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First Black ‘Bachelor’? Please, No

A social media campaign is afoot to cast Lamar Hurd as the first Black man on ABC’s reality series ‘The Bachelor.’ This columnist says, “Be careful what you wish for, Lamar.”

Key and Peele, and Trayvon

What do two sketch comedians from Comedy Central have to do with the Trayvon Martin shooting? Both connect directly to the modern Black male experience. And as Christians, we should seek to understand why.

Into the Wild ‘Blue’ Yonder

The film version of Donald Miller’s bestselling ‘Blue Like Jazz’ is a refreshingly honest look at how God can use unexpected sources to draw us back to him.

Can Mary Mary Save Reality TV?

Erica and Tina Campbell’s new show is worth checking out. But can the gospel-singing sisters survive in a genre that thrives on amped-up drama and dysfunction?

‘October Baby’ Celebrates Choice of Life

The brothers behind the surprise hit film ‘October Baby’ set out to tell an inspiring, pro-life story while avoiding the political rancor. Our Chandra White-Cummings believes they succeeded.

KONY 2012’s Fame Problem

In their effort to make Josephy Kony ‘famous,’ the KONY 2012 filmmakers taught us something about the savage nature of fame.

Faith Motivates ‘Undefeated’ Coach

Volunteer football coach Bill Courtney is featured in the Oscar-winning documentary ‘Undefeated.’ UrbanFaith talked to Courtney about the award, his team, and what motivated him to serve his players.

Are We Destroying Black Hollywood?

Oscar nominee Viola Davis spent more time defending her portrayal of a maid in ‘The Help’ than celebrating her Best Actress nomination. Will the Black community ever allow its dramatic actors to be more than just ‘a credit to the race.’

Where All the Christian Emcees At?

Theory Hazit tells us the inspiration behind his new album, why he’s tired of being called a ‘Christian’ rapper, and why emcees are being left out of the Gospel scene.

Saying Goodbye to Whitney Houston

What reporting on location at Whitney Houston’s semi-private, gospel-filled funeral has to teach us about spiritual battles, grace, and celebrity.

What Whitney Gave Women Like Me

Whitney Houston, the woman whom I most admired growing up, is gone too soon. But I’m grateful for the lessons we can take from her life and music.