreams for Malcolm Malcolm Little is a 12-year-old aspiring professional golfer.

The youngest of six children was introduced to the great sport at age 8 by his uncle, Brak Little. He first started with First Tee Golf and later joined Hollywood Golf Association where his natural swing was noted by the coach, Horace (Dent) Mitchell.

This natural swing and ability garnered more attention and efforts from his coaches.

This transitioned to a very serious dedication

by Malcolm’s parents, Joel and Dannielle Little to foster Malcolm’s talent for the sport. He is currently guided in his ultimate goal of becoming a professional golfer by well-known founder and president of Geno White’s Golf Academy, Geno White.

His first official tournament at age eight was in Lima, Ohio at the Midwest Junior Golf tournament.

Malcolm placed third that year for his age group.

However, every year since he has increased in ranking and is now the two- time defending champion in the Pee- Wee Division. He has played in over 50 tournaments and has placed in over 25 of those them. He is the three-time local qualifier defending champion for the Optimist Junior Golf Tournament and has won the regional and placed first place and second respectively the last two

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The current state of the Detroit Public Schools is a mockery of Brown v Board of Education and it exposes the deep inequities in education.

Just because your child is not enrolled in the Detroit Public Schools does not mean you shouldn’t be concerned about the fate of the district before it heads toward implosion.

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like Detroit where a national reading report card places the city at number 56 out of the 75 largest metropolitan cities in the U.S. surveyed. That means literacy is shamefully low in the city and we are doing little or nothing to change the deplorable situation.

The latest study conducted by Central Connecticut State University, according to Data Driven Detroit, ranks the “culture and resources for reading” and it examines not wheth-

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Detroit’s 56th place in the 2010 study is the same spot it occupied in a similar report in 2005. The highest rank the city got was 50th in 2007.

Washington, D.C., was rated the most well-read city in the nation and following that were Seattle, Minneapolis, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, St. Paul, Denver, Portland, St. Louis, Cincinnati and Boston.

Its is also noteworthy that these cities are among the most admired places in the nation and they have, in fact, become meccas for those seeking greener pastures. When young people are making the exodus from the state, more than likely they are moving to one of the cities mentioned in this report.

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These cities are not only a paragon of a reading culture, they also offer other incentives that we are not offering in this city.

There is no possible way we can bank on attracting young families to the city if basic amenities like recreational centers are not available on a full scale.

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Gov. Snyder keynotes Pancakes & Politics Gov. Rick Snyder kicked off the Michigan Chronicle’s Pancakes & Politics season at the Detroit Athletic Club on March 3 with a candid conversation built around reinventing Michigan. At left, Snyder chats with Curtis Ivery, Wayne County Community College Chancellor, Betty Brooks, community leader, and Shaun Wilson, Vice President, Director of Client and Community Relations, PNC Bank, and Ric DeVore, Regional President, PNC Bank. See page C-7 for photo highlights.

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Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) is the largest urban community college in Michigan, with record enrollment numbers for the spring 2011 semester.

Nearly 32,000 students registered for credit classes at all five of the District locations and online. Additionally, the District expects more than 40,000 non-credit students to register as well for a total of nearly 72,000 served in all programs.

WCCCD, the multi-campus district serving 32 communities in Southeast Michigan, has seen exponential growth as degree and certificate programs have been expanded, infrastructure improved, and

investments in students, services and technologies increased.

“In this economy, post secondary education and training is the ticket to competing in today’s changing workforce.

Access to higher education-especially community colleges--is critical,” said Dr. Curtis Ivery, chancellor. “WCCCD is an integral economic and social catalyst to the health and welfare of this region and state.”

A recent economic impact study reported that WCCCD’s students generate more than $122 million in taxable income annually to the region and state. Every dollar that is invested in WCCCD returns

$22.80 in benefits to all Michigan residents.

Having been recognized as one of the fastest growing community colleges in the nation and the largest urban community college in Michigan, WCCCD was forced to cap enrollment during the spring 2010 semester. This year, under the direction of Dr. Ivery, WCCCD lifted the enrollment cap to make certain that no student was turned away in spite of WCCCD’s funding challenges.

WCCCD gives students the opportunity to train in emerging technology and high demand fields, allowing them to become competent professionals helping to position the

state for vibrant growth and a strong economic future.

Community colleges across the nation face difficult decisions in a climate of limited resources. The commitment of WCCCD in assuring that the doors to educational opportunities remain open is a direct result of the determination of faculty, staff and administrators.

“Our students and all those we serve need us to work as hard as we can for them. If we can’t be the difference between success and a future of limited options, we are not living up to the mission and vision of this institution,” said Dr. Ivery.

Malcolm J. Little years. Of his most prestigious events, the annual Optimist Junior Golf Tournament has provided him with the opportunity to play in the International Junior Golf Championship at the famous PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

This experience allowed him to play with junior golfers from around the world. He is the two- time Southfield Open defending champion. He is also the defending champion of the Handicap Division of the Rouge Open and he placed third overall behind local, well known golfer Larry (“Shot Maker”) Clemons.

Shot Maker has also been a mentor and coach to Malcolm. It must also be noted the Rouge Open is an adult tournament. Malcolm was the only junior golfer allowed to play.

Rouge Golf Course is his main practice facility and he is well known and liked by many and they support his golf discipline. One of the main prizes for this open was a personal parking spot at the facility.

Malcolm was most pleased with this accolade as he is not even old enough to drive. He plays in the Meijer’s tour, US Kids and the Top 50 tour each season. His hobbies during his free time, which is limited, include video game development and software design.

He is currently homeschooled in preparation for attending either Cass Technical High School or Renaissance High School.

It is hoped that Malcolm’s natural talent and abilities lead to sponsorships and scholarships to aid further in his pursuit of the sport and his education.

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I can fix the Pistons

By Leland Stein III

My Detroit Pistons started the 2012-13 season with eight consecutive losses, their worst start in franchise history. This came on the heels of four consecutive losing seasons.

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After posting a noteworthy 59-23 record in the 2008-09 campaign, 2009-10 saw the team dip to 39-43, in 2009-10 it went 2755, in 2010-11 they went 30-52, and in the strike shortened season last year, the team went 25-41.

So now, when a team starts putting together four consecutive losing seasons, it takes on the feel of perennial loser. Whether this contention is true of false, the attendance at The Palace has surely reflected that people have lost interest in the Pistons.

Couple that with its location outside the city (30 mile from Detroit), it all adds up as a perfect storm.

Sure, people have noted that during the Pistons heydays when they were competing every year for a NBA title shot, The Palace was one of the hardest tickets in town to get. There was sellout after sellout. However, when the team starts losing, making that long trek out to Auburn Hills seems less inviting.

There are only three teams in the Eastern Conference with worse records. At this writing they had a 7-22 record and it’s projects to yet another a 28-54 season.

There is seemingly no way the Pistons can make the playoffs, but I have a plan.

If you have to play an old guy, start Tayshaun Prince at shooting guard, with Greg Monroe’s superior passing ability at power forward with rookie Andre Drummond at center. Put Charlie Villanueva, or I know most will hate this, Austin Daye, at the three.

Then you will have hustler Jason Maxiell coming off the bench where he belongs. He is only 6-6 and is playing power forward for a team that will lose over 50 games.

Starting rookie shooting guard Kyle Singler is cute, but after his initial start he has hit the wall and is a role player at best, not a shooting guard like Rip Hamilton that will get a team 20 points every game all season.

Bring him off the bench.

BRANDON KNIGHT, driving on Jeremy Linn, has shown flashes that he could be that guy for the Pistons – Andre Smith

So, a starting five including Monroe, photo Drummond and Villanueva up front would give the team more scoring and a mini-twin tower lineup. In the back court, Prince with rookie point guard Brandon Knight would be a solid collective. Then coach Lawrence Frank can pick and chose as games, situations and defensive schemes present themselves and in turn he can adjust and coordinate his substitution pattern as he deems necessary.

Then a competent coach can integrate Will Bynum, Daye, Jonas Jerebko, Maxiell, Singler and Corey Maggette into the mix and make the Pistons a better team.

Sure, the Pistons have a lot of holes, but this is a team that has enough talent to

get to .500 at the very least. Just look at how Golden States coach Mark Jackson has used his roster to get his team, way over .500 at 18-9.

Also, NBA teams like Milwaukee, Houston, Denver, Minnesota, and even a team like Orlando that lost its best players and is in a rebuilding mode, is hovering right at .500. None of the above teams’ rosters are noteworthy nor are they really that much better, or better at all, than the Pistons, but something is better indeed based on their records thus far.

Leland Stein can be reached at lelstein3@aol.com or at Twitter @lelandsteinIII.

Legendary coaches speak out on tragedy

By Leland Stein III

He spoke about the school shootings in Newtown, Conn.

tragic Newtown, Connecticut, massacre where a heavily armed man walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School and, within a few minutes, killed 26 people, 20 of them children, is seemingly having a lasting effect on the consciousness of a caring Americans.

Using his postgame press conference, Kelsey spoke passionately about the need for people to “stand up” and keep the United States “the greatest country, ever.” He challenged national leaders to bring about changes necessary to prevent future tragedies.

Legendary college coach Jim Boeheim’s third-ranked Syracuse Orange’s had a 72-68 victory over Detroit in the Gotham Classic, thus becoming only the third Division I men’s coach to win 900.

Kelsey told reporters: “When I walked into the press conference, I had never been in a chair with a microphone in front of me with that many cameras.

Something came over me. I don’t know if it was divine intervention or what, but it struck me that I had a platform that very few people in the world have.”

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Boeheim, 68, and in his 37th year at his alma mater, is 900304 and has joined an elite fraternity. Mike Krzyzewski (936) and Bob Knight (902) are the only other men’s Division I coaches to win that many games.

He expressed thanks for having the ability to go home and kiss his daughters, ages 4 and 5, who are just a little younger than the youngest Newtown victims.

“To me, it’s just a number,” said Boeheim, whose first victory was against Harvard in 1976.

“Parents, teachers, rabbis, priests, coaches, everybody needs to step up,” Kelsey said. “This has to be a time for change. And I know this microphone’s powerful right now, because we’re playing the fourthbest team in the country.”

“If I get 900, have I got to get more? That’s why maybe it’s just not that important to me because to me it’s just a number, and the only number that matters is how this team does.

Such a strong statement from the first-year coach of a mid-major university took some people by surprise, but longtime elder coach Joe Schoenfeld said that type of talk is part of what makes Kelsey a respected coach and humanitarian.

With his wife, Juli, looking on at the postgame press conference and his young children close by, Syracuse coach Boeheim’s final remarks were not about his milestone 900th career victory.

Instead, he was thinking about the Newtown victims.

It was a sobering end to what was a memorable evening for Syracuse basketball, when Boeheim quickly put his landmark achievement behind him as his thoughts in the postgame press conference moved to the mass shootings that are engulfing America

JIM BOEHEIM, Syracuse coach, forgot basketball and let his humanitarian spirit shine.

“If we cannot get the people body, can tell me why we need done, I don’t know what kind of who represent us to do some- assault weapons with 30 shots country we have.” thing about firearms, we are — this is our fault if we don’t Boeheim was not alone, fola sad, sad society,” Boeheim go out there and do something lowing first-year Winthrop bassaid. “If one person in this about this. ketball coach Pat Kelsey Eagles’ world, the NRA president, any- “If we can’t get this thing 65-55 loss to No. 7 Ohio State.

“He’s a servant-leader. He’s not afraid to lead, and he’s leading to try to help other people,” Schoenfeld said.

“He does a lot of nice things for people, often behind the scenes, and this time just happened to be in front of the camera.”

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Business 101: A primer worth considering

By Dr. Lee Meadows

“Your boss was upset because when you come to work, the idea is to show off your marvelous customer service skills, not your underwear.”

Infrequent are those moments when time is available and activity is minimal, so the opportunity for a peaceful, mind-soothing interaction between person and process is greatly appreciated. That rare moment occurred when my better half was out of town for a conference, I was a day ahead on my academic duties and my son was, supposedly, at work.

“My boss got mad at me because I was a few minutes late getting back to work.” Carson stated.

Lee Meadows with their part-time jobs.

As full-time freshman college students, they’d all learned to appreciate the value of having their own pocket money.

I had just sat down at the kitchen table to consume a modest, though balanced, meal when I heard the sound of the garage door being opened, followed by a cacophony of voices that destroyed the silence and signaled that my son, Garrison, and his swarm of Killer ‘B’s’ were about to descend and consume any living organism not moving at light speed.

The destroyed silence was a prelude for what was to come.

