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Year 2012

    Faith, Hurricanes & The US Election: A Conversation With Dr. A. R. Bernard
In the latest interview with City News, Dr. AR Bernard talks about the interesting events of the past two months and how life his organized around purpose.
City News
December 1, 2012
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    Dr. A. R. Bernard: Have Aggressive Faith
The most recent sermon Dr AR Bernard gave to City Harvest Church expounded on the concept of the new birth and established a new perspective of faith.
City News
November 29, 2012
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    Is the Black Vote Really in Play?
A. R. Bernard speaks on the rumors about pastors encouraging their members to no vote for Obama.
The Daily Beast
September 28, 2012

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An Interview With Dr A.R. Bernard
A.R. Bernard speaks to City News about the yoke of Jesus and how he feels about CHC after two years of being chairman of its Advisory Board.
City News
May 13, 2012

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Dr A.R. Bernard: Find Rest In The Knowledge Of God
A.R. Bernard expounds on finding rest in God through the knowledge of Jesus’ yoke and gratitude.
City News
May 12, 2012

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A.R. Bernard, pastor of the 36,000-member Christian Cultural Center in southeast Brooklyn, can identify, it seems, with half the city.
New York Times
May 5, 2012
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9 Habits That Lift The Soul

A.R. Bernard gives powerful tips to breathe new life into your spiritual journey.

Ebony.com (Wellness & Empowerment)

May 2, 2012

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"Leadership Is About Advancing Others.", Says Brooklyn Pastor
A.R. Bernard was in his usual fine form as he launched what could be a new series on leadership.
New York Amsterdam News
March 4, 2012
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Faith, In Numbers
City's mega-sized congregations retain quaint, small church appeal.
New York Daily News
February 8, 2012
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Kiosks will provide members with a self-service opportunity to do some of the things that they currently do via phone.
New York Daily News
February 8, 2012
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Brooklyn Christian Leader Calls for Celebration Of Shared Beliefs At Cathedral Service
A.R. Bernard delivered the sermon at an ecumenical prayer service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral where the theme was, “We will all be changed by the victory of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Catholic New York
January 26, 2012

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Year 2011
   
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A.R. Bernard: Sanctifying Customer Service
A.R. Bernard established an institution and has unabashedly adopted corporate business models to make it grow.
Urban Faith
October 7, 2011

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Entering Into A New Season
A.R. Bernard expounds and expands on the Cultural Mandate and its relevance to believers’ everyday lives.  
City News
September 4, 2011

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Pearls Of Great Price
A.R. Bernard exhorts believers to realize that like the oyster, we can turn the negatives in life into a beautiful pearl.
City News
July 5, 2011
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15 Minutes With A.R. Bernard
Learn about some of the key projects that are underway at CCC.
City News 
July 5, 2011

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A.R. Bernard Named 2nd Most Influential New Yorker
Many esteemed New Yorkers were celebrated for their excellence.
City News 
February 26, 2011
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Easing Quake's Pain By Aiding Town; Personal Aftershocks Continue Even A Year Later
CCC supported the "Hope and a Future: Benefit Concert for Haiti" organized by C2C.
Daily News
January 9, 2011

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Year 2010
     
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BeBe Winans To Become Executive Music Director For A.R. Bernard And The Christian Cultural Center
BeBe Winans, a father, singer, radio host and celebrity judge on BET's Sunday's Best, has added Executive Music Director of Christian Cultural Center as his latest title.
Black Christian Internet Newspaper
December 26, 2010
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A.R. Bernard: The True Meaning Of Loyalty
The staff and leaders of City Harvest Church receive a word in season.
City News
September 14, 2010

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Bringing Biblical Truths Down To Earth
Fun and interesting questions are answered about CCC.
Daily News
July 18, 2010

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A.R. Bernard: Your Core Values Determine Your Life's Priorities
City Harvest Church is challenged to keep its purpose on track with the Word of God.
City News
July 10, 2010

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Talk At Black Churches: Some Blame Race For Gov. Paterson's Downfall, And Some Blame Paterson
A brief discussion as to whether blacks are criticized more by the media.
Daily News
February 28, 2010

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Year 2009
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A.R. Bernard At Heart Of God Church
HOG church members are taught that not only is Jesus one with us but that we need to be one with God.
City News 
September 18, 2009

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Dr. A.R. Bernard: A Godly Character For Leadership
Seminar attendees at the Leadership Conference are taught that to have the character of God is to practice a life of personal consecration.
City News
August 26, 2009

