Churches, temples stepping up security ahead of Easter weekend

Ahead of one of the holiest weekends of the year, places of worship across the country and in the DMV are working to keep people safe.  For some churches, that includes training from local law enforcement.

Churches, temples stepping up security ahead of Easter weekend
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Ahead of one of the holiest weekends of the year, places of worship across the country and in the DMV are working to keep people safe. For some churches, that includes training from local law enforcement. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has more on what they're doing. 

Dr. Ylawnda Peebles joins The Good Word
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City of Praise Family Ministries Co-Pastor and First Lady Dr. Ylawnda Peebles joins us on The Good Word! We’re talking about the evolution of the First Lady from the pews to red carpets and more! Plus, how she and her husband Bishop Joel Peebles Sr. were victorious after almost losing their church and all things faith! Watch The Good Word on demand at 10am Sundays on Fox Local and at 4pm and 4:30pm Sundays on Fox Soul.

Military chaplains will no longer display rank, Hegseth says

Pete Hegseth announced reforms this week in efforts to renew military chaplains’ religious focus. One involves the insignia worn on work uniforms.

Louisville to pay $800K after Christian photographer beats law forcing her to shoot same-sex weddings

The city of Louisville, Kentucky, has agreed to pay $800,000 in attorney fees as part of a settlement with a Christian photographer after years of litigation over a nondiscrimination provision in a local law she was concerned would make her violate her faith. 

Politician turned pastor Michael Futrell joins The Good Word
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Politician turned pastor Michael Futrell joins us on The Good Word! He is the associate pastor at Impact Church in Woodbridge, Virginia but once upon a time he was burning up the basketball court and making his mark in politics across the Commonwealth! He traded it all to pursue his passion, purpose and service to God. Watch The Good Word with Tisha Lewis on Sundays on demand on Fox Local at 10am and Sundays on Fox Soul at 4pm and 4:30pm!

Hegseth prays for violence during Pentagon Christian service

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prayed for violence against U.S. adversaries during a Christian worship service at the Pentagon.

Terri Long shines a light on caregivers | The Good Word
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What an important and inspiring conversation with Terri Nichols Long on The Good Word this week! She’s 1 of 53 million caregivers nationwide caring for family members and loved ones. Terri is the founder and CEO of From Trauma 2 Triumph and her faith is fueling her journey as she takes care of her aging parents and more! She’s sharing this journey with us and the world including complete strangers on social media who have reached out offering encouragement and support especially for her viral social media star mother #convoswithcarrie! Watch The Good Word with Tisha Lewis on demand on Fox Local at 10am Sundays and on Fox Soul Sundays at 4pm and 4:30pm.

Arkansas Ten Commandments law blocked that mandates classroom display

A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.

Members of Michigan synagogue that was attacked have Texas ties

Texas synagogues are emphasizing safety and sharing their support for Temple Israel in Michigan after an armed man rammed his vehicle into the West Bloomfield synagogue Thursday.

Pope announces resignation of San Diego bishop accused of embezzling $270K

The bishop of a small Chaldean Catholic community in San Diego, California, has resigned after he allegedly embezzled $270,000 from his parish, Pope Leo XIV announced on Tuesday.

Viral sensation Bishop Vance Oldes joins The Good Word
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Bishop Vance Oldes joins us on The Good Word! Bishop Oldes is best known for his viral videos on Instagram and TikTok where he roller skates, dances and does skits! He's amassed more than a million followers on social media! Bishop Oldes is a husband, father, and preacher. He says he was called to preach at 10 years old and now he’s reaching people around the world via his viral social media videos! He has a message and a word for his critics but most importantly his journey of recovery and redemption. Watch The Good Word on demand on Fox Local Sunday at 10am and Sunday on Fox Soul at 4pm and 4:30pm!

Reality TV star Erana Tyler joins The Good Word
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Most of you know her from hit reality TV show Love & Marriage DC. Erana Tyler wears many hats including wife, mother, entrepreneur and woman of faith. In an interview with FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis she talks about it all including her early journey as a single mother and teenage mother! Watch The Good Word on demand at 10am Sundays on Fox Local and at 4pm and 4:30pm Sundays on Fox Soul.

Marissa Mitchell talks new show & power of faith | The Good Word
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FOX 5 DC Anchor and Host of "The Marissa Mitchell Show" joins us on The Good Word! The Marissa Mitchell Show debuted on FOX 5, February 2nd and 11am and airs Monday through Friday at 11am. Marissa joins FOX 5's Tisha Lewis to discuss her new show, the power of faith and the importance of family. Marissa also shares more about her unwavering belief in her dreams and her favorite interview! Plus, life changing advice and the power of leaning into God's will for your life. Watch The Good Word with Tisha Lewis on demand on Fox Local Sundays at 10am and on Fox Soul Sundays at 4pm and 4:30pm.

Chef and gospel musician JoNate Leak joins The Good Word
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Chef by day! Minister and gospel musician by night! JoNate Leak joins us on The Good Word and shares how he pursues his passion in the kitchen and the pews. JoNate is a chef. He is also an ordained minister and gospel musician who created and spearheaded Sounds and Spirits DC. He says it’s the longest running open mic event in the Washington, DC area. JoNate also shares with FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis about his chance encounter with the late gospel powerhouse Richard Smallwood. Watch The Good Word with Tisha Lewis on demand 10am on Fox Local Sundays and at 4pm and 4:30pm on Fox Soul Sundays!

Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week

Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.

Celebrity Life Coach Dr. Chi Quita Mack joins The Good Word
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Celebrity Life Coach Dr. Chi Quita Mack shares how to help women turn their pain into purpose and profit using her H.E.A.L. Framework. Dr. Chi Quita Mack is a licensed social worker, and she focuses her work on women, especially highly successful women who are navigating trauma, depression, imposter syndrome and more. Dr. Mack says, "I teach women now how to take their story and turn it into a profit." She shared step-by-step with FOX 5's Tisha Lewis how to achieve success internally, personally and professionally and shares how her faith impacted her work with women. Dr. Mack is based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and says she has helped women nationwide including celebrities, politicians and even other life coaches! Watch The Good Word with Tisha Lewis on demand on Fox Local Sundays at 10am and on Fox Soul Sundays at 4pm and 4:30pm Eastern.