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FOX 5's Tisha Lewis sits down with author and breast cancer survivor Tanja Thompson on "The Good Word!"

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: 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!

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!

The Good Word: ‘The Job Coach’ Akisha Jefferson

Akisha Jefferson, also known as “The Job Coach,” joins Tisha Lewis on The Good Word. Jefferson is back by popular demand after her first appearance on the podcast was met with rave reviews.

The Good Word: Fashion designer Dionna Dorsey

Fashion designer Dionna Dorsey joins Tisha Lewis on The Good Word! At 39 years old, Dorsey says faith fueled her success in the fashion industry.

Ex-cardinal Theodore McCarrick's letters to victims show signs of grooming

At first glance, the handwritten postcards and letters look innocuous, even warm, sometimes signed off by "Uncle T." or "Your uncle, Father Ted."