Pastor Kevin Smith on Crossing the Racial Divide

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Pastor Kevin Smith on Crossing the Racial Divide
Kevin Smith On Crossing the Racial Divide

 A black pastor who dared to be different by challenging racially stereotypical church models to become a leader in a white church in Louisville, Kentucky, explained at The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention’s leadership summit Friday that he did it in pursuit of the unity of the faith.

Christian Post Report – Kevin Smith, assistant professor of preaching at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and who is also teaching pastor at Highview Baptist Church in Louisville, explained at the summit themed, “The Gospel and Racial Reconciliation,” that becoming a pastor in the predominantly white church was something he had to challenge himself to achieve and maintain because of the cultural differences between the white church culture he transitioned into and the black church culture in which he was raised.

“Blackness can be weighted and graded in a way that whiteness just isn’t. You got the look, you got the look,” he said of being white at the summit held in Nashville, Tennessee. “A matter of fact, it’s so superficial at the look level that throughout American history, some people from other ethnicities have been able to pass. So it’s not really about content it’s just about the look.”

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‘Dancing With The Stars’ Season 20 Week 3 News: Remaining Couples Expected to Perform Latin Dance Numbers

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‘Dancing With The Stars’ Season 20 Week 3 News: Remaining Couples Expected to Perform Latin Dance Numbers
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The official poster for season 20 and the 10th anniversary of Dancing With the Stars

Christian Post Report – The dance floor in the hit reality TV dance competition “Dancing With The Stars” is about to turn up as the third week of its brand new Season 20 will see the dancers perform Latin dance numbers.

Touted by ABC as the “hottest night of the season yet,” reports said the upcoming segment will kick off with a group performance by the remaining 11 celebrity participants as choreographed by Mandy Moore.

The entrants, along with their pro-partners, will then proceed to perform a variety of Latin dances such as the Rumba, Salsa, Samba, Argentine Tango, Paso Doble, and Cha Cha.

Like the usual, the night will end with one couple saying goodbye to the competition.

As revealed by the network, here are the details of tonight’s performances:

Noah Galloway with partner Sharna Burgess will be doing an Argentine Tango to the tune of Clean Bandit’s “Rather Be.”

Robert Herjavec and Kym Johnson were assigned to do a Rumba dance with Ellie Goulding’s “How Long Will I Love You.”

Patti LaBelle and Artem Chigvintsev’s Cha Cha Cha will be done with Santana and Pitbull’s “Oye 2014.”

Nastia Liukin and Derek Hough, on the other hand, will take on a Samba numberto Fulanito’s “Chillando Goma.”

Partners Riker Lynch and Allison Holker; Rumer Willis and Valentin Chmerkovskiy; as well as Michael Sam and Peta Murgatroyd are all dancing the Salsa to the tune of Daddy Yankee’s “Limbo,” Gloria Estefan’s “Turn the Beat Around,” and Pitbull’s “Celebrate,” respectively.

Charlotte McKinney with her dance pro-partner Keo Motsepe will be doing a Rumba to Shakira’s “Empire” song.

Willow Shields and Mark Ballas, on the other hand, will take on a Paso Doble with Rodrigo y Gabriela’s “Hanuman.

Suzanne Somers and Tony Dovolani’s Samba, meanwhile, will be done with Barry Manilow’s hit “Copacabana.”

And then Chris Soules and Witney Carson will be performing with David Guetta feat. Sam Martin’s “Dangerous” on their Argentine Tango dance.

“Dancing with the Stars” airs Monday at 8 p.m. on ABC.

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‘Wolverine 3’ Cast News, Update: Hugh Jackman Says Film Will Be His Last as Mutant

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‘Wolverine 3’ Cast News, Update: Hugh Jackman Says Film Will Be His Last as Mutant
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Hugh Jackman as The Wolverine. Marvel movie poster. Facebook. Feb. 20, 2014.

Christian Post Report – Australian actor Hugh Jackman is eponymous for being the Marvel X-Men mutant, Wolverine, in the hit X-Men franchise. Ever since the movie took off, he has been featured as the titular hero in two spin-off films, “X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) and on “The Wolverine” in 2013.

