As we move towards the end of the 2026 Black History Month, we trust that the Midwest North District and many other districts, churches, organizations, agencies and etc. have taken the opportunity, that this month rightfully affords, to be enlightened, encouraged, and empowered for the future.  As we remember the faith and courage of our founding Fathers and Mothers of the past, let us also be reminded of our ongoing responsibilities to the future.  As we have lifted up and will lift up African American pioneers that contributed to the life of America through faith, education, politics, arts, science, civil rights, sports, medicine, aviation, inventions, media, and the many other ways that have changed and is changing our nation and our world, let us remember each of them with thanksgiving and inspired hope for others who will contribute in  and/or for the future.  Let us remember that Black History is human history that has helped to shape our nation and our world in monumental ways.  Let us be thankful unto God for each contributor of the past, and for all those who The Lord will charge to contribute into the future of humanity.  Thank you, each of you who are and will answer the Lord's call, to make this world a better place.  As we come toward the end of Black History month, let us not stop celebrating when it ends, but strive to make every day forward a new day of human accomplishments, that will bring glory and honor unto our God.