“It’s reparations season, and change starts in the Church,” he said to loud cheers from those present. Organizations and communities around Tulsa are preparing to honor and commemorate survivors and community residents. May 31st of this year marks the centennial of when a white mob started looting, burning and murdering in Tulsa's Greenwood neighborhood, then known as Black Wall Street, killing up to 300 people and displacing thousands more. “I read in the Bible where it says God is the only one that gives beauty from ashes.” TULSA, OKLAHOMA - MAY 31: People rest their hands in prayer during a Prayer Wall memorial gathering at the AME Church during commemorations of the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre on in Tulsa, Oklahoma. And you got to go to the fairgrounds and stay on cots and try to rebuild your life from ashes?’” asked Todd, before adding. And I said, ‘How in the world do you rebuild when you go to sleep on a Thursday, and on Friday, all your memories, all your life savings, everything that you build your life for is in rubble in front of you. "And I said the most devastating thing that was stolen from people were their homes. He decided on $200,000 as a reparations payment by finding the median price of a Tulsa home currently. I said, ‘Find me every living survivor that survived this massacre.’ And they began to search," said Todd. But today, we can put a seed in the ground,” he told the survivors. Today, we can’t restore everything that has been stolen from you. That couldn’t have happened if you all didn’t survive. “I’m a young Black man who took over a church from a white man who built it in North Tulsa. Pastor Todd thanked the survivors for testifying before Congress earlier this year, which in turn benefited Todd because he was able to claim a white church in North Tulsa and turn it into Transformation Church. Juneteenth celebrations, now recognized as a federal holiday, are taking place around the country in recognition of the emancipation of African-American slaves. TULSA, OK - JUNE 19: Attendees take in an art installation on Greenwood Avenue during the Juneteenth Festival on June 19, 2021, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpillar, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you,” quoted Pastor Todd from Joel 2:25. The pastor quoted a passage from the Bible, stating that reparation is also part of God's lessons. The three of them had also received $100,000 payments from the Justice for Greenwood. Viola Fletcher, 107, Hughes Van Ellis, 100 and Lessie Randle, 106, will be recipients of the reparation payments of $200,000 each. ‘The action of repairing something that was devastated.’ Reparations mean that somebody is going to take up the mantle and actually put into action the process of repairing something that was destroyed,” said Todd. Drawing from biblical principles, Michael Todd provides valuable direction and insights for those navigating their faith journey or in search of a renewed viewpoint. Join Pastor Michael on TBN and let his teachings shape your spiritual and financial journey.“Let me give you the definition of reparations. Michael’s influence extends beyond church walls, as millions globally have been touched by his teachings.Īvailable on the TBN App, the potential for Michael to inspire an even greater audience is reinforced. ![]() The incredible reach of his sermon series turned book, “ Relationship Goals,” emphasizes Pastor Michael's ability to form strong connections with others. Touching Lives Beyond the Pulpit with TBN ![]() Their core mission is unmistakable: placing Christ at the epicenter of contemporary culture to inspire positive change in communities, cities, and beyond. ![]() Navigating the crossroads of faith and modern culture is no easy task, but for Pastor Michael Todd, this journey is a mission he's eagerly embraced.Īlongside his wife, Natalie, Michael is the Lead Pastor of Transformation Church in Tulsa, OK, blending traditional gospel teachings with modern interpretations to reach today's generation. Michael Todd: A Modern Voice with Timeless Wisdom
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