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Bay Cities Baptist Minister’s Union Holds 37th Annual Citywide Revival

The Bay Cities Baptist Minister’s Union hosts its 37th Citywide Revival with one of the best tag-team evangelists across the country. Dr. Frank E. Ray Sr., senior pastor of New Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, and Dr. Tellis J. Chapman, senior pastor of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan, reunite for an explosive week of spiritual enlightenment.

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August 17, 2024

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Members of the Bay Cities Baptist Ministers Union. First row: J. Captain, C. Harris, E. Lloyd, J.L. Hudson, J.L. Smith, F. Henry, C. Prince, S. Robinson, and J. Jones. Second row: F. Robinson, H. Williams, D. Jones, C. Green, R. Easterling, K. Young, S. Walker, C.L. Hopkins, and W. Culp. Third Row: G. Taylor, E. Barfield, M. Robinson, I. Green, G. Johnson, T. Butler, and J. Swain. Fourth row: R. Elzey, E. Bullen, R. Lacy, E. Ward, K. Dearman, S. Williams, and R. Lathem. Courtesy photo

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The Bay Cities Baptist Minister’s Union hosts its 37^th Citywide Revival with one of the best tag-team evangelists across the country.

Dr. Frank E. Ray Sr., senior pastor of New Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, and Dr. Tellis J. Chapman, senior pastor of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan, reunite for an explosive week of spiritual enlightenment.

Aug. 19, the first Monday in August after the third Sunday, will feature one revival in two locations: Star Bethel Missionary Baptist Church at 11 a.m. under the leadership of Senior Pastor Earl Ward and Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m. under the leadership of Senior Pastor Joe L. Smith. The churches are respectively located at 5800 San Pablo Ave. and 5717 Foothill Blvd.

The revival will highlight the value of our first responders. They will learn how to evaluate situations,

effectively render aide to those in need and get the opportunity to strengthen the network to better assist one another.

The Bay Cities Baptist Minister’s Union is one of the largest groups of church leaders that meet every Tuesday to make an impact in the East Bay communities.

Come and witness a mighty move of God as the city comes together in one week of unity. Aug. 19-23.

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Seth Curry Makes Impressive Debut with the Golden State Warriors

Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.