“Mister Meadows, do you know that my supervisor got mad at me the other day for getting to work at 9 a.m.?”

“Well, Sam, what time are you supposed to be there?” I asked.

“9 a.m.,” he said. “I was in time.”

“Sam, you can be in time if you are a drummer in a jazz band. When going to work, you have to be on time. Typically that means arriving a few minutes before the, actual starting time.”

After the formal, “Hey, Mister Meadows” from the swarm and “Hey, Dad” from my offspring, I noticed that they’d brought bags that contained a variety of items from Jimmy John’s and I assumed they would retreat to the basement to consume their plunder and exercise their thumbs on the numerous controllers that lay scattered on the floor.

Instead, they noticed that I was about to eat and insisted on joining me.

“Why would I do that?”

“So you can have time, to be on time,” I stated.

“My boss got mad at me because I was texting,” Tom stated.

“Why were you texting?” I asked.

“Well, at that moment, I didn’t have anything to do.”

“That’s really quite nice of you, but I’m sure the five of you would, probably, be much happier down in the basement,” I kindly stated as the favored option.

“Tom, there is always something to do at a job.

You can always ask. You can observe and take the initiative, you can….”

“Oh, we don’t mind joining you,” as one stated and the others cheered on as if they were pumping me up for a 10K jaunt.

“My boss got mad at me because I didn’t wear a belt to work,” Josh interrupted.

Each one pulled out a chair, sat down, opened their Jimmy John bags and started eating. Once I realized that I had a “seize the moment” opportunity, I thought I’d inquire on how things were going

“Why didn’t you wear a belt to work?” I asked.

“My pants fit well without a belt. I bent over to pick up something that dropped and an elderly customer screamed,” he said.

“Why were you late getting back to work?” I asked.

getting back to work. Your lateness probably affected someone else’s work.”

“I don’t remember why.

Besides it was only a few minutes and it’s not like the job was going anywhere,” he responded.

I waited for Garrison to one-up, this “my boss got mad at me” stream of consciousness, but he just kept eating his sandwich.

“And neither will you if you continue being late

In that moment I realized that while this en-

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counter lacked the tradition of the Council Fire or the lore of the Round Table, the exchange of insight into Business 101 practices was critical to their long-term value as full-time employees.

It was more than worth losing a few moments of peaceful silence.

Looking back at 2012

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Mark S. Lee

As we end 2012 and prepare for a new year, let’s reflect on the year that was.

At the national level, 2012 saw: ■A contentious election with President Obama winning a second term as president and hoping to build on the administration’s accomplishments from his first term, ■ The Affordable Patient and Care Act being upheld by the Supreme Court, thus providing health care access to over 30 million people across the country, ■ The term “fiscal cliff” become part of the national lexicon, ■ Deepening political divide in Washington, D.C. ■ And most recently, the right-to work debate being pushed to the forefront in Michigan and beyond.

Locally, Detroit also experienced positive signs, despite significant issues which continue to confront this city and region. The Motor City continues to emerge as a small business incubator and

leader, as evidenced by: repopulation of ■C ontinued downtown Detroit with new residents and businesses resulting from small and large business development, ■ Quicken Loans continuing to move employees to the central core while purchasing several downtown locations for its vendors and suppliers to relocate from across the region and state, ■ Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan also consolidating and reallocating employees to its downtown campus and the Renaissance Center, ■ Downtown becoming a hub for small business development as evidenced by the number of entrepreneurs and other small businesses establishing their roots in the lower Woodward area, ■M idtown continuing to attract funding and investment for housing and business opportunities.

Despite these successes, many challenges remain as we head into the new year. As the city continues to focus on its transformation from a manufacturing hub to an emerging, entrepreneurial city, I believe the region needs to continue to focus on: ■P roviding a safe and welcoming environment for entrepreneurs to start a business and thrive, ■ Offering access to capital and relevant financial incentives for those considering starting or expanding their business, ■ Adequate training opportunities for those who have never started a business, ■ Rebranding Detroit. Nationally, the perception of the region is negative and there’s an opportunity to change the dialogue about this region. However, various factions from around and across the region and city need

to work and communicate in a collaborative and open manner.

■ Moving beyond the past barriers which have prevented those from wanting to invest and grow in Detroit, ■ Regional cooperation where there is open, transparent and thoughtful conversation based on dignity and respect, not accusations and non-flexible thinking, ■ Identifying those who have actually relocated to Detroit and have them share their experiences.

For example, I received an email from reader Jon Gregory, Third Media Marketing, who shared this: “I could have started my business anywhere, but I chose Michigan because I’m a huge fan of the underdog and I know, without a doubt, that Michigan never left.

“I moved to Detroit from Texas two years ago and started my marketing agency here because I believe in the future of Detroit. The city has people like you that make a conscious effort to promote the great place that Detroit really is.

I really appreciate what you do.

Keep it up! You could easily write a whole series on Detroit entrepreneurship.”

In 2013 this column will indeed continue to focus on Detroit entrepreneurship. The point is, Detroit has many believers such as Mr. Gregory and it’s time we must continue to share their positive stories in and around Detroit.

On a personal note, thank you for your continued support and I like to wish you and yours a happy holiday season filled with warmth, love and peace.

Happy New Year!

You can reach Mark S. Lee at mark@leegroupinnovation.com or follow him on Linked In, Twitter or Facebook.

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AARP: Volunteers like Christine Buck make it work in Detroit

By Lisa Whitmore Davis

“Our community is the place where we, as older individuals, can be most effective.” – Ethel Percy Andrus, AARP founder.

Christine Buck epitomized those words. As an active and committed AARP volunteer for the past seven years, she truly was an effective and loving force in the Detroit community.

She put in countless hours in our Information Center and with our Community Outreach volunteer team. She was willing to step in wherever she was needed. She was proud to be an ambassador for AARP and recruited many volunteers.

Christine passed away on Dec. 10. Her community will sorely miss her sweet, ready smile and her selfless dedication to service.

I want to take this opportunity to thank all 95 of our metro Detroit volunteers who, like Ms. Buck, are committed and compassionate community servants. They put in more than 3,500 hours during 2012 to improve the quality of life in this community.

Without them, and our many partners, AARP could not have collected

CARL BENTLEY, executive vice president of Strategic Staffing Solutions, presents a donation of more than 1,000 books to DPS in the library of A.L. Holmes Elementary-Middle School.

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over 1,500 canned goods during our Thanksgiving Food Drive and Luncheon.

That food goes to LaSED Senior Food Pantry and Capuchin Soup Kitchen.

We hosted with the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History a Grandparent’s Day celebration attended by 1,200. We put on a clothing drive/fashion show that led to the donation of 300 suits, and a holiday toy drive that collected more than 400 books and toys for small children who are victims of domestic violence.

We could not have hosted the first AARP Michigan Multiculturalism and Aging Conference, which brought national, state and local experts together to explore our common, crosscultural experiences as we age.

Together, we brought to the community activities and events involving arts and culture, health and wellness, faith and financial security. We advocated for the Detroit Complete Streets Ordinance, which will help the city become more age-friendly.

Thank you, volunteers, for all you did to make 2012 a highly successful year. And here’s to continuing Christine Buck’s legacy of community service and giving in 2013.

ROY S. ROBERTS, emergency financial manager of Detroit Public Schools, joins the fifth grade students of A.L. Holmes Elementary-Middle School to accept a donation of more than 1,000 books from Strategic Staffing Solutions. The books will be divided among Brewer Elementary-Middle School and A.L. Holmes Elemen Lisa Whitmore Davis is AARP Michigan state tary-Middle School. director for multicultural outreach.

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Three of the top five international destinations and half of the top ten international destinations are European. Demand is also high as over 82% of the surveyed agents indi-

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“Rome and London always draw large numbers of travelers – this year each city moved up one spot to numbers four and five, respectively, on our list.”

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Strategic Staffing Solutions donates over 1,000 books to two DPS schools

Continuing an annual tradition that spans more than 15 years, Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) donated more than 1,000 books to A.L. Holmes Elementary-Middle School and Brewer ElementaryMiddle School on Dec. 17.

Roy S. Roberts, emergency financial manager, accepted the donation from Carl Bentley, executive vice president of Strategic Staffing Solutions, in the library of A.L. Holmes ElementaryMiddle School. Leenet Campbell-Williams, principal of A.L. Holmes, and Cecily Wilson, principal

of Brewer, also attended the presentation along with fifth graders from A.L. Holmes.

Each year, Strategic Staffing Colutions, a Detroit-based global IT and business services company, hosts a holiday party where guests, including customers, community partners, friends and staff members, are asked to bring new books to donate to DPS students.

The organization’s holiday party had more than 1,000 guests in attendance, who donated the books that were donated to the two schools.

In recent years, book donations from Strategic Staffing Solutions have helped to fill newly renovated libraries, such as in 2009, when the company donated hundreds of books to Clippert Academy.

Strategic Staffing Solutions has a strong partnership with Clippert Academy through the DPS Business Corps Program, which aims to build robust partnerships between schools and area businesses and community organizations to improve academic achievement in schools throughout the district.

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Reflections

By Steve Holsey

When ‘Little’ was ‘big’ There are still some of them around — hard core rap stars Lil’ Kim and Lil Wayne immediately come to mind — but there was a time in the recording industry when there were many more “Littles,” especially in the 1950s and 1960s, and particularly in Black Music.

The list would include Little Anthony, Little Stevie Wonder, Little Willie John, Little Richard, Little Eva, Little Milton, Little Caesar, Little Beaver, Little Carl Little Anthony Carlton, Little Walter and Little Joey, among others.

But there have also been a number of “Bigs” over the years, like Big Maybelle, Big Boi (from the rap duo OutKast), Big Mama Thornton (she recorded the original version of “Hound Dog”), Big Daddy Kane and Big Joe Turner.

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IT HAS to be Big Boi difficult to maintain a show business career and, indeed, have a thriving one when you are related or married to a megastar.

Which is why I admire Solange (Knowles), younger sister of Beyoncé. Without a lot of fanfare, the singer, songwriter, model and deejay has carved out a nice niche for herself.

Her albums have done pretty well, particularly the oddly titled “SolAngel and the Hadley Street Dreams,” and she had three No. 1 songs on the national Dance Club charts. In addition, she wrote two of her sister’s Solange songs, “Upgrade U” and “Get Me Bodied,” both featured on what many believe to be Beyonce’s best album, “B’Day.”

despite the widely publicized episode of violence from a few years back.

Whatever the problem was, they have worked it out, although a substantial number of women are disappointed that Rihanna would be so willing to remain “friendly” with a man who brutalized her.

GLADYS KNIGHT and Tristan MacManus.

But on the other hand, Brown paid the price, legally, RIHANNA and Chris Brown: personally and pro- Just a matter of time? fessionally, and has resumed his career in an impressive way.

Solange (whose middle name is “Piaget”) doesn’t appreciate comparisons to Beyoncé, explaining, “I’m not her and never will be. We are two very different people. So many people think there should be this great rivalry between us, but there has never been any competition.”

MEANWHILE, Halle Berry, the queen of bad relationships and marriages, was at the center of a bizarre situation. Her former boyfriend, model Gabriel Aubrey, who is also the father of her daughter, got into a fistfight at her home with her current boyfriend, actor Olivier Martinez.

Solange certainly has her own sense of style.

ANTONIO “L.A.” REID, chairman and CEO of Epic Records, announced recently that he decided to leave “The X Factor” (as a judge) because as he put it, “I have a company to run that I’ve kind of neglected.”

But there are those who believe it is mainly because the artists signed to Antonio “L.A.” Reid Epic by way of “The X Factor” have not done particularly well.

It would take a huge portion of this page to list all of artists Reid has written and/or produced for, including Toni Braxton, Gladys Knight, Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill, Boys II Men, Pebbles, Whitney Houston and his usual collaborator, Babyface.

Surprisingly, rapper/actor Common (real name: Lonnie Rashied Lynn) is, and remains, a big fan of the late, legendary Etta James.

Jennifer Holliday and Whitney Houston were at one time feuding. Houston struck a blow by singing Holliday’s signature song, “And I am Telling You I’m Not Going,” on a nationally televised awards show.

But in one sense it backfired because Houston, despite being a great singer, really messed the song up. Holliday no doubt got a sense of satisfaction from that.

Clearly, Aubrey lost that battle which, of course, should never have happened. Adults should be able to work things out without getting physical.

By Steve Holsey

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ell, let’s start out with some pleasant news.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z welcomed their beautiful daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, into the world.

It was big news.

They are high on the show business “A” list, along with people like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, and Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, whose very presence at an event goes a long way towards ensuring its success.