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A.R. Bernard Proclaims Kristos Kai Kosmos In Asia
Churches throughout Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Jakarta and Malaysia were enlightened about the primary roles of the church in society.
City News 
July 30, 2009

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Friends and Family Gather At Funeral For Queens Soldier Killed In Afghanistan
Funeral Services were held for 21-year old Roberto Hernandez at CCC.
Daily News
June 12, 2009

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Big Pulpit
See a glimpse of the life of A.R. Bernard.
The New York Times
May 24, 2009

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Louvinia G. Pointer, Star And Educator, Dies At Age Of 92
The life of a talented and giving woman is remembered.
NY Daily News
February 25, 2009
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Year 2008
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Asia Conference Inaugural Asia Conference A Triumph
Singapore was home to the largest Christian conference worldwide in 2008 where the theme was “Cultural Mandate.”
City News 
December 30, 2008

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Best Of Brooklyn Holiday Celebration At CCC
More than 150 volunteers blessed over 3,000 children with gifts, entertainment and love.
Spring Creek Sun
December 18, 2008
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Bad Times Draw Bigger Crowds To Churches
During tough financial times, more people are seeking spiritual answers and the evangelical church is experiencing the largest increase in attendance.
The New York Times
December 13, 2008

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Asia Conference Session 10: The Perfect Finale To Asia Conference
The conference was described as five Spirit-drenched, Bible-filled, tear-soaked days that ended in spiritual unity with hearts and heads sharing the same understanding and faith for the Cultural Mandate.
City News 
November 29, 2008
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Asia Conference Culture - The Church's Greatest Competitor
It is culture, not the devil, that is the biggest competitor for our hearts and souls so we need to keep the right values.
City News 
November 24, 2008

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The Rev. A.R. Bernard - 25 New Influentials
A.R. Bernard is listed among the top 25 celebrated people who have risen to power in recent years and are now in positions that allow them to have a significant impact on New Yorkers' lives.
Crain's New York Business
September 28, 2008

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Starrett Hopes Bids Hit $1B
There are four bidders vying for Starrett City that include non-profits teamed with developers and financial backers.
New York Post
August 27, 2008

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A.R. Bernard, Senior Pastor, Christian Cultural Center, Brooklyn, NY
Hear about A.R. Bernard’s thoughts on church, politics and his personal achievements.
Church Executive Magazine
June 1, 2008

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2008 KICKIN' IT
The 9th Annual Ebony Magazine celebrates the creme de la creme of outstanding women at an awards luncheon that included Elder Karen Bernard as an honoree.
New York Beacon
May 15, 2008

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Bid To Buy Starrett City
A coalition, spearheaded by the Central Labor Council, Christian Cultural Center and the Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty, wants to buy Brooklyn's Starrett City.
New York Post
March 10, 2008

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Interview: Reverend A.R. Bernard, Senior Pastor And CEO Of The Christian Cultural Center
Learn more about the accomplishments of A.R. Bernard as well as his thoughts on politics and insights about life.
Blog Critics Culture
March 2, 2008

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Christmas In New York
CCC partners with the American Bible Society to celebrate the birth of Christ with A-list entertainers and a special presentation to Common Ground and the Bowery Mission.
The Positive Community
January 5, 2008

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Year 2007
   
http://www.cccinfo.org/uploads/arb-aspiring-buyer.jpg    Aspiring Buyer Of Starrett City Is Back Onstage
Successful real estate development requires one to foster relationships with political, civic and advocacy groups.
The New York Times 
April 6, 2007 

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Read the profiles of today’s famous Christians, including A.R. Bernard.
Biography Ministries
March 1, 2007

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Year 2006
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The Most Influential People In Religion
A.R. Bernard is listed as one of the more influential people in religion.
New York Magazine
May 7, 2006

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Year 2005
   
I Thank God For N.Y. City; Billy's Last Crusade
Graham said he was returning to fulfill his desire to come back to NYC, where local Christian leaders told him the city was more open to a spiritual message after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
New York Post
June 22, 2005

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In New York, Billy Graham Will Find An Evangelical Force
The evangelical community in New York is expanding across race and class.
The New York Times
June 21, 2005

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Year 2004

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The Political Conversion Of New York's Evangelicals
While Hispanics and African Americans in New York City have traditionally voted Democratic, those who attend evangelical churches may feel a different pull.
The New York Times
November 14, 2004

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Canarsie Faithful Raise 50G For Haiti
As responsible believers, CCC members felt compelled to help those in need so they donated funds to assist the communities of Mapou and Fonds Verrettes.
NY Daily News
August 4, 2004
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