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Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell

Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell is a native Memphian who was ordained as an elder in non-denominational ministry in 1994. She graduated from Hamilton High School and went on to Vanderbilt University in Nashville to earn the school’s first bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing in only three years.

Dr. Mitchell continued her education at the Marquette University Graduate School of Journalism and has worked as a writer and editor of several news and magazine publications.

She earned a masters and doctorate in Religious Education from United Bible College and Seminary in Orlando, Fla.

Dr. Mitchell has worked as Religion Editor of the Tri-State Defender for more than eight years.

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» Choosing a place to worship

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/17/2008 | Religion | Rating:

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Memphis often is called “the city of churches.” Where people choose to worship reflects myriad penchants and preferences, with one constant – people seem to want to feel connected to a warm and caring community of others who share their values and beliefs.

Here is what a sampling of Memphians had to say about their places of worship:

» Former Globetrotter now travels for God

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/10/2008 | Religion | Unrated printer version

Eric Lee is a towering figure behind the pulpit. (Photos by Earl Stanback)

Eric Lee has bounced basketballs around the world, all the while knowing that one day he would be doing the Lord’s work...

» A timely pitch: Appreciation planned for coaches of historic Longview Rangers

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/10/2008 | Sports | Rating:

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Coaches Eddie Wells (left) and Robert Scales toss a baseball just like in “the good old days.” (Photos by Earl Stanback)

Coach Eddie Wells and Asst. Coach Robert Scales touched hundreds in the Longview community through their WDIA Rangers summer baseball team...

» MCS to probe need for high schools focused on law enforcement careers

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/10/2008 | News | Unrated printer version

At Tuesday’s school board meeting, Commissioner Kenneth T. Whalum Jr. presented the first of several resolutions that he hopes will lead to vocational high schools that prepare graduates for employment...

» ‘That’s just how we roll.’

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/7/2008 | Arts & Leisure | Rating:

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Milton “Manish” Burchfield has no hesitation about playing the role of a biker training young people to be leaders...

» Flying without wings: life on a 'crotch rocket'

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/3/2008 | Arts & Leisure | Rating:

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“The Wicked Inferno” bears the expertise of custom bike designer Sylvester Gray.

Rev it up and trick it out. Move over Harley. Step aside Corvette! Make room for the new name in road-rule: the faster-than-lightening, sleek and beautiful, make-it-your-own “crotch rocket...”

» Performing arts camp + church ministry = self esteem

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/3/2008 | Religion | Rating:

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At Diamond Summer Camp, boosting self-esteem is the goal pursued largely through the performing arts. (Photos by Warren Roseborough)

Like a writer with a script and the need for a publisher, Thelma Watkins had to learn to take rejection and keep on stepping...

» Suicides set off alarm bells in Coldwater

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 07/3/2008 | News | Unrated printer version

Dr. William Young Sr., executive director of Emotional Fitness Centers of Tennessee, said, “People don’t realize that African-American males are now taking their own lives in alarming numbers. (Photos by Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell)

No suicide pact or cult connected the deaths of two teens in Coldwater, Miss., sheriff’s deputies concluded. But that’s little consolation for a small town left stunned by the two deaths and two suicide attempts last month...

» New to town, used to trouble

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 06/26/2008 | News | Rating:

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New Memphis City Schools attorney Dorsey Hopson said he’s no stranger to conflict and that he is prepared to deal with the legal battle over school funding. (Photo by Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell)
Don’t let Dorsey Hopson’s 35 years fool you. The new general counsel for Memphis City Schools is a veteran at mediating contentious school issues. Feuding board members at Clayton County Public Schools outside of Atlanta have taught him well...

» Yo! Memphis revs up for cyberspace leap

By Dr. Sybil C. Mitchell | Published 06/26/2008 | News | Unrated printer version

Yo! Memphis in its heyday attracted national attention for its performing arts productions. Shown here is legendary actor Ossie Davis during a visit! Dr. Marie Milam (rear) is executive director. The organization now reaches out to youth with its webpage. (Photo by Tyrone P. Easley)

It was an exciting ride for Yo! Memphis Academy. For three years running, popular stage and concert performances helped trigger an annual dash for one of the 200 enrollment slots...

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