BLUE IVY CARTER was

Despite all the rumors and people getting in their introduced to the public. business, it became increasingly obvious that Chris Brown and Rihanna still have feelings for each other,

KEM, in his well-known spirit of giving, presented his third free, fundraising concert at Cass Park, this time with special guest HALLE BERRY: Unlucky Frankie Beverly & Maze, whose fans are amazingly in love (a lot). loyal. One of my co-workers said, “When Frankie Beverly comes to town, my whole world stops.”

On a very sad note, we had to say farewell to a number of music industry and Hollywood greats, including Whitney Houston, Don Cornelius, Dick Clark, Robin Gibb, Etta James, Hal David, Michael Clark Duncan, Donna Summer, Phyllis Diller, Sherman Hemsley, Dave Brubeck, Al Freeman Jr., Adam Yauch and Marvin Hamlisch.

TAVIS SMILEY and Dr. Cornel West turned off a lot of African Americans, and others, with their attacks on President Barack Obama. Truth is, they both thought they would be catered to by Obama — that he would, in

See A look back Page D-2 WHITNEY HOUSTON was among the greatest.

Mariah Carey insisted on there being no sexual intimacy before she and Nick Cannon got married. He respected her enough to be okay with that.

Quincy Jones took great delight (and did you know that his middle name is actually “Delight”?) from being voted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: “I’m turning 80 next year, so it’s a great way to celebrate it,” he said.

As for awards, Jones doesn’t seek them out.

“You do your thing, and what happens to it is in somebody else’s hands,” he said.

BETCHA DIDN’T KNOW...that Mary J. Bilge uses the songs she writes and sings much in the way other people use therapists.

MEMORIES: “Take Your Time (Do It Right)” (the S.O.S. Band), “And the Beat Goes On” (the Whispers), “Please Return Your Love to Me” (the Temptations), “Let’s Get Serious” (Jermaine Jackson), “Mr. Big Stuff” (Jean Knight), “Are You That Somebody?”

(Aaliyah), “The Best of Me” (Kiara), “If You Love Somebody Set Them Free” (Sting),

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A look back effect, kiss their behinds — but Obama has too much integrity for that.

Nick Cannon and Toni Braxton each had a health crisis. We wish them the best.

Gladys Knight, much to everyone’s surprise, competed on “Dancing With The Stars” and was enjoyable throughout. She gave it her best and even though it was obvious she could not win, she did an admirable job. And importantly, unlike others, such as Wendy Williams, she did not do anything to embarrass herself (or us).

One of the better movies of the year was “Joyful Noise” featuring Queen Latifah, Dolly Parton and others. It did so-so at the box office but should have done much better.

WILL SMITH put BETTYE LAVETTE, for whom major stardom was a long time in coming, told her story with brutal honesty in her autobiography, “A Woman Like Me.” This intriguing book is definitely not for those who are overly sensitive.

Another outstanding — and completely honest — book was “Mary Wells, the Tumultuous Life of Motown’s First Superstar” by Peter Benjaminson.

The stories of these two ladies from Detroit are, to say the least, fascinating.

The usually classy Brian McKnight shocked everyone by recording a sexual song bordering on vulgar titled “If You’re Ready to Learn.” McKnight, 43, said he was “just having some fun,” but was he also having an early midlife crisis?

AFTER A very long absence, D’Angelo returned to performing.

It was announced that Zoe Saldana, per-

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From page D-1 haps best known for “Avatar,” would be portraying the legendary, eclectic and, yes, eccentric Nina Simone in a biopic.

It remains to be seen whether or not this was good casting, but it seems someone like Idia.Arie or Erykah Badu would have been a better choice.

The highly anticipated remake of the 1976 film “Sparkle,” featuring “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks, reached theaters. It had its merits, but the original, featuring Detroit’s own Lonette McKee, was better in most respects. Moreover, the new “Sparkle” did not do as well at the box office as its makers and others connected with it had hoped.

The three new “American Idol” judges, joining veteran Randy Jackson, we learned, would be Keith Urban, rap behind him. Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey, but before the season even began, there was widely reported conflict between the ladies.

SPIKE LEE produced and directed a great Michael Jackson TV special titled “Michael Jackson: Bad 25” that aired on Thanksgiving Day. Unfortunately, it was beaten badly in the ratings by football.

Clear Channel Communications decided to bring the popular Frankie Darcell’s long tenure at WMXD-FM 92.3 to an end, much to the disappointment of her many followers.

Frank Ocean became the first hip-hop star to go public about his sexuality, a particularly courageous thing to do in a genre that has been known for homophobia. The highly successful Ocean received a lot of support from big names such as Jay-Z and Beyoncé.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West became a couple, but we should

“JOYFUL NOISE”: Excellent movie, medium success. not expect them to be in it for the long haul.

Usher Raymond and Tameka Foster’s ugly divorce-and-custody battle continued, with Usher on the winning end. Foster said money and fame speak loudly.

Octavia Spencer won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her impressive work in “The Help.”

WILL SMITH announced that at age 42, he would no longer be rapping, either on records or on stage. Instead, he will concentrate on acting. He believes its a credibility thing. But LL Cool J, who is a huge admirer, disagrees. The latter, also 42, co-star of “NCIS: Los Angeles,” is working on a new album.

The Jacksons did a limited amount of touring.

There was a prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nomination for the Marvelettes, the Motown group that gave us such great hits as “Please Mr. Postman” and “Don’t Mess With Bill.” They did not make the final cut, but it was still an honor. Their fans are hoping the ladies from Inkster will go the distance with the Hall of Fame decision makers next time.

“MICHAEL JACKSON: Bad 25” should have been a smash.

Speaking of Motown, Mary Wilson, the member of the Supremes who was there for the longest amount of time, performed for appreciative fans at the Motor City Casino Sound Board.

Pro football star Donald Driver won the Silver Ball trophy on “Dancing With

BRIAN McKNIGHT decided to “get nasty.”

The Stars.”

Arsenio Hall, whose popularity on late-night TV was through the roof from 1989 to 1994, announced that he would be returning in 2013.

The career of Kerry Washington, who was so great in “Ray” starring Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx, moved up several notches with the solid success of the new TV drama “Scandal.”

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Obituaries Turl Parks

Services were held for Turl Parks Sept. 8 at St. Stephen AME Church, with Rev. Dr. Michael A. Cousin officiating. Mr. Parks, 89, died Dec. 1.

He was born Jan. 17, 1923 in Starksville, Miss., and was a recognized basketball player before he entered the Army during World War II.

After his discharge, he emigrated to Detroit and was employed by Chrysler Corp. for more than 30 years.

Mr. Parks was an active member of St. Stephen AME Church, and served on the church’s bowling league, and Senior Usher Board # 1.

He was an avid sports enthusiast who enjoyed baseball and basketball. He also liked to hunt, and to travel overseas with his wife, Helen. He also enjoyed watching animal and history programs, and was a member of the Barton McFarland Radio Patrol. He was active in the Chrysler UAW and was a long-time member of the NAACP. Mr. Parks is survived by his wife, Helen; children, Rita, Marsha, Saundra and Bernard; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sisters, Ruth Elliott and Gary Kennard; brother, C.L. Parks; and many others.

Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Swanson Funeral Home.

Willie George

Services were held for Willie George Nov. 13 at Renaissance Baptist Church, with Rev. Dr. Edwin H. Holmes officiating. Mr. George, 84, died Nov. 5.

He was born Jan. 22, 1928 in Wetumpka, Ala., and educated in that community.

He later severed in the Army in the Korean War.

He held various jobs, including crane operator, cab driver, realtor, gardener for Farm a Lot, and custodian. He worked for 35 years as a sanitation engineer for the city of Detroit, until his retirement.

Mr. George was an active member of Silver Star Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for more than 25 years. He later became a member of Renaissance Baptist.

He enjoyed reading various newspapers, planting in his numerous gardens, making home-made ice cream, reading and studying the Bible.

He is survived by his children, Delores Taylor, Charles, Carolyn Gibson, Michael, Norman and Melvin; 19 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sisters, Jeanetta Steele and Inez Pashchad; and many others.

Interment was at Gethsemane Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Swanson Funeral Home.

Mildred Griggs Services were held for Mildred Griggs Nov. 1 at Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, with Rev. Ricardo Bartlett officiating. Mrs. Griggs, 76, died Oct. 26.

She was born March 10, 1936 in Pachuta, Miss., and educated at Shirley Owens Vocational High School in Quitman, Miss.

She moved to Detroit in 1955 and married Willie Lee Griggs the following year.

She was employed at Ford Motor Company for nine years.

She was also a dedicated foster parent to many children over 30 years.

Mrs. Griggs was an active member of Greater St. Paul for more than three decades and served faithfully on the Missionary Society and in the Broadcast Ministry. She also served as chairperson of the annual Rainbow and Valentine’s Teas for many years.

She enjoyed gardening, cooking and entertaining. She was known for her sense of style and her hats.

She is survived by her sons, Tracey and Michael; grandchildren, Tracey, Jr., Martell, Chantel, Micah, Michael, Jr. and Maya; four great grandchildren; mother, Florence Edmonson; sisters, Edna Pruitt; and many others.

Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery.

Arrangements were handled by Swanson Funeral Home.

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This is a full-time, administrative professional position. Salary up to the low $70s annually. Refer to online posting for additional qualifications and requirements. First consideration will be given to those who apply by January 10, 2013. Must apply online for this position to: https://jobs.oakland.edu.

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NOTICE OF HEARINGS REGARDING MATTERS TO COME before the City Council of Detroit. Advertisements for bids and contracts for purchases by the City of Detroit appear daily in the Detroit Legal News. Copies are available at the City County Bldg. and at 2001 W. Lafayette, Detroit.

PHYSICIAN-INTERNIST: Trinity-Health Michigan dba St Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital seeks a Physician (Internist) to work in Pontiac, MI. Responsible for diagnosing and treating internal disorders and illnesses of patients on an in-patient and out-patient basis. Prescribe necessary medication or other treatments.

Engage in round and call 6 – 8 nights a month. Train, teach and evaluate Internal Medicine residents and medical students and participate in ongoing activities to evaluate and learn instructional effectiveness. Conduct research to test treatments or procedures and publish abstracts in peer reviewed journals. Must have medical Degree or the foreign academic equivalent.

Must have or be eligible for a Michigan Physician’s License.

Applicants submit resumes to Recruitment Specialist 44405 Woodward Ave. Pontiac, MI 48341 or fax to 248 858 3068

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The Bid Due Date for receipt of these bids will be approximately 2 weeks after the official Bid Release Date.

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Hazardous Waste Specialist at Oakland University

Purchasing & Risk Management This position will develop and implement programs for University hazardous waste management compliance including training and safety audits.

Support Environmental Health and Safety Operations. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Hazardous Materials Management, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Environmental Health and Safety or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. 1-3 years experience training in Hazardous Materials Management or Environmental Health & Safety. Salary up to high $50,000 annually. See online posting for additional position requirements. First consideration will be given to those who apply by January 14, 2013. Must apply on line to: https://jobs.oakland.edu.

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Detroit Headquartered and Detroit Based Businesses, Minority Owned, Women Owned and Veteran Owned businesses are encouraged to participate.

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Network Support Department As a member of the network team, this position will support wired and wireless data and voice networks for the entire campus and provide support for operations of the University’s data and telecommunications networks. Minimum qualifications require a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Telecommunications, Networking, or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and/ or experience. Some experience troubleshooting or installing network configurations on local computers or network devices. This is a full-time, administrative professional position.

Salary up to the mid $40s annually.

Refer to online posting for additional qualifications and requirements. First consideration will be given to those who apply by January 10, 2013. Must apply online for this position to: https://jobs.oakland.edu

The CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CLINTON ACT 78 POLICE & FIRE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION will be testing for the position of FIREFIGHTER to create an Eligibility List for future employment opportunities beginning FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2012.

