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Welcoming Reverend Hamid Kamara to the NAAMC Leadership Team
We are thrilled to welcome Reverend Hamid Kamara as NAAMC’s new Chief Development Officer. A gifted preacher, educator, and community leader, Reverend Kamara brings a wealth of experience in ministry and development. He will lead our efforts to grow partnerships and resources that strengthen and expand the impact of Black and African American missionaries and churches worldwide.


Celebrating Eddy Paul Thomas’ New Role at NAAMC
We are grateful to announce that Eddy Paul Thomas, who has been a cornerstone of NAAMC since 2019, will transition to Chair of the Advisory Council this winter. From leading our digital expansion and first virtual conference to serving as COO during a major organizational shift, Eddy’s vision helped shape NAAMC into a year-round ministry. In his new role, he will continue guiding strategy, innovation, and growth while advancing The Black Missions Museum and other kingdom-buil


Followers that Lead
For people who’ve experienced any form of elementary school education, whether a public or private institution, they’ve heard of the game ‘follow the leader’. Remembering a teacher's voice softly yet firmly saying, “class get into a sing file line, follow your class leader to the cafeteria.”. This experience which seems common, transcending culture, time and spaces; is absolutely Biblical and Missional in nature. Consider for thought, followers are not always meant to lead,
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Welcoming Reverend Hamid Kamara to the NAAMC Leadership Team
We are thrilled to welcome Reverend Hamid Kamara as NAAMC’s new Chief Development Officer. A gifted preacher, educator, and community leader, Reverend Kamara brings a wealth of experience in ministry and development. He will lead our efforts to grow partnerships and resources that strengthen and expand the impact of Black and African American missionaries and churches worldwide.

Organizational Announcement
Nov 5, 20252 min read


Celebrating Eddy Paul Thomas’ New Role at NAAMC
We are grateful to announce that Eddy Paul Thomas, who has been a cornerstone of NAAMC since 2019, will transition to Chair of the Advisory Council this winter. From leading our digital expansion and first virtual conference to serving as COO during a major organizational shift, Eddy’s vision helped shape NAAMC into a year-round ministry. In his new role, he will continue guiding strategy, innovation, and growth while advancing The Black Missions Museum and other kingdom-buil

Organizational Announcement
Oct 31, 20251 min read


Followers that Lead
For people who’ve experienced any form of elementary school education, whether a public or private institution, they’ve heard of the game ‘follow the leader’. Remembering a teacher's voice softly yet firmly saying, “class get into a sing file line, follow your class leader to the cafeteria.”. This experience which seems common, transcending culture, time and spaces; is absolutely Biblical and Missional in nature. Consider for thought, followers are not always meant to lead,

Jaclyn Green
Jun 17, 20252 min read


Community Care is a Community Charge
Caring for others is an essential, natural part of the life of a believer. Paul tells us to “outdo each other in doing good” (Romans 12:10). On the spectrum of wellness, giving of yourself to care for another as a believer is what we do (living sacrifice).

Danielle Stephenson
May 15, 20252 min read


Called to Move When the World Shakes
There is something deeply powerful in the quiet determination of Luke 9:51. Jesus, fully aware of the suffering that awaited Him, set His face toward Jerusalem and walked into His calling with resolve.

Eddy Paul Thomas
May 1, 20252 min read


Celebrating Rev. Jaclyn Green: A New Chapter for NAAMC’s Mission Work
We are thrilled to announce that Rev. Jaclyn Michelle Green has joined the National African American Missions Council as our new...

Eddy Paul Thomas
Dec 13, 20242 min read


Dr. Marcia Ann Mims Coppertino, PhD, Accepts Role as Director of Public Relations at The National African American Missions Council
The National African American Missions Council (NAAMC) is proud to announce that Dr. Marcia Ann Mims Coppertino, PhD, has accepted the posit

Eddy Paul Thomas
Oct 25, 20241 min read


Nataki Johnson Appointed as Senior Director of Partnerships at The National African American Missions Council
The National African American Missions Council (NAAMC) is excited to announce that Nataki Johnson has been named Senior Director of Partners

Eddy Paul Thomas
Oct 25, 20241 min read


Prison Ministry as Cross-cultural Mission
A Video: Click below to watch. Mark Walker recently gave a ground-breaking message* at the annual Correctional Ministry and Chaplains...

Rev. Don Allsman
Oct 17, 20232 min read


Introducing Dr. Marcia Coppertino, Director of Marketing and Communications
Marcia Ann Mims Coppertino, Ph.D is The National African American Missions Council Director of Marketing and Communications and has been...

Organizational Announcement
Sep 20, 20232 min read


Introducing Fifina Lawrence, Our New Director of Member Care
My name is Fifina (Fye-fee-nah) and I am originally from Atlanta, GA, but in December of 2021 on a trip to Oklahoma, I felt the Lord...

Organizational Announcement
Sep 20, 20233 min read


Creating a Safe Space in Missions: Fostering Safety, Respect, and Dignity in Safe Spaces
The National African American Missions Council (NAAMC) has long advocated the transformative power of missions work in shaping lives and...

Eddy Paul Thomas
Jul 18, 20232 min read


Beacons of Hope and Unity: Constructing the Path to Healing in a Post-Affirmative Action Era
The Supreme Court's decision to strike down Affirmative Action has sent shockwaves through various segments of American society,...

Eddy Paul Thomas
Jul 3, 20233 min read


Embracing Juneteenth: A Guide for Majority Culture Ministries
Dear Friends, As we approach Juneteenth, it's a time of profound reflection, celebration, and awareness for Black and African American...

Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 18, 20233 min read


Transformation in Tanzania
Bishop Charles Sekelwa has served for 38 years in various leadership capacities in Tanzania, Africa with the Charismatic Episcopal Church.

Rev. Don Allsman
Apr 20, 20223 min read


Why Black History Month?
“Forgetting What’s Behind” or “Remembrance that Gives Hope?” You may have heard objections to Black History Month, or maybe even had...

Don Allsman and Rickie Bradshaw
Feb 24, 20225 min read


The Privilege of Having a Relationship with NAAMC
I attended my first NAAMC conference in McLean, VA, in June of 2019, in my role of Director of Equity and Diversity for TEAM. I arrived...

Marti Williams
Dec 16, 20212 min read


Making Bold Moves
Have you noticed how bold the kingdom of darkness has become recently? Satan and his army are not holding any punches when it comes to...

Pastor Adrian Reeves
Nov 27, 20212 min read


Equality Before God
Please read Luke 7:36-50 “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a...

Dr. Daryl "Bones" Jones and Martha Y. Stevenson-Jones
Aug 27, 20214 min read


Getting Into God's Rest
In Ruth 1:16-17, Where you go, I will go, and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God. Where you...

Eustacia Kalepe
Aug 18, 20212 min read
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