• Louisville, Kentucky, USA

A Little Sunlight and Sustainability Equals True Freedom

In a world where modern conveniences constantly surround us, it is easy to overlook the silent dangers lurking in our everyday lives. Recently, I came across a warning label on my dryer that read: “⚠️ Cancer & Reproductive Harm.” At that moment, I paused, questioning why—something as simple as drying clothes comes with a health warning. This realization sparked a

Restoring Our Community to Redeem Our Legacy

As we quickly move towards the end of our Ten for 10 this month, we are called to reflect not just on personal redemption but on the redemptive journey of our community and our people. Through Nigisti HiSmith Ministries, we are answering the prophetic call to gather, restore, and rebuild. We are a movement of truth-seekers, history-reclaimers, and Kingdom-builders, leading

Restoring the Heart to Redeem

The theme of redemption has always resonated deeply with me, and I find it being beautifully demonstrated by Ms. Kim Stringer, the leader of “Ten for 10″, a women’s prayer group where we anonymously lift each other up in prayer for the first 10 days of every month. Through this month, may the act of redemption serve as an invitation to

Kwanzaa: A Cultural Celebration of Heritage in the American Diaspora

Kwanzaa is a holiday that has become a symbol of unity, culture, and empowerment within the African American community and the broader African Diaspora. Created by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa serves as both a celebration of African heritage and a reaffirmation of community values, offering a way for people to connect with their roots and work together towards