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Art of the Month
Black Lives Matter
BlackLivesMatter was founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin’s murderer. Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, Inc. is a global organization in the US, UK, and Canada, whose mission is to eradicate white supremacy and build local power to intervene in violence inflicted on Black communities by the state and vigilantes. By combating and countering acts of violence, creating space for Black imagination and innovation, and centering Black joy, we are winning immediate improvements in our lives.
https://blacklivesmatter.com/about/
George Perry Floyd Jr.
George Perry Floyd Jr. (October 14, 1973 – May 25, 2020) was an African-American man who was murdered by a police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during an arrest made after a store clerk suspected Floyd may have used a counterfeit twenty-dollar bill, on May 25, 2020. Derek Chauvin, one of the four police officers who arrived on the scene, knelt on Floyd’s neck and back for 9 minutes and 29 seconds which caused a lack of oxygen.[4] After his murder, protests against police brutality, especially towards black people, quickly spread across the United States and globally. His dying words, “I can’t breathe,” became a rallying slogan.
Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Floyd grew up in Houston, Texas, playing American football and basketball throughout high school and college.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Floyd
Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Deriving its name from combining “June” and “nineteenth”, it is celebrated on the anniversary of General Order No. 3, issued by Major General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, proclaiming freedom for slaves in Texas. Originating in Galveston, Juneteenth has since been observed annually in various parts of the United States, often broadly celebrating African-American culture. The day was first recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law after the efforts of Lula Briggs Galloway, Opal Lee, and others.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juneteenth
Affirmation
Being hopeful is a choice. It is kind of like faith. You have to choose to believe in spite of what your circumstances might be telling you.
The verse I lean on is Romans 8:28. And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. This verse reminds me that God has got this. I have to trust Him. I do. It gives me hope.
Portrait Time
As you start your reflections into the new year, update your image. We live in an age where your image tells the world what they can expect from you.
When you do your portrait, leave it all on the image.
Make sure it reflects the best of you.
I am currently taking a few appointments because this is something I love to do.
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Book of the Quarter
How To Raise God Wise Kids In A Satan Rich World
In a world that can seem hopeless, kids need a reason to hope. In addition to teaching our children how to get into college, play sports and chase the American Dream, there is something greater to be learned. He created the universe with stars and planets, yet the desire of His heart was to reconcile with people whom He loved. In this devotional, the author shares ideas of how to help your children have a personal relationship with God. Through scripture, art and stories, she shared the opportunities she had to teach her own child to get to know God.
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From Season 5 Spotlight
Sidney Poitier
Classic During a time of segregation there were some of us fighting it out in Hollywood. This actor starred in roles that showed that struggle. Some of the moments happened on screen and gave people of color a reason to cheer.
Listen as they talk about him. Sidney Poitier
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Art of the Quarter
This month the art will focus on the 2000s. This is focus on events that stood out in history.
Black Lives Matter
BlackLivesMatter was founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin’s murderer. Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, Inc. is a global organization in the US, UK, and Canada, whose mission is to eradicate white supremacy and build local power to intervene in violence inflicted on Black communities by the state and vigilantes. By combating and countering acts of violence, creating space for Black imagination and innovation, and centering Black joy, we are winning immediate improvements in our lives.
https://blacklivesmatter.com/about/
George Floyd
George Perry Floyd Jr. (October 14, 1973 – May 25, 2020) was an African-American man who was murdered by a police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during an arrest made after a store clerk suspected Floyd may have used a counterfeit twenty-dollar bill, on May 25, 2020. Derek Chauvin, one of the four police officers who arrived on the scene, knelt on Floyd’s neck and back for 9 minutes and 29 seconds which caused a lack of oxygen.[4] After his murder, protests against police brutality, especially towards black people, quickly spread across the United States and globally. His dying words, “I can’t breathe,” became a rallying slogan.
Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Floyd grew up in Houston, Texas, playing American football and basketball throughout high school and college.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Floyd
Affirmation
Hopeful is a feeling or inspiring optimism about the future. I am hopeful because I believe in what God says about the future. After all, this is what Christmas is all about.
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