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Directory of Religious Services To Be Listed Contact Linda Moragne, 963-5522, Ext. 242

AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL

BAPTIST

Allen Temple AME

9:30AM & 11AM

4101 Helen Street

(313) 922-7492

Rev. Darren K. Penson

Greater Mt. Zion Baptist

10:45AM

15600 Evanston

(313) 839-9842

Pastor R. A. Hill

Baber Memorial AME

11AM

15045 Burt Rd.

(313) 255-9895

Rev. Larry L. Simmons

Greater New Light Baptist

11AM

8641 Linwood

(313) 894-2390

Dr. David W. Roquemore

Bethel AME

10:30AM

5050 St. Antoine

(313) 831-8810

Rev. David R. Jarrett

Greater New Mt. Moriah Baptist

7:45AM & 10:30AM

586 Owen

(313) 871-8025

Rev. Kenneth J. Flowers

Bethel AME (Ann Arbor)

7:45AM & 10:45AM

900 John A Woods Dr.

(734) 663-3800

Rev. Joseph Cousin

Greater Olivet Missionary Baptist Church

10AM & 11:30AM

20201 Southfield

(313) 592-4114

Rev. Clifford L. Jackson, III

Brown Chapel AME (Ypsilanti)

8AM & 11AM

1043 W. Michigan Ave

(734) 482-7050

Pastor Jerry Hatter

Greater Shiloh Missionary Baptist

11AM

557 Benton St.

(313) 831-6466

Rev. Mark Gray

Community AME (Ecorse)

9:30AM &11AM

4010 17th Street

(313) 386-4340

Rev. Gilbert Morgan

Greater Ship of Zion Missionary Baptist

11AM

8440 Joy Rd.

(313) 933-7367

Rev. McKinley Graddick, Jr.

Ebenezer AME

7:30AM & 10:30AM

5151 W. Chicago

(313) 933-6943

Rev. Byron Moore

Greater St. John Baptist

10:45AM

7433 Northfield

(313) 895-7555

Pastor William Mebane II

Emmanuel Grace AME (formely Grace Chapel AME)

11AM

490 Conner Ave.

(313) 821-0181

Pastor Karen Jones Goodson

Greater Tree of Life Missionary Baptist

11AM

1761 Sheridan

(313) 925-1450

Rev. Latham Donald Sr.

Greater Quinn AME

11AM

13501 Rosa Parks Blvd.

(313) 867-8380

Rev. Daniel J. Reid

Hampton Memorial Missionary Baptist Church

8:30 AM & 11AM

15100 Fenkell St.

(313) 838-4447

Bishop Sidney L. Hampton II

Gregg Memorial AME

9AM

10120 Plymouth Rd.

(313) 491-1704

Dr. Charles Fontaine Macon

Hartford Memorial Baptist

7:30AM & 11AM

18700 James Couzens

(313) 861-1285

Dr. Charles G. Adams

Mitcham Chapel AME (Royal Oak)

10:45AM

4207 W. 14 Mile Rd.

(248) 356-5292

Rev. Barbara J. Anthony

Historic St. James M.B.C.

10AM

19400 Evergreen

(313) 534-3000

Rev. Argustus C. Williams

Mt. Calvary AME

11AM

1800 E. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 892-0042

Rev. Ernest L. Evans

Holy Cross Missionary Baptist

8AM & 11AM

6220 Linwood Ave.

(313) 894-1350

Rev. Lorenzo Edwards, Sr.

New St. James AME

11AM

9321 Rosa Parks Blvd

(313) 867-2851

Rev. Minnie Autry

Holy Hope Heritage Church Baptist

8AM & 10:45 AM

18641 Wyoming

(313) 861-5005

Dr. William Revely, Jr

Newman AME (Pontiac)

11AM

233 Bagley St.

(248) 332-2800

Rev. Alfred E. Johnson

Hopewell Missionary Baptist

10:45 AM

1831 Ewald Circle

(313) 883-0808

Rev. Ted R. Spencer Jr.

Oak Grove AME

8AM & 11AM

19801 Cherrylawn

(313) 341-8877

Rev. Dr. Robert Brumfield

House of Mercy

10AM

5203 St. Aubin

(313) 923-6395

Rev. Robert W. Wright, Jr.

Pleasant Valley AME (Belleville)

11AM

45620 Victoria Ave.

(313) 461-1303

Rev. Paul Mugala

Imani Missionary Baptist

11AM

13641 W. Eight Mile

(313) 341-9556

Rev. J.K. Jackson

Ruth Chapel AME

11AM

5353 Baldwin

(313) 267-9002

Rev. Diane Chappelle

Israel Baptist

10:45 AM

3748 E. Forest Ave.

(313) 922-2633

Rev. Edward L McCree Jr.

Saunders Memorial AME

11AM

3542 Pennsylvania

(313) 921-8111

Rev. Dwayne A. Gary

Jamison Temple Missionary Baptist

11 AM

12530 Mack Ave.

(313) 821-5958

Rev. Homer & Evang. Royal Jamison

Smith Chapel AME (Inkster)

11AM

3505 Walnut

(313) 561-2837

Rev. Dr. Cecilia Green-Bar

Jude Missionary Baptist

11AM

9036 Van Dyke

(313) 925-9330

Rev. Sylvester F. Harris, Sr.

St. Andrew AME

9:30AM & 11AM

12517 Linwood

(313) 868-3156

Rev. Kenneth Boyd

Kadesh Missionary Baptist

8AM & 11AM

20361 Plymouth Rd.

(313) 534-5382

Rev. Dr. Gregory L. Foster, Sr.

St. Luke AME

11AM

363 LaBelle

(313) 868-7707

Rev. Robert Addison Blake

King David M.B.C. of Detroit

11AM

18001 Sunset

(313) 891-4160

Pastor Sterling H. Brewer

St. Luke AME (Roseville)

11AM

17805 Oakdale Street

(586) 445-8350

Rev. Twylla B. Lucas

Leland Missionary Baptist

8AM & 11AM

22420 Fenkell Ave.

(313) 538-7077

Rev. C.A. Poe, Ph.D

St. John AME (River Rouge)

10:45 AM

505 Beechwood

(313) 386-2288

Rev. Gerald D. Cardwell

Liberty Temple Baptist Church

7:45AM & 10:45AM

17188 Greenfield

(313) 837-6331

Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Jr.

St. Matthew AME

11 AM

9746 Petoskey

(313) 894-3633

Rev. Gloria Clark

Little Rock Baptist Church

11 AM

9000 Woodward Ave.

(313) 872-2900

Rev. Jim Holley

St. Paul AME (Detroit)

10 AM

2260 Hunt St.

(313) 567-9643

Rev. Andre L. Spivey

Macedonia Missionary Baptist (Pontiac)

7:30 AM & 10AM

512 Pearsall St.

(248) 335-2298

Rev. Terrance J. Gowdy

St. Paul AME (Southwest)

9:30AM & 11AM

579 S. Rademacher

(313) 843-8090

Rev. Jeffrey Baker

Mark’s Tabernacle Missionary Baptist

11AM

15757 Wyoming

(313) 863-8090

Pastor J. Leonard Jones

St. Peter AME

10:45AM

948 Watling Blvd.

Rev. Kim Howard

Martin Evans Baptist Church

11:15AM

11025 Gratiot

(313) 526-0328

Rev. Thermon Bradfield, Pastor

St Stephen AME

10AM

6000 John E. Hunter Drive

(313) 895-4800

Dr. Michael A. Cousin

Messiah Baptist

10:45AM

8100 W. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 864-3337

Pastor Orville K. Littlejohn

Trinty AME

10:45AM

6516 16TH St.

(313) 897-4320

Rev. Dr. Alice Patterson

Metropolitan Baptist

10:45AM

13110 14th Street

(313) 869-6676

Rev. Dr. Charles Clark, Jr.

Vernon Chapel AME

11AM

18500 Norwood St.

(313) 893-5275

Rev. Larry James Bell

Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist

11AM

4741-43 Iroquois

(313) 924-6090

Vinson Chapel AME (Clinton Twp.)

11AM

22435 Quinn Rd

(586) 792-2130

Rev. Arnita Traylor

Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist

11AM

7432 Oakland Ave.

(313) 872-4630

Visitor’s Chapel AME

10:45AM

4519 Magnolia Street

(313) 898-2510

Rev. Anita McCants

Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

8944 Mack Ave

(313) 571-0041

Pastor Henry Crenshaw

Mt. Olive Baptist

10:45AM

9760 Woodward Ave.

(313) 871-5854

Rev. Harold H. Cadwell, Jr.

Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist

8AM & 10AM

21150 Moross Rd.

(313) 884-6648

Pastor James Minnick

Mt. Valley Missionary Baptist

9:30AM & 11AM

14718 Fenkell

(313) 272-0428

Dr. E. C. Garrison Rev. Damon Pierson

AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL ZION

Rev. Marvin Youmans

Clinton Chapel AME Zion

11AM

3401 23rd Street

(313) 897-5866

Pastor Ronald L. Bailey

Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist (Ecorse)

7:30AM & 10:50AM

3936 12th St.

(313) 383-1069

Greater St. Peters AME Zion

11AM

4400 Mt. Elliott

(313) 923-3161

Rev. Anthony Johnson

Nazarene Missionary Baptist Church

11AM

901 Melbourne

(313) 871-6509

Rev. Oscar A. E. Hayes

Lomax Temple AME Zion

8AM & 11AM

17441 Dequindre

(313) 893-1463

Rev. Brian Relford

New Bethel Baptist

7:30AM & 10:45AM

8430 C. L. Franklin Blvd.

(313) 894-5788

Rev. Robert Smith Jr.

Metropolitan AME Zion

11AM

17816 Woodward

(313) 869-5150

Rev. George A. Stewart

New Bethlehem Baptist

9:15AM & 10:45AM

19018 Hawthorne

(313) 366-1872

St. Paul AME Zion

10:30AM

11359 Dexter

(313) 933-1822

Rev. Eleazar Merriweather

New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist

11AM

3061 Ewald Circle

(313) 931-0559

St. Peter AME Zion

11AM

3056 Yemans

(313) 875-3877

Rev. Michael Nelson

New Birth Baptist Church

8AM & 11AM

27628 Avondale

(313) 563-1705

Rev. Joseph A. Stephens

John Wesley AME Zion (Southfield)

7:30AM & 10:45AM

28001 Evergreen

(248) 358-9307

Rev. Al Hamilton

New Calvary Baptist

10:30AM

3975 Concord St.

(313) 923-1600

Dr. Michael C.R. Nabors

New Faith Baptist Church

11:15AM

19961McIntyre

(313) 533-0679

Rev. McKinley A. Williams

New Greater Christ Baptist

11AM

13031 Charlevoix

(313) 331-2386

Rev. Dr. William O. Thompson

New Greater Oregon St. John

10.40AM

8010 Manor

(313) 931-1850

Rev. Robert L. Sykes

New Heritage Baptist

10:45AM

11226 E. Jefferson Ave.

(313) 837-4912

Rev. Jobe C. Hughley

APOSTOLIC

Rev. Arthur L. Turner

Abundant Life A.O.H. Church of God

11:30AM

437 S. Livernois

(313) 843-4339

Rev. Charles A. Bailey

New Jerusalem Temple Baptist

11AM

17330 Fenkell

(313) 836-8970

Rev. Lawrence J. London

Aimwell Apostolic Church

11:30AM

5632 Montclair

(313) 922-3591

Elder H. Seals

New Liberty Baptist Church

8AM & 11AM

2965 Meldrum

(313) 921-0118

Rev. Dr. Maurice Strimage, Jr., Pastor

Apostolic Church of God In Christ

11:15AM

5296 Tireman

(313) 894-2522

Rev. Gilbert Allen

New Life Community Church (Romulus)

11AM

35761 Van Born Rd

(734) 968-0105

Rev. Billy J. Hales

Apostolic Faith Temple

11AM

4735 W. Fort Street

(313) 843-3660

Bishop Lambert Gates

New Life MBC of Detroit

11AM

8300 Van Dyke

(313) 923-3111

Pastor Edison Ester, Jr.

Apostolic Temple

11:45AM

5201 French Rd.

(313) 826-6487

Bishop Derrick C. McKinney

New Light Baptist

10:45 AM

5240 W. Chicago

(313) 931-1111

Rev. Frederick L. Brown, Sr., Pastor

Bethel Christian Ministries (Oak Park)

12:30PM

13500 Oak Park Blvd.

(248) 424-5584

Bishop Donald E. Burwell

New Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist

11AM

13100 Woodward Ave.

(313) 869-0190

Rev. Dr. Jerome Kirby

Bethel Church of the Apostolic Faith

11AM

3381 Mack Ave.

(313) 579-2765

Elder John M. Lucas

New Mt. Pleasant Baptist

11AM

2127 East Canfield

(313) 831-4669

Rev. Willie Smith

Bethlehem Temple

11AM

16238 Joy Road

(313) 273-5699

Elder Samuel Hemmingway

New Mt. Vernon Baptist

11AM

521 Meadowbrook

(313) 331-6146

Rev. Dr. Edward R. Knox

Bethlehem Temple Church of Detroit

12 Noon

5594 Pennsylvania St.

(313) 923-4860

Pastor Brenda Waller

New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist

10:45 AM

2201 Elmhurst

(313) 868-7240

Rev. Jimmie T. Wafer

Calvary Apostolic Ministries (Southfield)

11:30AM

18347 W. McNichols

(313) 541-8728

Elder William E. Watson II

New Prospect Missionary Baptist

7:30AM & 11AM

6330 Pembroke

(313) 341-4883

Rev. Dr. Wilma R. Johnson

Christ Temple Apostolic Church (Westland)

11:15AM

29124 Eton St.

(734) 326-3833

District Elder Luke A. McClendon

New Providence Baptist

8AM & 11AM

18211 Plymouth

(313) 837-0818

Rev. Everett N. Jennings

Christ Temple Apostolic Faith Inc.

