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Hamil Harris is an award-winning journalist who worked at the Washington Post from 1992 to 2016. During his tenure he wrote hundreds of stories about the people, government and faith communities in the Greater Washington Area. Hamil has chronicled the Million Man March, the Clinton White House, the September 11 attack, the sniper attacks, Hurricane Katrina, the campaign of President Barack Obama and many other people and events.

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The Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III delivers the sermon at Howard University’s Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel on Oct. 20, offering an inspirational conclusion to the institution’s centennial homecoming celebration. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)
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Haynes Inspires at Rankin Chapel Service During Centennial Homecoming Celebration

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris October 23, 2024October 23, 2024

The Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III delivered a powerful sermon at Howard University’s Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel, encouraging congregants to serve and spread love despite opposition, reflecting on Jesus’ actions in Luke 4.

The Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant, a spiritual force who inspired people in the African Methodist Episcopal Church around the world, died on Sept. 26 at the age of 77. (Courtesy of Dr. Thema Bryant via Instagram)
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Remembering the Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris October 7, 2024October 9, 2024
The Rev. Dr. Judy Talbert, founder and former pastor of Faith Tabernacle of Prayer in Southeast D.C., was a pioneering preacher whose legacy continues to inspire six years after her death. (Courtesy photo)
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Faith Tabernacle of Prayer Continues the Legacy of Founder

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Bishop Reginald Jackson has been named the new leader of the African Methodist Episcopal Church's Second Episcopal District. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)
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Bishop Reginald Jackson: AME Church 2nd Episcopal District Gets a New Leader

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris September 25, 2024September 25, 2024
Bishop Paul S. Morton delivered the keynote address as part of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference “Day of Healing” on Sept. 14. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)
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Leaders and Ministers Leave the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s ‘Day of Healing’ Upbeat, Motivated

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris September 18, 2024September 18, 2024
The Rev. Jerome Bell and First Lady Tonita Bell are celebrating their first anniversary as leaders of Grace Missionary Baptist Church with 10 days of events. (Courtesy photo)
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The Bells Celebrate First Year as Leaders at Grace Missionary Baptist Church

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris September 11, 2024September 11, 2024
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference "Day of Healing" serves as a moment to celebrate the role and power of faith in African Americans' continued fight toward justice, unity and peace. (WI File Photo/Robert R. Roberts)
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‘Day of Healing’ Serves as a Very Important Event During a Critical Time

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris September 4, 2024September 4, 2024
Emory Fellowship United Methodist Church and its nonprofit arm Emory Beacon of Light collaborate with Bread of Life, Inc. for a food and household supplies drive on Aug. 24. (Courtesy of Emory United Fellowship via Facebook)
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Emory United Methodist Expands Food and Product Distribution Program

Avatar photo by Hamil R. Harris September 4, 2024September 4, 2024
The Rev. Jesse Jackson (front center) was flanked by the Rev. Al Sharpton, his son U.S. Rep Jonathan Jackson and his son Yusef Jackson during the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 20. (Earl Gibson/The Washington Informer)
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From 1984 to 2024: Jesse Jackson Reflects on Influence of Rainbow Coalition at This Year’s DNC

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Sheila Bunn, a member of the D.C. Democratic Party and third vice president of the Ward 8 Democrats, attends the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Aug. 22. (Micha Green/The Washington Informer)
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DMV Community Talks Importance of This Year’s DNC, Offers Washingtonians Call to Action

Micha Green photoAvatar photo by Micha Green and Hamil R. Harris August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

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