MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Strolling his church's rooftop among 630 solar panels, Bishop Richard Howell Jr. acknowledged climate change isn't the most pressing concern for his predominantly Black congregation even though it disproportionately harms people of color and the poor. “The violence we’re having, shootings, killings, COVID-19,” Howell said wearily. “You’re trying to save
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Eleven days ago, Daunte Wright and his girlfriend,
Alayna Albrecht-Payton, were pulled over by former Brooklyn Center Police Department
Kim Potter. During the encounter, Potter shot and killed the unarmed 20-year-old Black Minnesotan as his girlfriend watched in horror. The brutal attack that killed Potter and injured Albrecht-Payton took place just a few miles from where
George Floyd was killed 11 months beforehand and it triggered protests that were just as important. Wright has become a household name and communities around the country are waiting to see if Potter will stand trial. Meanwhile, the Wright family mourns the loss of their son, cousin, brother, father and much more. Today, the Wright family is preparing to do something it hoped it wouldn t have to do for another 50 or 60 years, lay Daunte to rest.
Shiloh Temple International Ministries will also hold the viewing and funeral services for Daunte Wright. Author: Sharon Yoo Updated: 11:15 PM CDT April 20, 2021
MINNEAPOLIS In the past year, faith leaders have been doing a lot of heavy lifting, lifting both prayers and spirits. All I m here to do is continue to pray for our communities, pray for those who have their family members that are still living through this daily, Stacey Smith said. Smith is the Presiding Elder and Judicatory Head of African Methodist Episcopal Church. Keep them lifted up. That s what we have to do.
She said she came with a tight feeling in her heart, as she was listening to the announcement of the verdict on her way to Shiloh Temple in Minneapolis.
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The death of George Floyd created frustration and pain in Minnesota and around the country. Now, city and community leaders are preparing for a trial that’s expected to bring more trauma, especially for BIPOC communities.
On March 8, jury selection will begin in the trial of Derek Chauvin who faces murder and manslaughter charges for Floyd’s death.
“We are still grieving the death of George Floyd,” said Bishop Richard Howell Jr., with Shiloh Temple International Ministries. “It became an epicenter for the entire world watching us, and so George Floyd has become almost metaphorical in speeches across the country. I do believe that eight minutes and 40-some seconds that his neck was kneed on, was certainly a reminder of just how important it is for us to remember this is our community, these are our streets, these are our children, these are our neighbors.”
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