The actor, who has played the role since 2000, previously told in an interview with E! Online that he is willing to wear the adamantium claws prosthetics and “keep playing” the character until “I die.”

However, fans of the 46-year-old “Real Steel” star were quite surprised to learn through his social media account that apparently, “Wolverine 3” will be his last.

“WOLVERINE …ONE LAST TIME. HJ,” reads his Instagram post which comes along with a picture of what appears to be his knuckled up hands.

The news didn’t actually come as a bit of surprise as the third sequel could also be the last in the Wolverine standalone franchise series.

“I don’t know yet. We’re talking it through. I still am very ambitious for the character. And tonally I feel like we corrected the ship with the last one. But I feel we can still go further, in a way. If I did another one I’m 99.9 percent sure it would be the last, so that will inform what it is for me,” he told Screen Rant previously.

It was meanwhile reported that series director James Mangold is already in the preparation stage to kick off the project. Replying to Jackman’s Twitter post, he said:

“Can’t wait to make this, HJ! Been toiling quietly a while now!”

The still yet-to-be-titled “Wolverine 3” is slated to hit the theatres on March 3, 2017.

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Amanda Knox Court Hearing News, Update: 27-Year-Old Cleared of Murder Charges

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Amanda Knox Court Hearing News, Update: 27-Year-Old Cleared of Murder Charges
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Amanda Knox sits alone before being interviewed on the set of ABC’s morning television show “Good Morning America” in New York (January 2014)

Christian Post Report – Amanda Knox has once again been acquitted of the murder of the British student Meredith Kercher by Italy’s Supreme Court of Cassation on Friday, March 27, 2015.

A report from British publication, Express U.K., said that the 27-year-old former American student and her ex-lover Raffaele Sollecito were cleared of the charges pointing to the eight-year murder case.

“The decision by the supreme Court of Cassation is the final ruling in the case, ending an eight-year legal battle waged by Knox and her ex-boyfriend,” the media outlet said.

Knox later on said in a statement: “I am tremendously relieved and grateful for the decision of the Supreme Court of Italy. The knowledge of my innocence has given me strength in the darkest times of this ordeal. But I have received invaluable support from family, friends and strangers. To them I say thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

The Washington-native maintains that she and Meredith were friends.

“Meredith was my friend,” she said. “She deserved so much in this life.”

“Surprised and very shocked,” Meredith’s mother, Arline Kercher, was asked if they have any plans to contest the ruling.

“I really don’t know at the moment, I haven’t got any plans,” she said.

According to Express, the reasoning behind the decision given by the country’s high court will be disseminated “within 90 days.”

Both Sollecito and Knox were imprisoned after Kercher’s body was found with 47 separate wounds on November 1, 2007.

The pair was convicted of murder and sexual assault in December 2009. Sollecito was sentenced to 26 years in prison while Knox got 25 years of incarceration.

Four years later, a court in Perugia ruled out the convictions and acquitted them.

Following the acquittal, a court in Florence reopened the case and on Jan. 30 of last year, Knox and Sollecito were sentenced back with higher jail time.

The decision was then recently overturned by the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation.

Rudy Guede, who found guilty in October 2008, remains the only person convicted of the said murder for 16 years of imprisonment.

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George R.R. Martin Reacts to News ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Will Bypass Books

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George R.R. Martin Reacts to News ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 6 Will Bypass Books
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In the midst of discouraging news author George R.R. Martin’s sixth book may be released well beyond the time period expected by fans, rumors have emerged HBO’s “Game of Thrones” may bypass the books it is based on.

Christian Post Report – With “The Winds of Winter” completion still hanging in the balance, speculations have arisen that HBO’s “Game of Thrones,” the multi-awarded fantasy miniseries, based on George R.R. Martin’s books, may move forward despite the absence of the sixth novel.

“A Song of Fire and Ice” author, Martin, has stated he is not privy to that information and remains adamant on completing the sixth book in his epic fantasy series with the same unhurried pace he has maintained.

