his year the Adventist Review Online celebrates Black History Month with a collection of articles profiling the lives of notable Adventists and other Christians with an African-American Heritage. Our collection, titled "Claiming the Promise," shows the how modern-day pioneers overcame poverty and prejudice to make a difference in their church, their community, and their country.

Remembering Irene Morgan Kirkaldy
Her Case Spurred Freedom Rides.

From the Hood to the Hill
The Barry Black Story

Remembering Rosa Parks
The quiet warrior.

"A Journey and a March"
Four young Adventists -- two African-Americans, a Caucasian, and a Guatemalan -- marched from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in March 1965 with Martin Luther King, Jr.

"Brad": A Life of Service
Serving and empowering others was the hallmark of Charles Bradford's personal and public ministry.

Gwen Foster: Health Czar
Her mandate is clear, and her challenge is huge.

He Lives Love
James E. "Johnny" Johnson believes love is the only weapon that solves the problems that tear people apart.

Shine On!
Born in Africa, raised in North America, Lena Nozizwe has turned challenges into opportunities.

Gifted Hands in God's Hands
Ben Carson, Renown neurosurgeon, has his faith tested

Crossing the Line
C. J. Alford makes no apologies. He lives life in the fast lane and has no intentions of slowing down. This Adventist race car driver believes in putting His faith on the line.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
Author Philip Yancey remembers