Redeeming a Painful Past: St. Patrick, African Americans, and Slavery
It’s hard to tease fact from fantasy when it comes to St. Patrick. So as I was researching the life of Patrick I was astonished …
Four Benefits of Ethnic Specific Groups Like RAAN
by Jemar Tisby Since the inception of RAAN, we have seen God use this ministry to encourage all kinds of people. Many supporters are grateful …
Lecrae’s Grammy and God’s Glory
Last night at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards Lecrae Moore won “Best Gospel Album” for “Gravity” released on September 4, 2012. While many other artists earned awards …
RAAN Interview with Pastor H.B. Charles, Jr.
RAAN had the opportunity to interview Rev. H.B. Charles, Jr., pastor of Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in Jacksonville, FL. Pastor Charles shares his thoughts on …
5 Reasons You Should Celebrate Black History Month
by Jemar Tisby (originally posted here) February 1st marks the beginning of Black History Month. Each year U.S. residents set aside a few weeks to …
The Focus of RAAN in 2013 and How You Can Help
Starting with just a Facebook page and a few likes, the Lord has grown the Reformed African American Network (RAAN) to include thousands of people …
Being Black and Reformed: An Interview with Anthony Carter
by Anthony Carter *This article was originally posted in the December 1, 2011 issue of Tabletalk Magazine Tabletalk Magazine. Tabletalk: Why did you write the book On Being …
Review: 33 The Series (From the Creators of Men’s Fraternity)
Reviewed by: Elbert McGowan, Jr., Guest Contributor I have been pastoring college students for the past six years, on the campus of Jackson State University …
A Moment to Mourn
by Jemar Tisby, Co-Founder The tragic shooting in Newtown, Connecticut this past week reminds us of our helplessness. We wonder what we could possibly do …
The Importance of Multi-Cultural Congregations | PCA Founding Father Kennedy Smartt
”If [our church] doesn’t become more multi-cultural, God will write Ichabod over the door of the church and it will die…The Spirit of God will …
What Does It Mean to Be Reformed?
The word “Reformed” means different things to different people. So it’s reasonable to ask, “What does it mean to be Reformed?” The term “reformed” itself …
Growing God’s Way
A Message of from RAAN’s Co-Founders The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty (Prov. …
RAAN Anniversary Video
October 2012 marks the one year anniversary of the Reformed African American Network (RAAN). RAAN exists to fuel modern reformation in the African American community …
Race, Women, Politics, Gospel
Trillia Newbell-RAAN Regular Contributor-talks with David Murray about her conversion to Christianity, her experience with four miscarriages, and the presidential voting dilemma for African Americans. …
African Americans and “Big God” Theology
By Jemar Tisby A few Sundays ago I participated in one of the most memorable worship services of my life. Pastor Mike Campbell of Redeemer Church in …
What Does RAAN Mean by “Reformed”?
REFORMED The Reformed African American Network (RAAN) provides access to trustworthy, biblical resources in the Reformed tradition. The term “Reformed” is used to distinguish rather than divide …
