The Good Word: Gavata Smith, author of ‘Get Yourself Together First’
Gavata Smith is back on The Good Word podcast to discuss faith and forgiveness.
The Good Word: Jason Howell, American University professor and author of ‘Joy of Financial Planning’
Certified Financial Planner Jason Howell joins Tisha Lewis on The Good Word podcast. Howell is the author of “Joy of Financial Planning” and a professor at American University.
Truett Foster McKeehan, son of Christian rapper and Fairfax native TobyMac, dead at 21
The eldest son of Christian rapper TobyMac, Truett Foster McKeehan, died on Wednesday, Fox News has learned.
The Good Word: 2-time breast cancer survivor Tanja Thompson
Two-time breast cancer survivor Tanja Thompson joins Tisha Lewis on The Good Word podcast.
Fairfax priest leaves parish after admitting to 'sexual contact' with minor
A priest in Fairfax County has left his church after admitting to "sexual contact" with a minor years ago.
The Good Word: Cvrter, singer and songwriter
Inspirational singer Cvrter joins FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis on The Good Word. The Florida native now calls the District home and describes his music as inspirational with a twist that includes gospel, rock and “trap.”
$3G 'Jesus Shoes' filled with holy water sell out within minutes
A limited-edition sneaker, which is filled with holy water in the soles and blessed by a priest, sold out within minutes of its debut, despite each pair costing a whopping $3,000.
Kentucky governor encourages students to participate in ‘Bring Your Bible to School Day’
"Bring Your Bible to School Day" is a national event sponsored by the Christian organization Focus on the Family, which reports that more than 650,000 students participated in last year’s movement
The Good Word with Tisha Lewis: Pastor Darin Poullard of Fort Washington Baptist Church
Pastor Darin Poullard joins FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis on The Good Word as we kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The Good Word with Tisha Lewis: Terry Williams, former federal worker and founder of Shea Butter Like Whoa
Terry Williams, a former federal worker who started his own business during the last shut down, joins FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis on The Good Word. Williams, who was born and raised in DC, never went back to work for the government after founding Shea Butter Like Whoa. Williams shares how his faith helped him follow his passion and how you can too. Join us!
‘It’s hot where you’re going’: Church tells thief who stole AC unit to keep it with message on sign
An Ohio church used its message sign to condemn the actions of a thief who stole a brand new air conditioning unit from the grounds.
Think about who you offer ‘thoughts and prayers’ to following a tragedy or disaster, study suggests
The phrase “thoughts and prayers” has become so commonly used following tragic events and natural disasters that there are now countless memes mocking the gesture.
Virginia Theological Seminary to create $1.7 million reparations fund
Reparations could be coming soon to the descendants of slaves who helped build a northern Virginia religious college campus.
The Good Word: Youth minister and pastor Will Grandberry
Youth minister and pastor Will Grandberry joins Tisha Lewis on The Good Word podcast ahead of his Prayer for America mission. The Chicago native now calls the District home and plans to host a sunrise prayer on Capitol Hill and outside the White House.
Mississippi wedding venue claims ‘Christian belief’ as reason for rejecting interracial couple
A Mississippi wedding venue that refused to host an interracial couple on their big day — reportedly citing "Christian belief" — has seemingly backtracked after the owner reread the Bible and spoke with her pastor.
The Good Word: Jarmel Evans with Worship Forever
Contemporary gospel singer Jarmel Evans with Worship Forever joins is Tisha Lewis on The Good Word. Jarmel was born and raised in DC and has a new single out called “Suddenly.”
Harry Potter books banned from Catholic school because reading spells 'risk conjuring evil spirits'
The "Harry Potter" series has been banned from a Catholic school in Tennessee because the fictional magic used "actual curses and spells," according to a pastor who described the beloved books as "a possible threat" to their beliefs.
Pope gets stuck in Vatican elevator, freed by firefighters
Pope Francis spent 25 minutes in a stuck Vatican elevator Sunday until firefighters were able to free him.
The Good Word: Dr. Marissa Pei
Dr. Marissa Pei joins Tisha Lewis on The Good Word! She shares insight from her new book “8 Ways to Happiness from Wherever You Are.” Pei also shares how to feel balanced, happy and at peace with yourself, both in life and in relationships. Plus, she discusses her encounter with Oprah. Join us!