Without any doubt or debate, two of the greatest memories that are etched in stone in my mind are memories of my late sister, Cynthia Joan Goings.
Category: Michael Goings’ Columns
The personal reflections and commentary of Bishop Michael Goings, a well-known pastor and author, on local, state, national, and international issues. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these columns are those of Michael Goings, the author, and do not necessarily reflect those of The Dillon Herald. He is solely responsible for the content of these articles.
The Outcry Of My Native American Blood
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Just looking at me or any of my siblings, you would not be able to detect any of our American Indian features, except you knew what to look for, as one lady did who was half Native American and half-White.
A Great Civil Rights Activist
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It would be a miscarriage of justice and a downright act of historical negligence to let this month of Black History pass without paying tribute to perhaps one of our greatest Civil Rights activists.
Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things
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There are many people in our locale who are doing some amazing things in order to serve and make life better for others.
2017: Projections, Plans, and Pursuits
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Last week, we considered in a general way, some of the regrets and rejoicings that many of us had concerning 2016. Having already entered into the year of 2017.
A Tribute To Former Councilman Randy Goings
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With the beginning of a new year, there will almost always be the beginning of new things, as well as the ending of many old things.
Kudos To The Wildcats On A Great Run
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The ride from Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia was indeed a very disappointing one for all true Wildcat fans, including myself.
Memories Of Christmas Past
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With Christmas being just a few days away, I thought it would be very interesting and perhaps a little amusing to enter into my time mobile and embark upon a journey down memory lane that will take me and my readers back to Christmas past.
The Art Of Consoling Grieving People
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One of the things that we all perhaps have in common is that we will experience or have experienced a season of sadness and grief due to the loss of a loved one or close friend.
Things We Dared Not Do Growing Up
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As an observer and student of human behavior, I am constantly noting the way people are now compared to how they were in their conduct and character when I was a child.