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Vernon Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church - Detroit
Reverend Sharinese Jackson, Pastor
Reverend Aleta L. Hodge Scales, Local Elder
18500 Norwood Street, Detroit, MI 48234
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VERNON CHAPEL AME CHURCH Health Ministry Community Health Alert
What You Need to Know About the Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Health officials are urging the public, restaurants, and food service workers to take extra precautions with food safety because of the large Cyclospora outbreak occurring in Michigan. Health officials continue to investigate the source. Fresh produce is suspected, but no single food item has been confirmed. What is Cyclospora? Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that causes an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis.
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
2 days ago2 min read
Teaching Kids Juneteenth: A Family Guide for Faith, History, and Hope
A simple, faith-rooted guide to help families explain Juneteenth to children—what happened, why it matters, and how to celebrate with learning, service, and joy.
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
Jun 152 min read
Juneteenth: What We’re Celebrating and Why It Still Matters
A faith-rooted reflection on Juneteenth—what happened, why the story matters today, and how we can honor freedom with truth, worship, and action.
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
Jun 152 min read
HOW TO STAY SAFE DURING EXTREME HEAT
July and August are rapidly approaching. These are some of the hottest months of the year. As temperatures rise, it is important that we take steps to protect ourselves, our families, and our community from heat-related illnesses. Extreme heat is one of the most dangerous weather-related emergencies. It can happen anywhere and can place the entire community at risk. As our climate continues to change, we are likely to see more frequent extreme heat events and heat emergencie
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
Jun 142 min read
Understanding Blood Pressure & Hypertension
What Is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as the heart pumps blood through the body. Blood pressure is written as two numbers, such as 120/80.- The top number (systolic) measures pressure when the heart squeezes and pumps blood.- The bottom number (diastolic) measures pressure when the heart relaxes between beats. What Causes the Systolic Number to Increase? · Stress and anxiety · Excess body weight or
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
May 273 min read
Questions Young Christians Are Asking Today
In today’s world, young Christians are navigating faith in the middle of social media, busy schedules, peer pressure, uncertainty, and a rapidly changing culture. Many young people love God deeply, but still wrestle with honest questions about life, purpose, relationships, and faith. At Vernon Chapel AME Church, we believe questions are not a sign of weak faith — they are opportunities to grow closer to God, discover truth, and build stronger relationships within the church f
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
May 261 min read
One Church, many generations: growing together in faith
At Vernon Chapel AME Church, we believe the Church is strongest when every generation walks together in love, understanding, and purpose. From our seasoned elders who have faithfully carried the torch for decades, to young adults discovering their path, to youth learning who they are in Christ — each generation has something valuable to give. In today’s world, it can sometimes feel like generations are growing further apart. Different experiences, technology, communication st
Vernon Chapel AME Detroit
May 262 min read
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