“I don’t know. I mean, that’ll be up to the fans. The show is going forward, I’m going forward. We’ll see,” the 66-year-old novelist told Access Hollywood.

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George R.R. Martin, author of the “Song of Ice and Fire” fantasy series that is the basis of the television series “Game of Thrones”

“Game of Thrones” long-awaited season five is scheduled to premiere on April 12, and with much of the storyline of the fifth book, “A Dance with Dragons” already in play for the season, the following year may see a dearth of source material for season six.

The departure from the original novels has already began, with Martin announcing spoilers earlier this year, saying the show’s creators, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, were killing off several major characters in season five that were still alive where the fifth book left off in 2011.

Reports have slowly been trickling in about the show eventually outpacing the books and creating its own material independent of the book series.

Martin himself has confirmed on his LiveJournal that he hasn’t been responsible for writing any of the “Game of Thrones” season five episodes, and neither will he pen any for the sixth season, either. He explained he made the decision to steer clear of writing for the show to focus more of his time in finishing the sixth book.

Earlier this month, he had announced he was cancelling appearances to two of his annual haunts, the Comic-Con in San Diego in July, and the World Fantasy Convention in Saratoga Springs in November, to devote his energies to completing “The Winds of Winter.”

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The Winds of Winter, #6 book of ASOIAF. Facebook. March 19, 2015.

With the pressure coming in from fans of the books, viewers of the show, and the show’s executives and producers, Martin is continuing to shrug off entreaties to finish his 1,500-page tome, and is focusing on creating a memorable read for his audiences instead.

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Destiny’s Child Reunion at Stellar Awards Wows Crowd; Trio Performs God-Glorifing Songs (Video)

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Destiny’s Child Reunion at Stellar Awards Wows Crowd; Trio Performs God-Glorifing Songs (Video)
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Michelle, Beyonce and Kelly in ‘Say Yes’

Christian Post Report – Iconic girl group Destiny’s Child reunited at the Stellar Gospel Music Awards in Las Vegas on Saturday to perform Michelle Williams’ No. 1 hit “Say Yes.”

Williams, who was nominated for several Stellar awards, hit the stage dressed in an elegant white suit and belted out a short but heartfelt rendition of the late Andraé Crouch’s “Always Remember.” Beyonce and Kelly added harmonies to the Acapella performance and then the trio lit up the crowd with “Say Yes.”

“Everybody put your hands together,” a denim-clad Beyonce told the crowd. “Ya’ll ready?”

“Say Yes” is off Williams’ fourth gospel album, Journey to Freedom, which scored four Stellar nominations. The up-tempo song is a remix on the Nigerian gospel hymn “When Jesus Says Yes.”

The song blends West African gospel with contemporary dance music and features uplifting and inspiring lyrics about Christ and the power of faith.

“I’m not worried ’bout a thing / ‘Cause I know You are guiding me / Where You lead me Lord I will go /
I have no fear cause I know who’s in control,” Beyonce sang.

The trio, which last reunited for the 2013 Super Bowl halftime show, danced and worshipped for more than 5 minutes before closing out the performance. The song won Music Video of the Year.

“This song is so inspiring, and there’s not enough music out there like this, and I’m proud to be a part of it,” Beyonce once told “Good Morning America” about “Say Yes,” with Kelly adding, “[It’s infectious] … I think the world needs to hear it.”

Gospel music powerhouse Erica Campbell, who is a friend of Williams, was nominated for 10 Stellar Awards and she took home 4 for her solo record Help, including one Stellar for Contemporary Female of the Year.

Tiffany Joy McGhee’s “Amazing” won Song of The Year and Lecrae took home Rap/Hip Hop CD of The Year.

The Stellar Awards will air on TV One on Easter Sunday, April 5.