11:30AM

3907 30th Street

(313) 897-6132

Bishop James Garrett

New Resurrection Missionary Baptist

11AM

7718 W. McNichols

(313) 862-3466

Rev. Arthur Caldwell III

Christ Temple, City of Refuge (Inkster)

12 Noon

27741 Carlysle

(313) 278-8282

Elder L. C. Barnes, Jr.

New Salem Baptist

11AM

2222 Illinois St.

(313) 833-0640

Rev. Kevin H. Johnson, Pastor

Clinton Street Greater Bethlehem Temple

12 Noon

2900 W. Chicago Blvd.

(313) 361-1110

Bishop Shedrick L. Clark, Sr.

New St. Mark Baptist

7:30AM & 10AM

24331 W. 8 Mile Rd.

(313) 541-3846

Rev. Larry Smith

Corinthian Apostolic Faith

11AM

19638 Plymouth Rd.

(313) 836-0380

Elder Benjamin S. Hoke, Sr.

New St. Paul Baptist

10:45AM

2101 Lakewood

(313) 824-2060

Rev. Tolan J. Morgan

Deliverance Temple of Faith Ministries

11AM

9600 Woodlawn

(313) 923-3545

Elder Gary R. Gay, Sr.

New St. Peter’s Missionary Baptist

11AM

1600 Pingree

(313) 871-6969

Rev. Walter K. Cheeks

Faith Reconciliation Tabernacle Center Inc.

11AM

16599 Meyers

(313) 345-3849

Pastor Ray Johnson

Northwest Unity Missionary

11AM

8345 Ellsworth

(313) 863-8820

Rev. Dr. Oscar W. King III

Family Worship Center (Ecorse)

9:30AM & 11AM

4411 Fifth Street

(313) 381-9860

Pastor Tommy L. Lyons

Oasis of Hope

10AM

933 W. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 891-2645

Pastor Claude Allen May

First United Church of Jesus Christ

11:30AM

8061 Joy Rd.

(313) 834-8811

Bishop Cleven L. Jones, Sr.

Overcomers Evangel Missionary Baptist

11AM

20045 James Couzens Hwy. (313) 861-9144

Rev. C. Kenneth Dexter

Grace Christian Church

11AM & 7PM

16001 W. 7 Mile Rd.

(313) 272-6111

Elder Billy Owens

Peace Missionary Baptist

10:30AM

13450 Goddard

(313) 368-2304

Rev. David L. Jefferson, Sr.

Greater Christ Temple (Ferndale)

11:30AM

210 Hilton Rd.

(248) 414-3700

Presiding Bishop Carl E. Holland

Pilgrim Star Missionary Baptist Church

12 Noon

5619 14th Street

(313) 361-2542

Pastor Billy Hall

Greater Grace Temple

7:30AM & 11AM

23500 W. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 543-6000

Bishop Charles Haywood Ellis III

Pine Grove Baptist

10:45AM

1833 S. Electric

(313) 381-7882

Rev. Debirley Porter

Greater Grace Temple O.G.H.M. (Taylor)

11AM

24111 Koths

(313) 295-4472

Suff. Bishop Gary Harper

Pleasant Grove MBC

8AM & 10:45AM

13651 Dequindre

(313) 868-8144

Pastor Louis Forsythe II

Greater Second Ebenezer Apostolic Faith

11:45 AM

14118 Rosa Parks Blvd.

(313) 869-7783

Pastor O.B. Mahone, Jr.

Holy Temple

11:30 AM

8590 Esper Blvd

(313) 416-2166

Pastor Pamela Dixon

Renaissance Baptist 10:30AM 1045 East Grand Blvd.

(313) 922-7287

Rev. Edwin H. Holmes, Pastor Rev. Dale Weathers, Assoc. Pastor

Immanuel House of Prayer

11AM

147 E. Grand Blvd.

(313) 567-1871

Bishop Thomas L. Johnson, Sr.

Rosedale Park Baptist

10AM

14179 Evergreen

(313) 538-1180

Rev. Haman Cross, Jr.

Independent Apostolic Assembly

10:30AM & 6:30PM

16111 W. Eight Mile

(313) 838-0456

Bishop Charles C. McRae III

Russell Street Baptist

11AM

8700 Chrysler Fwy. Dr.

(313) 875-1615

Rev. Dee M. Coleman

Jesus Christ Apostolic

11:30AM

13341 Gratiot

(313) 371-8611

Pastor M. L. Jennings

Samaritan Missionary Baptist

10AM

8806 Mack Ave.

(313) 571-9797

Rev. Robert E. Starghill, Sr.

Mt. Sinai House of Prayer

11:30AM & 7PM

6462 Van Dyke

(313) 925-7050

Bishop Samuel Moore

Second Baptist Church of Detroit

8AM & 10:30AM

441 Monroe Street

(313) 961-0920

Rev. Kevin M. Turman

New Greater Bethlehem Temple Community

11:30AM

3763 16th Street

(313) 386-3055

Elder Anthony V. Price

Shady Grove Baptist

11 AM

2741 McDougall

(313) 923-1393

Pastor Roger Carson, Jr.

New Liberty Apostolic Faith

11:30AM

8425 Fenkell Ave.

(313) 342-2423

Bishop G.M. Boone D.D.

Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church

11:30AM

12728 Grand River

(313) 491-3190

Dr. Charles E. Marshall Sr.

New Life Assembly (Southfield)

12:30PM

27800 Southfield Rd.

(248) 851-3189

Elder Ronald B. Dalton

Springhill Missionary Baptist

7:45AM & 11AM

21900 Middlebelt Rd.

(248) 306-5450

Rev. Ronald Garfield Arthur

New Mt. Olives Apostolic Faith

11:30AM

2676 Hendrie

(313) 337-2027

Dr. Jeffrey I. Harris

St. Bartholomew - St Rita

Sat. 4PM | Sun. 9AM &11AM

2291 E. Outer Drive

(313) 892-1446

Rev. Ronald A. Borg

Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ (Eastpointe)

11:15AM

16226 E. Nine Mile

(586) 772-2336

Pastor Keith L. Spiller, Sr.

St. James Missionary Baptist

10AM

9912 Kercheval

(313) 822-9322

Pastor Karl Reid

Pentecostal Temple

11:30AM

750 Alter Rd.

(313) 824-8437

Bishop Dr. Charles M. Laster

St. Luke of Detroit

11:30AM

11832 Petoskey

(313) 912-6270

Bishop Chris C. Gardner III

Solomon’s Cathedral C.O.O.L.J. of the Apostolic Faith Inc.

11AM

19538 Schoolcraft

(313) 273-2992

Bishop Anthony David Crawford

St. Matthew Missionary Baptist

8AM & 11AM

13500 Wyoming

(313) 933-3722

Rev. David L. Lewis

St. Paul Apostolic Temple

11AM

17400 Manderson

(313) 861-2784

Bishop Benjamin S. Hoke

St Missionary Baptist Church

10AM

9212 Kercheval

(313) 372-5426

Rev David L. Brown

True Light Temple

11AM

8730 Harper

(313) 922-4500

Elder Michael Mitchell

St. Phillip’s Baptist MBC

9:30AM & 11:30AM

7307 Livernois

(313) 894-8123

Rev. Alvin D. Hodges, Sr.

True Worship Church

11AM

803 Cottrell

(313) 834-1697

Pastor Lovell Cannon Jr.

Tabernacle Missionary Baptist

8AM & 11AM

2080 W. Grand Blvd.

(313) 898-3325

Rev Nathan Johnson

Unity Temple of the Apostolic Faith

11AM

17376 Wyoming Ave.

(313) 862-3700

Pastor Steven Staten

Temple of Faith Baptist

10:45AM

14834 Coram Ave.

(313) 526-1400

Rev. Alan J. Jones

Word of Life Temple of Jesus Christ

11AM

19391 Conant

(313) 368-8630

Bishop Carl Noble, Sr., Pastor

Tennessee Missianary Baptist

11AM

2100 Fischer

(313) 823-4850

Rev. Milbrun L. Pearson, II

Zion Hill Church (Berkley)

12:15AM

3688 Twelve Mile Rd.

(248) 548-9466

Pastor Clarence Hawkins III

Thankful Missionary Baptist Church

11AM

2449 Carpenter St.

(313) 365-5519

Rev. Charles Hubbert

The Calvary Baptist Church

7:45AM & 10:45AM

1000 Robert Bradby Drive

(313) 567-4575

Rev. Lawrence T. Foster

Third Baptist Church

11AM

582 East Ferry

(313) 874-4133

Rev. Fred L. Gilbert

BAPTIST

Third New Hope Baptist Church

8AM/10AM & 12Noon

12850 Plymouth Rd.

(313) 491-7890

E. L. Branch, Senior Pastor

Aijalon Baptist

10:45AM

6419 Beechwood

(313) 895-7283

Rev. Dr. Curtis C. Williams

Triumph Missionary Baptist Church

8AM/9:30AM/11AM

2550 S. Liddesdale

(313) 386-8044

Rev. Solomon Kinloch, Jr.

Bethany Baptist Church

11AM

15122 W. Chicago Blvd.

(313) 836-7667

Rev. Dr. Samuel H. Bullock, Jr.

True Light Missionary Baptist

11AM

2504 Beniteau

(313) 822-3170

Rev. Alton M. Reid

Bethel Baptist Church East

7:30AM & 10:45AM

5715-33 Holcomb

(313) 923-3060

Dr. Michael Andrew Owens

True Love Missionary Baptist Church

7AM & 11:15AM

8200 Tireman

(313) 931-1177

Rev. Herbert B. Robinson, Jr.

Bethesda Missionary

10:15AM

8801 David St.

(313) 571-0095

Pastor Edward Holly

Twelfth Street Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

1840 Midland

(313) 868-2659

Rev. Floyd A. Davis

Beulah Missionary Baptist (Westland)

10AM

5651 Middlebelt

(734) 595-6146

Rev. Kenneth C. Pierce

Union Baptist

11:30AM

1754 E. Grand Blvd.

(313) 922-2557

Rev. Patrick L. Franklin

Central Institutional M.B.C

10:45AM

15170 Archdale

(313) 836-2933

Vacant

Union Grace Missionary Baptist

10:30AM

2550 W. Grand Blvd.

(313) 894-2500

Rev. Reginald E. Smith

Chapel Hill Baptist

7:45AM & 10:45AM

5000 Joy Road

(313) 931-6805

Rev. Dr. R. LaMont Smith II

Union Second Baptist (River Rouge)

10:45AM

459 Beechwood St.

(313) 383-5559

Rev. Kenneth L. Brown

Christ Cathedral Baptist

11AM

6115 Hartford

(313) 895-1999

Rev. George R. Williams, Jr.

United Missionary Baptist (Pontiac)

11AM

471 S. Boulevard

(248) 332-8917

Pastor Wardell Milton

Christ Reformed Baptist

11 AM

13576 Lesure

(313) 836-8507

Rev. Willie Williams

United Prayer Temple Baptist Church

11AM

15003 Fairfield

(313) 342-4011

Rev. Anthony L. Caudle, Sr.

Christian Chapel Community Baptist

11:30AM

22930 Chippewa

(248) 624-7675

Rev. George B. Glass, Jr.

Victory Fellowship Baptist Church

10:15AM

17401 East Warren Ave.

(313) 886-3541

Rev. Darryl S. Gaddy Sr.

Christ’s Mission Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

3712 Preston

(313) 579-9590

Rev. Howard R. Ramsey

Warren Ave. Missionary Baptist

7:30AM & 10:30AM

1042-44 East Warren Ave.

(313) 831-5990

Rev. Bernard Smith

Christland Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

12833 Puritan

(313) 341-0366

Rev. Allen O. Langford

Williams Chapel Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

3100 Elmwood

(313) 579-0875

Rev. James C. Jones

Church of God Baptist

11 AM

12000 Grand River

(313) 834-1265

Rev. Clifford D. Burrell, M. DIV.

