sad to report that Bishop Rhymes H. Moncure Jr. passed away this weekend. i never knew the man, but i never take lightly the death of church leaders who show what it means to be Christian.
Though Bishop Moncure had considerable administrative duties supervising 325 congregations, he still responded to requests for pastoral care. One came earlier this year from Willie Tichenor, a 19-year-old from Highland Park who was dying of cancer.
rest in peace bishop, apparently you'll be giving Jesus a big hug in heaven. we will lift up your family and congregants in our prayers.