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Jeremiah 29:11 reads, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” God is very clear about the kind of

The truth of the matter is that we all need continual prayer for every facet of our lives. To live a life without prayer is to walk aimlessly with no destination. Prayer is what allows God to direct us in

Sadly, the viscous tentacles of racist violence have again hit our nation. For months, there has been a rise in violence against the Asian community. Innocent victims walking on the sidewalk, beaten, spat on, and knocked down; cars, homes, and

Like a mass multitude of others, I too pause to pay homage, and deep respect to the life, and legacy of Miss Cicely Tyson. Just Tuesday, January 26, her memoir “BLESSED ASSURANCE” was released. It seems so ironic that she

The book of Exodus describes the history of God’s chosen people Israel, an enslaved people, whom God set free from Pharaoh’s captivity.  Moses spoke truth to power and Israel was delivered.  The people of Israel were moving onward and upward,

 
To:    Cathedral Leadership
From:  Bishop Donald Hilliard, Jr., Senior Pastor
Date:  January 8, 2021
Re:    Capitol Riot Response
 
Greetings Beloved of God,
 
I waited a day before I blogged about this catastrophic idiocy and destruction

As we wrap up the end of this year, I hope you are scribbling down your hopes, dreams, and visions for 2021.  Don’t take any baggage that hindered you in 2020 into 2021.  Let it go. You can move into

This is a very critical time in our nation. So many issues to process in this strange and violent time: the social unrest, voter suppression, rising COVID cases, the season of deception, our fractured and racially polarized society…. It is

This week, my beautiful wife Phyllis and I went to vote. I’m pleased to see so many people voting enthusiastically, and early. Sadly, it’s very disheartening, and disappointing to see the games being played to discourage voters. Some of this

Self-care is incredibly important during these difficult days. As we move into the eighth month of these very trying times, many are experiencing mental fatigue, and ‘exhaustion of the soul’. We must take intentional and conscious effort to care of

Now that the conference is over, I’m exhausted, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.  It was well worth the effort.  The LONGEVITY Conference 2020 was yet another opportunity for God to show up and show off.
 
When

As we’re heading into the final week, winding down to the LONGEVITY conference, I am reminded of a quote from our Liberating Leadership conference earlier this year: We cannot be empowered and encouraged if there’s no engagement. (Liberating Leadership 5.22.2020)

It is a different day! This tri-fold pandemic has changed our society, our lives, and indeed, the Church.

Back when this first began, who would’ve thought that we would be doing virtual church services for about 7 months?  I

It seems that we are rapidly losing so many of our great ones.
Today, on August 31st, it was confirmed that Coach John Thompson, Jr. of Georgetown University, passed into glory at age 78.
We stand on the shoulders of

Dr. Hilliard’s special guest today is Bishop H. Curtis Douglas, his successor as the presiding bishop over the Covenant Fellowship

On this July 4th, the poem Still I Rise by Maya Angelou comes to mind.
As we think upon the painful realities of the recent tragic deaths, and the families and communities grieving those losses, the figurative words of the sixth

In Say Yes Now Episode 0002, Dr. Donald Hilliard speaks with long-time friend, Dr. DeForest “Buster” Soaries, Jr.–author, activist, and public advocate

This past week was full of rich, insightful, and engaging conversations with five different leaders of our communities. They each brought unique experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives to the issues of policing reforms, social justice, and effective engagement. We explored not

As we continue to see unrest and uneasiness in the world around us, I continue to reflect on the importance of leadership. Tomorrow will be one week since Father’s Day, and I am reminded again of the importance of men

At this pivotal moment in American history, Dr. Hilliard recognizes that his new podcast, Say Yes Now, is a platform that can impact change

Last night we celebrated Juneteenth with a festive drive through celebration on the Cathedral Campus, Perth Amboy (Complex lot).There was food, music, fellowship, and fun. My wife and I had a wonderful time!

It’s June 19,2020…. Juneteenth!
One of the central areas of focus for the courses I teach and the coaching I offer is LEGACY. The African American legacy in this country is more than the trials that we have experienced, more

As our country continues to descend seemingly into chaos, I am reminded again of the need for something that can draw people together. Have you ever noticed how people are drawn together around a campfire? Both the light and the

Horror. Tragedy. Sorrow.
George Floyd, Minneapolis, Minnesota, murdered by the police, while other officers stood by watching. All caught on tape…. again. We watch him crying, begging for his life, again, with the familiar last words spoken by the late

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for you are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of

Ash Wednesday (February 26, 2020) marks the beginning of Lent, a season of repentance and preparation for Resurrection Sunday (Easter).