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The 2027 New Mount Rose Red Dress Tea, which will be held on February 13, 2027, at Grace Tabernacle Church in Forest Hills, Texas.

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  Greetings, The 2026 New Mount Rose Red Dress Tea was a tremendous success. From the speakers to the singers, from the supper to the Spirit, the day was filled with love, excellence, and inspiration. We were reminded that we must practice excellence before we become excellent. Though the rain may have prevented some from attending, those who were present experienced a powerful move of God and a beautiful celebration of womanhood and faith. Out of that spirit of gratitude and celebration, the leadership of New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church is honored to announce the launch of the Red Dress Tea Awards. This new initiative is designed to give churches an opportunity to recognize the unsung women in their congregations — the faithful servants who work without recognition, serve without fanfare, and give with a cheerful heart. These women are the quiet strength of our ministries, and they deserve to be celebrated with dignity and distinction. Participating churches will have the...

Hidden Crowns of Cowtown: Three Negro League Legends from Fort Worth, Texas. By Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr.

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  Hidden Crowns of Cowtown: Three Negro League Legends from Fort Worth, Texas.  By Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr., Publisher, Black Texans, Inc. As America commemorates 250 years of independence, Black Texans, Inc. proudly dedicates this special edition to illuminating the enduring contributions of the Black community — stories too often overlooked, yet undeniably foundational to the American narrative. This season of reflection calls us not only to celebrate liberty, but to examine legacy. In this edition, we uncover the Hidden Crowns of Cowtown — the powerful yet often forgotten legacy of three Negro League baseball players and leaders from Fort Worth, Texas. Though their names may not appear in every textbook, they remain permanently etched in the vaults of baseball history. Their stories deserve daylight. And we are bringing them back to life. Crowns Hidden in Plain Sight Fort Worth — known for cattle drives, railroads, and oil fields — also produced baseball brilliance du...

NEW MOUNT ROSE RED DRESS TEA 2026. Elevate With Excellence: Faith • Fellowship • Flourishing Women. Colossians 3:23–24 (KJV).

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NEW MOUNT ROSE RED DRESS TEA 2026.  Elevate With Excellence: Faith • Fellowship • Flourishing Women.  Colossians 3:23–24 (KJV) On Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM, the women of New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Worth, Texas will gather in elegance and purpose for our Annual Red Dress Tea, hosted this year at Grace Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 7261 Wichita Street, Forest Hill, Texas. As the Church Mothers and Mission Sisters prepare their beautiful red dresses and adorned hats, the atmosphere will be filled with grace, gratitude, and celebration. The Red Dress Tea is more than a cherished tradition — it is a sacred expression of faith, sisterhood, and flourishing womanhood. This year, Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr. and the New Mount Rose family are honored to welcome Dr. Shewanda Riley, Department Chair and Professor of English at Tarrant County College Northeast Campus, as our distinguished guest speaker. Guest Speaker: Dr. Shewanda Riley Dr. Riley is ...