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‘General Hospital’ Spoilers: March 30 to April 3, Franco and Nina Blackmail Olivia

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‘General Hospital’ Spoilers: March 30 to April 3, Franco and Nina Blackmail Olivia
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Nina on General Hospital

Christian Post Report – Last Friday on “General Hospital,” Nina and Franco are happy to finally be free. Alexis tells Nina that she is going to have to live with her brother above Kelly’s place. Nina wonders where Franco is going to live. He tells her that Metro Court is the ideal place to be and says that they should move in together.

Julian apologizes to Liv for trying to touch her baby. Alexis arrives, and she tells them that Nina and Franco are free again. Liv says that she went to Shadybrook to visit Franco.

Later, Nina and Franco come in and request a suite from Olivia. She refuses to do so, so Franco threatens to tell Julian that she’s carrying his baby.

Upstairs, Sloane shows up at Anna’s room with a warrant. He demands to know who her informant is and asks to see her laptop. She refuses, and he admits that he doesn’t really have a warrant and that Bob already told him that Jordan is her informant. Anna says that’s nonsense, and Jordan bursts in to tell her what happened downstairs.

Here are the “General Hospital” spoilers for March 30 to April 3:

March 30: (Monday): Bobbie and Tracy make a shocking discovery; Franco and Nina blackmail Olivia for a room in exchange for keeping quiet about Julian fathering Olivia’s baby; Carly comes face to face with an enemy.

March 31 (Tuesday): Sam makes a decision in regards to Phil’s proposition; Ric’s plan starts to work to his advantage.

April 1 (Wednesday): Jason Thompson, Rebecca Herbst, and Ryan Carnes will appear in flashbacks as Dr. Steve Hardy, Nurse Jessie Brewer, and Dr. Phil Brewer.

April 2 (Thursday): Jake has a dream/ flashback about Sam; Luke’s family makes a tough decision.

April 3 (Friday): Elizabeth gives into an emotional moment with Rick; Spencer finds something that Nikolas is hiding.

“General Hospital” airs from Mondays to Fridays at 1 p.m. on ABC.

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‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: March 30 to April 3, JJ Confesses to Daniel

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‘Days of Our Lives’ Spoilers: March 30 to April 3, JJ Confesses to Daniel
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JJ on Days of Our Lives

Christian Post Report – Last Friday on “Days of Our Lives,” Will tells Tad that his relationship with Sonny will work out if certain people stay out of their lives. Britney from TBD calls and says that the espresso machine is broken, and since Sonny left with Paul Narita she needs him there. Will overhears this and freaks out. He tells Tad that though nothing is between him and Paul, Paul is in love with Sonny. They leave so that Will could look for them.

In the park, Paul tells Sonny that Will wonders why Sonny would be with him when he could be with Paul. Paul says that he used his celebrity and charm to get Will to be with him. Sonny says that Will had a choice, and Paul says that he took advantage. Later, Paul learns that Sonny really loved him, and not because of him being a celebrity. Will arrives, and he confronts them.

Across town, JJ asks Paige on what she and Daniel talked about earlier. She tells him about her mother sleeping with some guy.

In his apartment, Daniel confronts Jenn about what happened between JJ and Eve. He knows they slept together. Jenn asks him to leave this alone, but he says that he cares about her family and only wants to help.

Paige drops by her mother’s house and tells her that she and JJ are back together. Eve says that she won’t stand in their way.

Here are the “Days of Our Lives” spoilers for March 30 to April 3:

March 30 (Monday): Maggie helps Melanie work out the mystery around the attacks; Will intends to write an article exposing a secret about Paul.

March 31 (Tuesday): JJ confesses to Daniel; Eve and Cole plot to keep JJ and Paige apart; Sonny thanks Paul for saving his life.

April 1 (Wednesday): Marlena makes a discovery on Will’s tablet; Melanie realizes how she can prove her theory about Theresa.

April 2 (Thursday): Sonny and Paul get intimate; Lucas and Adrienne take the next step in their relationship.

April 3 (Friday): Will begs Marlena to keep quiet about Paul; Clyde has a request for Victor.

“Days of Our Lives” airs from Mondays to Fridays at 1 p.m. on NBC.