Wings of Love Baptist

10:45AM

17133 John R.

(313) 867-7411

Rev. Alvin E. Jackson

Church of the New Covenant Baptist

10:45AM

3426 Puritan Ave.

(313) 864-6480

Rev. Brian Martin Ellison

Zion Hope Missionary Baptist

7:30AM & 10:45AM

4800 Van Dyke

(313) 921-3967

Rev. Curtis R. Grant Jr.

Church of Our Faith

10:45AM

2561 Beniteau

(313) 821-3627

Rev. William Anderson

Zion Hill Baptist Church

11AM

12017 Dickerson

Church of Our Father MBC

8AM & 10:45AM

5333 E. 7 Mile

(313) 891-7626

Rev. Bernard Byles

Zion Progress Baptist

11:00 AM

Conventional Missionary Baptist

11AM

2255 Seminole

(313) 922-4010

Pastor Roderick L. Richardson

Corinthian BC (Hamtramck)

8AM & 10:45AM

1725 Caniff Street

(313) 868-7664

Rev. Dr. Joseph R. Jordan

Cosmopolitan Baptist

10:30AM

17131 St. Aubin

(313) 893-6163

Pastor Senoise Clemons, Jr.

Dexter Avenue Baptist MBC

7:45AM & 10:45AM

13500 Dexter

(313) 869-4878

El Bethel Missionary MBC

8AM, 10AM & 12NOON

25295 Grand River

(313) 532-7897

Lawrence C. Glass, Jr., Pastor

Christ the King

10AM

20800 Grand River

(313) 532-1211

Rev. Victor Clore

Elim Baptist

11 AM

19333 Lahser Rd.

(313) 533-7285

Rev. Charles D. Oliver

Church of the Madonna

9AM

1125 Oakman Blvd.

(313) 868-4308

Msgr. Michael Le Fevre

El-Shaddai Missionary Baptist (Ferndale)

8AM & 11AM

928 E. 10 Mile

(248) 548-5683

Rev. Benny Holmes

Corpus Christi

9 AM

16000 Pembroke

(313) 272-0990

Rev. Donald Archambault

Elyton Missionary Baptist

8AM & 10:45AM

8903 St. Cyril

(313) 921-4072

Rev. John D. Kelly

GESU Catholic Church

5PM Sat & 8 & 10:30AM Sun.

17180 Oak Drive

(313) 862-4400

Rev. R. Scullin, S.J.

7835 E. Layfayette

(313) 372-3987 (313) 331-8244

Rev. Dan Flowers Rev. Dr. Allyson Abrams

CATHOLIC

Emmanuel MBC

11AM

13230 W. McNichols

(313) 927-2627

Rev. Frederick Lee Brown, Sr.

Good Shepherd Catholic

10AM

1265 Parkview

(313) 822-1262

Fr. Michael NKachukwu

First Baptist S.W.

8AM & 11AM

7642 Gould @ Crossley

(313) 841-4866

Rev. Garrund Woolridge

Martyrs of Uganda

11AM-Sat. 9AM

7601 Rosa Parks Blvd.

(313) 896-2335

Fr. Tyrone Robinson

First Baptist World Changers Int’l. Min.

11AM

22575 W. Eight Mile Rd.

(313) 255-0212

Pastor Lennell D. Caldwell

Our Lady of Good Counsel

Sun. 9:30AM - Sat. 4PM

17142 Rowe St.

(313) 372-1698

Rev. Robert J. Kotlarz

First Greater St. Paul Baptist

8AM & 10:45AM

15325 Gratiot Avenue

(313) 839-4000

Dr. Ricardo Bartlett, Sr.

Presentation/Our Lady of Victory

10:30AM

19760 Meyers Rd.

(313) 342-1333

Rev. Hubert Sanders

First Baptist Institutional

10AM

17101 W. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 835-5477

Rev. Ryan Johnson

Sacred Heart of Jesus

8AM /10AM

3451 Rivard St.

(313) 831-1356

Rev. Norman P. Thomas

First Missionary Baptist (Ecorse)

7:30AM &10:45AM

3837 15th Street

(313) 381-2700

Rev. Alfred L. Davis Jr.

St. Aloysius Church

11:30AM - Sat. 4PM

1234 Washington Blvd.

(313) 237-5810

Fr. Mark Soehner, O.F.M.

First Progressive Missionary Baptist

9:20AM & 11AM

10103 Gratiot

(313) 925-9377

Dr. R. W. McClendon

St. Augustine and St. Monica

10AM

4151 Seminole Street

(313) 921-4107

Rev. Daniel Trapp

First Union Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

5510 St. Aubin

(313) 571-3043

Rev. Frank J. Knolton

St. Cecilia

8:30AM & 10AM

10400 Stoepel

(313) 933-6788

Fr. Theodore Parker

Flowery Mount Baptist

11:15AM

13603 Linwood

(313) 869-2567

Rev. Daniel Moore

St. Gerard

8AM /11AM/4PM Sat.

19800 Pembroke

(313) 537-5770

Rev. Donald Archambault

Gethsemane Missionary Baptist (Westland)

8AM & 10AM

29066 Eton St.

(734) 721-2557

Rev. Dr. John E. Duckworth

St. Gregory The Great

11AM

15031 Dexter

(313) 861-0363

Msgr. Michael Le Fevre

God’s House of Prayer Baptist

11AM & 4PM

3606 25th St.

(313) 894-6739

Rev. Michael L. Townsell

St. Luke

11:30 AM - Sat. 4PM

8017 Ohio Ave.

(313) 935-6161

Fr. Tyrone Robinson

Good Shepherd Missionary Baptist

10:45AM

20915 Evergreen Rd.

(248) 353-4368

Rev. Dr. Herbert G. Ford

St. Matthew

10 AM - Sat. 4:30PM

6021 Whittier

(313) 884-4470

Rev. Duane R. Novelly

Great Commission Baptist

11AM

19250 Riverview

(313) 255-7995

Rev. Al Bufkin

St. Patrick

9:30AM

58 Parsons St.

(313) 833-0857

Fr. Mark Soehner, OFM

Greater Burnette Baptist

8AM & 10:30AM & 6PM 16801 Schoolcraft

(313) 837-0032

Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Caldwell

St. Raymond Church

Sun. 11AM - Sat. 4:30PM

20103 Joann St.

(313) 577-0525

Fr. Robert Kotlavz

Greater Christ Baptist

8AM & 10:45AM

3544 Iroquois

(313) 924-6900

Rev. James C. Perkins

St. Rita

9AM & 11:30AM

1000 E. State Fair

(313) 366-2340

Fr. Tim Kane

Greater Concord Missionary Baptist

9:30AM & 11AM

4500 East Davison Rd.

(313) 891-6800

Dr. Cullian W. Hill, Pastor

St. Peter Claver Catholic Community

10AM Sun.

13305 Grove Ave.

(313) 342-5292

Rev. James O’Reilly, S.J.

Greater Ephesian Baptist

10:45AM

9403 Oakland

(313) 867-3889

Rev. Jerry Lee James

Sts. Peter & Paul (Jesuit)

11AM & 7:35 PM

438 St. Antoine

(313) 961-8077

Fr. Carl A. Bonk

Greater Macedonia Baptist

10:45AM

8200 Mack Ave.

(313) 923-5588

Rev. Wallace Bell

St. Suzanne/Our Lady Gate of Heaven

Sat. 5:30PM - Sun. 9AM

19321 W. Chicago

(313) 838-6780

Fr. Robert McCabe

Greater Mt. View Missionary Baptist

11AM

4211 Mt. Elliott

(313) 924-2500

Pastor Edward Smith

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NON-DENOMINATIONAL

CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) Renaissance Christian Church

10:30AM

18101 James Couzens

(313) 341-7025

Rev. Antonio Harlan

Action Outreach Church

10AM & 11:30AM

12908 W. 7 Mile Rd.

(313) 345-3016

A.C. Goodman, Pastor

Serenity Christian Church

11AM

5801 E. 7 Mile

(313) 892-3550

Rev. John C. Harvey

Almighty God Missionary Tabernacle

10:30AM

2708 Joseph Campau

(313) 921-0848

Rev. Dr. Minnie L. Lacy

Bible Standard Church of God

11AM

9600 Woodlawn

(313) 921-9741

Rev. Samuel Oree

Body of Christ International

11AM

11780 Ohio

(313) 491-2102

Bishop Kenneth L. Tate

Body of Christ Community of Faith

10:30AM

18100 Meyers Rd.

(313) 345-9106

Rev. Benjamin Prince

Bride Of Christ

11AM

12400 Kelly

(313) 371-3236

Rev. Bill McCullum

Calvary Church of Jesus Christ

11:15AM

6318 Varney

(313) 922-3877

Pastor L.C. Gray

Canton Christian Fellowship

8AM & 10:30AM

8775 Ronda Drive

(734) 404-2408

David Washington, Jr.

Cathedral of Faith

10:30AM

13925 Burt Rd.

(313) 533-9673

Rev. Lee A. Jackson

Cathedral of Hope

11AM

17561 Jos. Campau

(313) 366-4234

Rev. Robert Thomas, Sr.

Christ Covenant Church

9:30AM & 11:30AM

10213 Hamilton Ave.

(313) 883-2203

Rev. Authur L. Gooden

Church of Universal Truth

11:30AM

13038 E. McNichols

(313) 371-4839

Rev. Adrian Harris

Community Church of Christ

11AM

11811 Gratiot Ave.

(313) 839-7268

Pastor R. A. Cranford

Craig Memorial Tabernacle

10:45AM

14201 Puritan

(313) 838-4882

Rev. James L. Craig II

Deeper Life Gospel Center (Redford)

11AM

20601 Beech Daly

(313) 794-0975

Rev. Wade A. Bell, Sr.

Deliverance Center

10AM

340 West Grand Blvd.

(313) 297-7773

Bishop Gregg A. Booker

Dove Christian Center Church

11AM

4660 Military

(313) 361-Dove

Pastors Lucell & Marcella Trammer

Eastside Church of God (Sanctified)

11:30AM

2900 Gratiot Ave.

(313) 567-7822

Bishop William K. Lane D.D.

Family Victory Fellowship Church (Southfield)

8AM & 11AM

19421 W. 10 Mile Rd

(248) 354-1990

Pastor Larry T. Jordan

Fellowship Chapel, U.C.C.

9:30 AM

7707 W. Outer Drive

(313) 347-2820

Rev. Wendell Anthony

Full Truth Fellowship Church

11:30AM

4458 Joy Rd.

(313) 896-0233

Rev. Darlene C.A. Franklin

Grace Out-Reach Ministry

10:30AM

15251 Harper

(313) 885-1927

Bishop J. Ward, Jr.

Greater Heritage of Christ Church

11:30 AM

19471 James Couzen

Rev. Tracy Lamont Bell

Greater Life Christian (Pontiac)

10AM

65 E. Huron

(313) 334-1166

Eld. Ellington L. Ellis, Senior Pastor

Hill’s Chapel

11:30AM

6100 Linwood

(313) 896-9460

Rev. V. Broadnax

Interfaith Church

11AM

1923 23rd Street

(810) 985-5555

Rev. Link Howard III

Lighthouse Cathedral

10:30AM & 12Noon

15940 Puritan Ave

(313) 273-1110

Bishop Charlie H. Green

Metropolitan Temple

11AM

20099 Fenkell

(313) 533-8063

Rev. Byron Ammons

New Birth Church of Christ

11AM

8021 Linwood

(313) 897-1531

Rev. Keith Cooper

New Foundation Christian Ctr.

11AM

7759 Fenkell

(313) 862-0657

Pastor Marshall Hall

New Galilee Spiritual Church

11AM

8025 Harper St.

(313) 571-2108

Bishop M. J. Moore Sr.

New Life! Christian Ministries, Inc.

10:30AM

2415 W. Forest Ave.

(313) 894-9394

Pastor Jacquelyn L. Rhodes

New Testament Worship Center

11:15AM

14451 Burt Rd.

(313) 592-8134

Pastors Samuel & Sarah Davis

Perfecting the Saints of God Church

11:30AM

13803 Newbern

(313) 368-8973

Bishop W.E. Hollowell

Puritan Street Church of Christ

11:15AM

19451 Conant

(313) 893-2197

Pastor Mary R. Ealy

Restoration Christian Fellowship

10AM

22575 W. 8 Mile Rd.

(313) 255-0212

Pastor Paul Bersche

Restoration International Christian Ministries

4PM

18140 Cornell Rd.

(248) 352-9256

Rev. Dr. Ronald F. Turner

Right Spirit Christian Church

10AM

16250 Northland Dr.

(313) 837-7510

Rev. Jacquelyn Willis

Shekinah Tabernacle Gospel Church

10AM

16900 W. Chicago

(313) 835-0283

Elder Risarg “Reggie” Huff

CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL Carter Metropolitan CME

10:45AM

1510-12 W. Grand Blvd.

