Traditions that Unite Us: Holidays with Faith and Family Bridge Former and New Homes

Food brings together generations of traditions for African Americans

By: Rony Camille

Outlets: 603 Diversity

Published: October 30, 2025

Words: 885

Last Updated: 2 months, 4 weeks ago

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While many New Hampshire families unwrap gifts by the tree on Christmas morning, parishioners at The Over Comers Church of God in Concord gather for hours of worship, song and dance.

For them, Christmas is not just a holiday; it is a bridge between home and homeland, a chance to celebrate the birth of Christ and keep alive the traditions they once knew in East Africa’s Great Lakes region.

Pastor Clement …

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