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‘The Young and the Restless’ Spoilers: March 30 to April 3, Noah Makes a Major Decision

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‘The Young and the Restless’ Spoilers: March 30 to April 3, Noah Makes a Major Decision
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The cast of The Young and the Restless

Christian Post Report – Last Friday on “The Young and the Restless,” Mariah and Kevin are still trying to find clues on Austin’s computer when Summer and Noah return. Mariah and Summer argue as Summer thinks that Sharon had Austin killed. Later, Kevin says that he has decrypted Sharon’s interview, and they all watch as Sharon mentions that Victor paid to have a crime covered up. She also says that it wasn’t even Victor’s crime, but Nick’s. She says that what Nick did could put him behind bars. Kevin thinks that Nick’s crime, whatever it is, could have given Sharon motive to kill Austin.

At the coffee house, Dylan tells Noah that he doesn’t think that Sharon is off her medication, but something doesn’t seem right. He tells Noah about the message on the mirror, and Noah says that Abby got messages too.

At Stitch’s suite, Abby hides when Dylan arrives and talks to Stitch. He says that Sharon got a message just like Abby did. Abby emerges from her hiding place and says that if they go to the police, she’ll end up dead.

Noah returns to Summer’s place and says that it couldn’t have been Sharon who killed Austin, since she got a message too. Summer argues that she could have done that herself. Kyle says that he wrote it to get Sharon to admit it.

Here are “The Young and the Restless” spoilers for March 30 to April 3.

March 30 (Monday): Sharon takes a no-nonsense approach with Nick; Abby talks with Ashley about Stitch; Jack makes Billy take a look at his future.

March 31 (Tuesday): Chelsea tells Gabriel that Billy is over Victoria; Nikki tries to find out what Victor’s plans are; Noah makes a major decision.

April 1 (Wednesday): Jack and Ashley scramble at Jabot; Kevin gets in trouble for digging into Austin’s murder.

April 2 (Thursday): Michael plans a romantic evening; Cane and Jill argue.

April 3 (Friday): Devon and Hilary discuss their relationship; Avery talks to Dylan about Sharon.

“The Young and the Restless” airs from Mondays to Fridays at 12:30 p.m. on CBS.

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James Bond ‘Spectre’ Teaser Trailer Shows 007 on A Mysterious Quest to Uncover His Past (VIDEO)

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James Bond ‘Spectre’ Teaser Trailer Shows 007 on A Mysterious Quest to Uncover His Past (VIDEO)
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The first image for the upcoming James Bond movie, Spectre.

Christian Post Report – The new James Bond “Spectre” trailer was released Friday showing the suave spy master on a mysterious quest at his family’s old estate.

The 24th James Bond film “Spectre” has just given audiences an eerie look at a dark and baffling quest 007 has set himself to solve involving Skyfall, his family’s torched estate in Scotland.

The teaser’s somber and moody atmosphere sets the tone for what may very well be an unwanted discovery about James Bond’s past.

Daniel Craig, in what many say is his last turn as 007, sifts through personal effects found in the burned ruins in his family’s lands, turning up a photograph of a female adult holding the hands of two boys, one of which has his face burned off.

Could James Bond have had a sibling?

“You’ve got a secret,” Eve Monepenny, played by Naomie Harris from the previous Bond film, “Skyfall” says ominously in the trailer. “Something you can’t tell anyone, because you don’t trust anyone.”

At the end of the trailer, Bond finds himself in an exclusive enclave surrounded by sinister figures, and a voice calls out from the shadows welcoming him, chiding him for staying away so long.

With the critical and commercial success of “Skyfall” in 2012, 007 fans and movie audiences are expecting great things from “Spectre when it opens in theaters in November 6 this year.

“Skyfall’s” cast is returning to join Craig in the upcoming film, including Ralph Fiennes, who takes over from Dame Judi Dench as M, Naomie Harris as Moneypenny, and Ben Whishaw as Q. New faces to the franchise will include the two Bond women, Monica Bellucci and Lea Seydoux, as well as Oscar Winner Christoph Waltz and Dave Bautista as the villains in the story.

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