(313) 895-6744

Rev. Dr. Faith A. Allen

Central CME

11AM

7600 Tireman

(313) 931-0592

Rev. Patricia Havis

Coggins Memorial CME

11AM

4900 Hurlbut

Rev. Donte Townsend

Grace CME

10:45AM

642 W. McNichols

(313) 862-4774

Rev. Dr. Barbara Delaney

Greater New Bethany CME (Romulus)

11AM

35757 Vinewood

(313) 326-0210

Rev. Christopher Hale

Hamlett Temple CME

11AM

13600 Wyoming

Rev. Dr. Robert Holt

Isom Memorial CME (Belleville)

11:15AM

23612 Sumpter Rd.

(734) 461-2200

Rev. Prince Albert Williams

Missionary Temple CME

11AM

18134 Lumpkin

(313) 893-2685

Rev. Eugene Warford

Peace CME

11AM

4613 Chene

(313) 832-5929

Rosebrough/Bunton CME

11AM

15001 Quincy

(313) 341-0524

Rev. Fred Moore Jr.

St. John’s CME

10:30AM

8715 Woodward Ave.

(313) 872-5663

Rev. Joseph Gordon

Womack Temple CME (Inkster)

11AM

28445 Cherry St.

(734) 326-4822

Rev. Tyson Kelly

CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ of Conant Gardens

11AM

18460 Conant

(313) 893-2438

John H. Mayberry, Jr.

Holy Redeemer Church of Christ

12NOON & 3PM

7145 Harper

(313) 342-7628

Bishop J. Hatcher

New Cameron Ave. Church of Christ

11AM & 6PM

7825 Cameron

(313) 875-8132

Lucky Dawson, Minister

Northwest Church of Christ

11AM

5151 Oakman Blvd.

(313) 834-0562

Patrick Medlock/Stanley Daniel

Westside Church of Christ

11AM & 5PM

6025 Woodrow

(313) 898-6121

Jerrold D. Mcullough, Minister

Wyoming Church of Christ

9:15AM/10:30AM & 6PM 20131 Wyoming

(313) 345-6780

Dallas A. Walker Jr., Minster

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST All God’s People Ministries

11AM

7013 E. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 492-5009

Apostle W. J. Rideout III - Sr., Pastor

Anderson Memorial C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

17860 Jos. Campau

(313) 366-1407

Supt. Charles J. Johnson III

Bailey Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11:15AM

5370 McKinley Ave.

(313) 898-7996

Elder Randall L. Greenwood

Calvary C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

15025 Fenkell

(313) 836-6939

Elder David L. Wells

Christian Gospel Center

11:30AM

19901 Kentucky

(313) 345-9160

Rev. Marcus R. Ways

Conquerors of Faith Ministries COGIC

11AM

13100 Puritan

(313) 862-5467

Pastor S.A. Moore

Covenant Missionary Temple (Roseville)

9:30AM & Sun. 11AM

28491 Utica Rd.

(810) 776-9235

Elder Jay L. Burns

East Grand Blvd. C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

1432 East Grand Blvd.

(313) 922-1464

Bishop Elton A. Lawrence

East Side Unity C.O.G.I.C.

11:45AM

5357 Mt. Elliott

(313) 579-2353

Supt. Robert Butts Jr.

Encouragement Corner Ministries

9AM & 10:30AM

10330 Whittier

(313) 417-9430

Elder Howard L. Parker, Jr.

Evangel Church of God in Christ

11:45AM

13318 Kercheval

(313) 824-4887

Supt. James Smith, Jr.

Faith Clinic C.O.G.I.C.

11:15AM

12260 Camden

(313) 372-3429

Bishop Edward W. Lucas, D.D.

Faith Tabernacle C.O.G.I.C.

10:45AM & 6PM

23800 Lahser

(248) 357-3110

Elder Edward W. Lucas, D.D.

Fellowship C.O.G.I.C. (Ecorse)

11AM

3828 12th St.

(313) 381-6644

Rev. William Elum

Shrine of the Black Madonna/ Pan African Orthodox Christian Church

11:15AM

7625 Linwood

(313) 875-9700

Cardinal Mbiyu Chui

Fenkell Gospel Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

2600 Fenkell

(313) 862-4771

Elder Lavell Whitaker

Spirit Filled Ministries

11AM

15100 Plymouth

(313) 272-3104

Pastor Thomasyne Petty Faulkner

First Tabernacle of Detroit

8:30AM & 11AM

4801 Oakman Blvd.

(313) 935-PRAY

St. Michael Church Guardian Angel

10AM & 11:30AM

12320 Woodrow Wilson

(313) 868-7166

Bishop James Williams

Healing Springs C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

10331 Dexter Ave.

(313) 813-8952

Rev. Joey Henderson

Temple of St. Jude Spiritual

8AM & 11AM

8747 Fenkell

(313) 834-1650

Rev. Larry H. Williams

Glad Tidings C.O.G.I.C.

11:15 AM

625 E. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 366-4378

Elder Robert D. Taylor, Sr.

10AM & 11AM

16573 Meyers Rd.

(313) 862-7073

Pastor Krafus Walker

Northwest Activities Center (313) 270-2325 Ballroom

Rev. Shaheerah Stephens

Glory and Praise Tabernacle C.O.G.I.C

Transforming Love Community 10AM

Glory to Glory Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

19309 Greenfield Rd.

(313) 477-0479

Pastor Tommy C. Vanover

True Light Worship Center

11AM

8714 W. McNichols

(313) 864-1046

Rev. William H. Sanders

Greater Bethesda (Ecorse) C.O.G.I.C.

11:30AM

4670 9th Street

(313) 381-3810

Elder Sam Knolton, Sr.

Unique Non-Complaining Church (Redford)

8AM & 12 Noon

26547 Grand River Ave.

(313) 794-5440

Pastor Charles E. Brooks Jr.

Greater Dequindre C.O.G.I.C.

11:45AM

1847 Sycamore

(313) 961-4842

Rev. Robert Bullard, Jr.

Universal Hagar’s Spiritual Temple #7

11AM & Fri. 6PM

13327 W. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 862-0363

Rev. Mother Cynthia Nelson

Greater Emmanuel Institutional C.O.G.I.C.

8:30AM & 11AM

19190 Schafer

(313) 864-7170

Bishop J. Drew Sheard

Universal Liberty In Christ Temple, Inc

11AM

7000 E. Canfield

(313) 923-5360

Rev. Ralph J. Boyd

Greater Haven of Rest C.O.G.I.C.

10:30AM

16130 Woodbine

(313) Jesus-29

Supt. R. K. Benson

Universal Life of Hope

12PM

15065 Grand River

(313) 836-2100

Rev. Dr. R. Hill

Greater Love Tabernacle C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

17617 Plymouth Rd.

(313) 835-8016

Universal Triumph the Dominion of God, Inc.

10:30AM

1651 Ferry Park

Greater Miller Memorial C.O.G.I.C. (Warren)

11AM & 6:30PM

4439 E. Nine Mile Rd.

(586) 757-6767

Bishop Earl J. Wright

(313) 873-6591 Rev. Lord & Princess James Maggie Shaffer

Greater Mitchell Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

13737 Curtis

(313) 345-9900

Bishop John H. Sheard

Waterfall Bible Institute

6PM - 10PM

12040 Visger Rd.

(313) 382-0900

Rev. Dr. Emanuel Cain

Greater Mt. Everett (Ferndale)

11AM & 7PM

631 E. 8 Mile Rd.

(248) 541-7200

Elder Jesse G. Bell

Greater Northwest C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

15811 Rosa Parks Blvd.

(313) 345-4676

Pastor Supt. Cleotis Wells

Greater Rock of Ages C.O.G.I.C.

12 NOON

9804 Conner Ave.

(313) 526-0482

Supt. Fred L. Mitchell Sr.

Hammond C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

8740 Puritan

(313) 861-9095

Victor G. Thompson, Pastor

St. Raphael of Brooklyn Orthordox

10AM

(313) 533-3437

V. Rev. Fr. Leo Copacia

Hill Memorial C.O.G.I.C.

11:30AM

5501 Chase Rd.

(313) 846-4674

Bishop Michael Hill

Jones Memorial C.O.G.I.C.

11 AM

19200 Evergreen Rd.

(313) 534-2860

Elder Leon R. McPherson Sr.

(Kendall) The New Gospel Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

16601 Tireman St.

(313) 581-4377

Pastor Gerald A. Echols Jr.

New Christ Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

10001 Hayes

(313) 521-5426

Rev. Lorris Upshaw, Sr.

New Jerusalem C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

7361 Linwood Ave.

(313) 894-8816

Elder Darryl Clark

New Maclin Temple C.O.G.I.C.

10AM & 12 NOON

2255 E. Forest

(313) 831-7372

Elder James M. Maclin

New St. Paul Tabernacle C.O.G.I.C.

8AM & 10AM

15340 Southfield Dr.

(313) 835-5329

Bishop P.A. Brooks

Redemptive Love Christian Center

10AM

12190 Conant Ave.

(313) 893-6275

Elder Kenneth J. Jenkins

Rewarding Faith C.O.G.I.C.

8AM & 11AM

12935 Buena Vista Ave.

(313) 933-3000

Supt. Joseph W. Harris

Saints Liberty Life Steps Ministries (Pontiac)

11AM

340 East Pike St.

(248) 736-3207

Elder Andrew L. Jenkins Sr.

Seth Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11:30AM

9841 Dundee

(313) 931-1315

Elder Philip R. Jackson

Shiloh Chapel C.O.G.I.C.

9AM & 11:30AM

14841 Eastburn Ave.

(313) 527-5400

Bishop Alfred M. Smith

The Open Door C.O.G.I.C.

11:30AM

14900 E. 7 Mile Rd.

(313) 526-3460

Elder Alan R. Evans

The Way of True Holiness C.O.G.I.C.

10:30AM

1901 Electric Ave.

(313) 383-3373

Elder Curtis Charles McDonald

The Word of Truth C.O.G.I.C. (Warren)

9AM &10:30 AM

7107 Rivard Ave.

(586) 754-9673

Dr. Robert E. Garner, Pastor

Unity Fellowship C.O.G.I.C.

11AM & 6PM

17050 Joy Rd.

(313) 270-2000

Elder George W. Hutchinson, Sr.

Walk In The Spirit C.O.G.I.C.

11:30AM

11648 Whittier Ave.

(313) 371-4007

Elder Leon K. Shipman Sr.

11AM

7630 Southfield Rd.

(313) 633-0852

Pastor John O. Wright, Jr.

CONGREGATIONAL Bushnell Congregational Church

10:30 AM

15000 Southfield Rd.

(313) 272-3550

Rev. Roy Isaac

First Congregational Church of Detroit

11AM

33 E. Forest

(313) 831-4080

Rev. Dr. Lottie Jones Hood

10AM

Cathedral Church of St. Paul Christ Church - Detroit

3837 W. Seven Mile

PENTECOSTAL Church of God of Baldwin

11:30AM

5540 Talbot

(313) 366-3190

Elder Gerald Williams

El-Beth-El Temple

11AM

15801 Schaefer

(313) 835-3326

Elder Henry G. Sims Sr.

God’s Way Cathedral (formely C.O.G.I.C.)

11:30AM

14820 Puritan St.

(313) 580-9103

Bishop Herbert A. Ross D.D.

God’s Vineyard C.O.G.I.C. (Centerline)

11:30AM

8090 Theisen

(586) 755-8910

Bishop Carey Jackson Jr.

Great Faith Ministries Int’l

11AM

10735 Grand River

(313) 491-1330

Bishop Wayne & Pastor Beverly Jackson

Greater Faith Assembly

11:30AM

1330 Crane St.

(313) 821-5761

Bishop Raphael Williams Sr.

Mt. Zion Church of Deliverance

11:30AM

2263 S. Fort St.

(313) 388-9867

Rev. Jewett B. Jackson

New Jerusalem C.O.G.I.C.

11AM

7361 Linwood

(313) 894-8816

Elder Darryl Clark

New Resurrection Faith Ministries Inc.

11AM

18614 Schoolcraft

(313) 836-8099

Bishop Merdith R. Bussell

Thomas Temple C.O.G.I.C.

