Wellness that honors body, mind, and spirit — because God dwells in all three.
Faith in Christ · Health for Life · Community in Love
💙 Men's Health Awareness
June 2026 — Men's Health Month
Strength, faith, brotherhood — and the courage to show up at the doctor. This month we honor the men of EBC Memphis by making health a Kingdom priority.
Live This Month
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Pastor's Word for this Month
Dr. Bishop Richard G. Clark
Men of Ebenezer — Strong men go to the doctor. Faithful men get their numbers checked. Wise men listen to their bodies because the same body that's been given to carry your family, your job, and the burdens of others is also the temple of the Holy Spirit. This month we step up. We get the screenings. We open up about our mental health. We pour into one another. Body, mind, spirit — God called us to steward all three.
⛪ Your Wellness Team
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Vatrice Lewis
RN · Registered Nurse
Wellness Coordinator — Health screenings, member care, education
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Nastassia Smith
NP · Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Lead — Provider navigation, advocacy, follow-up
This Month's Facts
70%
Black men are 70% more likely to die from a stroke than non-Hispanic white men — but stroke is highly preventable with blood pressure control.
1 in 8
1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime. For Black men, the risk is 70% higher — and screening should start at age 40.
#1
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for American men — yet many men haven't seen a doctor in over a year.
Sources: CDC, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association · Verified June 2026
Screenings by Age — Men
All Adult Men
Blood pressure every 1–2 years
Dental check every 6 months
Eye exam every 2 years
Ages 35+
Cholesterol every 4–6 years (sooner if risk factors)
Skin cancer check yearly
Ages 40+ (Black men especially)
Prostate (PSA) — discuss with your provider starting at 40–45
Diabetes screening every 3 years
Ages 45+
Colonoscopy starting at 45 (every 10 years)
Hepatitis C screening one-time
Ages 50+
Lung CT scan if smoker
Aortic aneurysm screening (men 65–75 with smoking history)
Per US Preventive Services Task Force · Talk to your provider for your personal schedule
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📖 Today's Verse
"Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers."
— 3 John 1:2
Wellness Affirmation
My body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. Today I steward it well — moving, resting, fueling, and seeking help when I need it.
Whole + Holy · Wellness Ministry of Ebenezer Baptist Church Memphis
Coordinated by Vatrice Lewis, RN and Nastassia Smith, NP
This information is educational and does not replace your provider's advice.
Crisis numbers verified June 2026 · Resources updated monthly
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Mentor or Be Mentored
Vatrice and Nastassia will personally match you. All shared info is confidential.
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Volunteer with the Wellness Ministry
Every gift matters — even an hour of your time changes a life. Vatrice and Nastassia will follow up personally.
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Thank You
Your information has been received. Vatrice or Nastassia will be in touch soon. May God bless your obedience.