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Spiritual wellness is being practiced in the black church in Northeast Arkansas. Spiritual wellness is understanding your own worth and having a sense of purpose and by being a part of life with values and goals. The story “Spiritual Wellness in Black Culture,” gives the viewpoint of how many in the black communities center their well-being around spiritual wellness, despite their personal struggles and losses during this pandemic. Marion COGIC members gather weekly to pray, sing, and hear sermons that uplift and encourage them to stay positive doing life challenges. According to Pew Research Center, African Americans are more religious than whites and Latinos. “The black church is a safe place where African Americans are respected, honored, and empowered to help themselves and others in their community,” says Dr. Anthony Coleman, pastor of Marion COGIC. “Spiritual wellness in my own personal life is praying, seeking God, reading His word, that is to keep me grounded, rooted; even when I interact with people to be peaceful and loving,” says Minister Willie Morris, an associate minister at 15th Street COGIC.
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AuthorHello my name Seth Mitchell. I am a vibrant and energetic personality. I'm a native of Arkansas and now reside in Missouri. I am a Life and Culture journalist covering stories that are meaningful and entertaining to the people of color (Black and Brown communities) and minorities in Northeast Arkansas. Archives
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