11am & 5:30PM

14500 Grand River

(313) 835-3570

Bishop Frank Richard

True Testimonial of Jesus (Roseville)

11:30 AM

19200 Frazho

(810) 443-4999

Rev. Willie Moorer Jr.

Universal Church of the Living God

10AM & 11:15AM

3401 Grandy Ave.

(313) 259-0707

Bishop Earl Field, Sr.

World Deliverance Temple

8AM & 11AM

27355 Ann Arbor Trail

(313) 730-8900

Bishop Roy Ferguson

Calvary Presbyterian

10:30AM

19125 Greenview

(313) 537-2590

Christ Presbyterian

11AM

23795 Civic Center Dr.

(248) 356-2635

Rev. Kevin R. Johnson

First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham

8:30AM & 10AM

1669 W. Maple

(248) 644-2040

Hope Presbyterian

11AM

15340 Meyers Rd.

(313) 861-2865

Rev. Raphael B. Francis

St. John’s Presbyterian, U.S.A.

11AM

1961 E. Lafayette Blvd.

(313) 567-0213

Rev. Johnie Bennett

Trinity Community Presbyterian U.S.A.

8:30AM & 11AM

4849 W. Outer Drive

(313) 342-2288

Rev. Edwin Fabré

Westminster Church for All People

8:30AM & 11AM

17567 Hubbell Ave.

(313) 341-2697

Rev. Mary Austin

(CUMBERLAND) PRESBYTERIAN

Episcopal All Saints Episcopal

23300 W. Davison St.

PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE New Hope Church of the Nazarene

ORTHODOX-CHRISTIAN

(313) 341-5320

Rev. C. Alfred Loua

7:30AM, 8:15AM & 10:30AM 4800 Woodward Ave

(313) 831-5000

Rev. Dr. S. Scott Hunter

8:15AM & 10:30AM

960 E. Jefferson

(313) 259-6688

Rev. John Talk

Grace Episcopal

8:30 & 11AM

1926 Virginia Park

(313) 895-6442

Supply Clergy

St. Christopher St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

11AM

20750 W. McNichols

(313) 538-2320

Rev. Deborah Semon Scott

St. Clement’s Episcopal (Inkster)

8AM & 10:30AM

4300 Harrison St.

(734) 728-0790

Rev. Ellis Clifton. Jr., Rector

St. Cyprian’s Episcopal

10:30AM

6114 28th St.

(313) 896-7515

Rev. Dr. Donald M. Lutas

St. Matthew’s & St. Joseph’s Episcopal

8AM & 11AM

8850 Woodward Ave.

(313) 871-4750

Rev. Shannon Brown -MacVean

St. Phillip & St. Stephen Episcopal

10AM

14225 Frankfort

(313) 822-7730

St. Timothy’s Episcopal

10:45AM

15820 Wyoming

(313) 341-1244

Supply Clergy

St. Paul Cumberland Presbyterian

11AM

St. Peter’s Primitive

11:30AM

Church of the Living God /#37

11:30AM

3841 Humphrey

(313) 834-2463

PRIMITIVE BAPTIST 17251 Jos Campau

(313) 893-9094

Rev. Walter L. Harris

(313) 831-2770

Elder Leroy Williams

PROTESTANT 3556 Dubois

REFORMED CHURCH IN AMERICA Nardin Park Community

11AM

5027 W. Boston

(313) 834-4770

Rev. Robert Morris

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST FREE METHODIST New Beginnings Free Methodist (Ann Arbor)

8:30AM

2780 Packard Rd.

(734) 971-8317 Rev. Jeffery D. Harrold

Burns Church of Seventh-Day Adventist

Sat. 11:00AM

10125 East Warren Ave

(313) 924-5535

Rev. Cory Jackson, Sr., Pastor

City Temple Seventh-Day Adventist

9:15AM & 11AM

8816 Grand River

(313) 897-0506

Leon J. Bryant, Pastor

Detroit Northwest Seventh-day Adventist Church

Sat. 9:45 & 11:15 AM

14301 Burt Rd

(313) 538-8190

Cory Jackson, Pastor

Ecorse Church of Seventh-Day Adventists

Sat. 9:15AM &10:45AM

3834 10th St.

(313) 928-9212

William Hughes, Pastor

Sharon Seventh-Day (Inkster)

Sat. 9:15AM & 11AM

28537 Cherry Street

(313) 722-2313

Philip Jones, Pastor

FULL GOSPEL BAPTIST Abundant Life Full Gospel Worship Center

11:30AM

5619 Charles

(313) 366-0874

Pastors Roger & Mary Lewis

Crossroads Victory Full Gospel Cathedral

10:30AM & 11:30AM

9355 Greenfield

(313) 836-7260

Rev. Dr. Eileen V. Martin, Ph.D., Ed.D.

Heavenly Dimensions F.G.B.C.

10AM & 11AM

11731 Mt. Elliot

(313) 368-2925

Pastor Robert D. Lodge Jr.

Resurrection Ministries

11AM

4959 Martin

(313) 896-1708

Rev. William Goodman

UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST First Unitarian Universalist Church

11AM

4605 Cass Ave.

(313) 833-9107

Rev. Roger Mohr

Northwest Unitarian Universalist Church

10AM

23925 Northwestern Hwy.

(248) 354-4488

Rev. Kimi Riegel

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL Community Christian Fellowship

11AM

8131 E. Outer Drive

(313) 245-2925

Bishop Samuel A Wilson, Sr.

First Church of the Redeemed

11:15AM

9360 Van Dyke

(313) 923-6455

Min. Katherine M. Fitzgerald

For Such A Time As This Ministry

11AM

10630 Grand River

(313) 935-9992

Pastor Joyce Driver

Grace Community Church of Detroit

8AM & 11AM

20021 W. Chicago Rd.

(313) 273-0410

William A Harris, Minister

People’s Community

7:30AM & 10:30AM

8601 Woodward Ave.

(313) 871-4676

Rev. Martin E. Bolton

ISLAMIC FAITH Masjid Wali Muhammed (Jum’ah 1PM)

Ta’aleem Sunday 1PM

11529 Linwood

(313) 868-2131

Imam Salim MuMin

Moorish Science Temple of America, Temple #25

2-4 Sun./7:30PM-10PM FRI.

5601 Grand River

(313) 894-8340

Minister Bro Craig P. Fuqua-Bey

Muhammad Mosque No. One

11AM Sun./ 8PM W&F

14880 Wyoming

(313) 931-4873

Minister Rasul Muhammad

(The) Muslim Center (Jum’ah Prayer 1PM)

Ta’aleem 12NOON

1605 W. Davison Ave.

(313) 883-3330

Derrick Ali, Imam

LUTHERAN Cross of Glory Lutheran (ELCA)

9:30AM

16661 E. State Fair

(313) 839-5787

Pr. Michael Rothgery

Genesis Lutheran

10AM

7200 Mack

(313) 571-7371

no pastor at present time

Good Shepherd Lutheran (ELCA)

10:30AM

16100 Lawton St.

(313) 341-3978

no pastor at present time

Gracious Saviour Lutheran (ELCA)

11AM

19484 James Couzens Hwy.

(313) 342-4950

no pastor at present time

Immanuel Lutheran (ELCA)

8AM & 11AM

13031 Chandler Park Dr.

(313) 821-2380

Pr. Patrick P. Gahagen

Iroquois Ave Christ Lutheran (ELCA)

10AM

2411 Iroquois

(313) 921-2667

Pr. Maxcy Christmas

Outer Drive Faith Lutheran Church

8:30AM & 11AM

17500 James Couzens Fwy

(313) 341-4095

Rev. Eddie Morales

Revelation Lutheran (ELCA)

10AM

6661 Oakman Blvd.

(313) 846-9910

Pr. Doris Harris Mars

Salem Memorial Lutheran (ELCA)

10:45AM

21230 Moross

(313) 881-9201

Pr. Michael Johnson

St. Andrew-Redeemer Lutheran (ELCA)

10AM

2261 Marquette St.

(313) 262-6143

Frank Jackson

St. James Lutheran (ELCA)

10:30AM

14450 Ashton Road

(313) 838-3600

Pr. Michael Konow

Spirit of Hope Lutheran (ELCA)

11AM

1519 Martin Luther King Blvd. (313) 964-3113

Pr. Matthew Bode

NEW THOUGHT - HOLY SPIRIT Divine Awareness Spiritual Temple of Truth

Sun. 4PM/Thur. 9PM

4088 Pasadena

(313) 491-1062

Rev. Jewell Stringer

Faith Universal Study Group

11:30AM

8033 Kercheval

(313) 393-5212

Rev. Gloria J. Fitchpritch

St. Catherine Temple of Prophecy

11AM

12833 Linwood Ave.

(313) 868-5612

Rev. Vallerie Gray

The Order of the Fishermen Ministry

10:30AM

10025 Grand River Ave.

(313) 933-0770

Fisherman Earl “DOC” Savage

Vulcan Christian Ministries (Warren)

11AM

7447 Convention Blvd.

(810) 771-3257

Dr. Marjorie A. Lyda

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Mayflower Congregational Church

11AM

7301 Curtis

(313) 861-6450

Rev. J. Michael Curenton

St. John’s – St. Luke

10:30AM

2120 Russell

(313) 393-8168

Rev. J. Womack – Rev. L. Hawkins

Calvary United Methodist

11AM

15050 Hubbell

(313) 835-1317

Rev. Dr. Theodore L. Whitely, Sr.

Cass Community United Methodist

11AM

3901 Cass Ave.

(313) 833-7730

Rev. Faith Fowler

Central United Methodist

10AM

23 E. Adams

(313) 965-5422

Rev. Edwin A. Rowe

Conant Avenue United Methodist

11AM

18600 Conant Ave.

(313) 891-7237

Rev. Dr. Darryl E. Totty

Faith United Methodist (Oak Park)

9:30AM & 10AM

23880 Scotia

(248) 542-8861

Rev. Jonathan Combs

Henderson Memorial United Methodist

9:30AM

7520 Puritan

(313) 342-4020

Rev. Thomas Taylor

Hope United Methodist (Southfield)

7:30AM & 10:30AM

26275 Northwestern Hwy.

(248) 356-1020

Dr. Carlyle Fielding Stewart IIIs

Metropolitan United Methodist Church

11AM

8000 Woodward

(313) 875-7407

Rev. Dr. Ray McGee

Mt. Hope United Methodist

11AM

15400 E. Seven Mile Rd.

(313) 371-8540

Rev. Henry Williams

People’s United Methodist

11AM

19370 Greenfield

(313) 342-7868

Rev. Carter A. Grimmett

Redford Aldergate United Methodist Church

9AM & 11:15AM

22400 Grand River

(313) 531-2210

Rev. Jeffrey S. Nelson

Second Grace United Methodist

8AM & 11AM

18700 Joy Rd.

(313) 838-6475

Rev. Dr. Charles S. G. Boayue

Scott Memorial United Methodist

11AM

15361 Plymouth

(313) 836-6301

Rev. Anthony Hood

St. James United Methodist (Westland)

10:30AM

30055 Annapolis Rd.

(313) 729-1737

Rev. Willie F. Smith

St. Paul United Methodist

11AM

8701 W. Eight Mile Rd.

(313) 342-4656

Rev. Henry Williams

St. Timothy United Methodist

8:30 AM & 11AM

15888 Archdale

(313) 837-4070

Dr. Lester Mangum

Trinity Faith United Methodist

11AM

19750 W. McNichols

(313) 533-0101

Rev. Jan J. Brown

John Wesley United Methodist (River Rouge)

11AM

555 Beechwood Street

(313) 928-0043

Rev. Rahim Shabazz

Unity of Farmington Hills

10AM

32500 W. Thirteen Mile Rd.

(248) 737-9191

Rev. Barbara Clevenger

Detroit Unity Temple

10AM

17505 Second Blvd.

(313) 345-4848

Pastor Gregory Guice

God Land Unity

11AM

22450 Schoolcraft

(313) 794-2800

Rev. Ron D. Coleman, Sr.

Unity of Redford (Livonia)

5-6 PM

28660 Five Mile Rd.

(313) 272-7193

Rev. Josephine Furlow

West Side Unity

9:30AM & 11AM

4727 Joy Rd.

(313) 895-1520

Rev. Charles G. Williams

UNITED METHODIST

UNITY

UNIVERSAL FOUNDATION FOR BETTER LIVING Faith Universal Truth Center

11:30AM

8033 Kercheval

(313) 921-2950

Rev. Gloria J. Fitchpritch

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