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Tuesday

OWN Network's Greenleaf Announces Series Finale


On May 3rd, The Own Network Series "Greenleaf" announced that Season five would be it's last season. The final season will be returning in June with no exact date given.

The previous four seasons are available to stream on Netflix. In it's duration The series from Lionsgate won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Drama Series this year, as well as back to back wins (in 2019 and 2020) for star Lynn Whitfield (Lady Mae Greenleaf) in the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama category.

In an official statement Greenleaf's Writer/Executive Producer Craig Wright said from the beginning him and Oprah knew they wanted to end the series after 5 seasons. Watch the official video to hear his remarks below:


What are your thoughts about the series coming to an end? Leave your thoughts in the comments section below and connect with us online @BOLDJournal on all social media networks to follow the conversation.


Wednesday

Greenleaf Cast Members Gather To Celebrate Atlanta Director


A few of the cast members from the Oprah Winfrey network's Mega church series Greenleaf were on site in Atlanta to celebrate Director Crystle C. Roberson's  Directorial debut for Prime Time TV. 

Crystle C. Roberson is a content creator and Director who has worked on the crew of films like The Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacks, Think Like A Man, and Why Did I Get Married to name a few. It was a pleasure to celebrate her as she broke through in her directing career with a major television series, of Oprah sized magnitude.

Cast members Desiree Ross and Lamman Rucker were in attendance. Past crew members from previous seasons of the show were also at the celebration. The party was held at Bella, a seafood restaurant in South West Atlanta. Wine and light appetizers were served by the venue. 

The first full episode directed by Roberson is in Season 4, Episode 4 of the show titled "A Common Enemy". She has also directed another episode in this current season. It was inspiring to witness her heartfelt gratitude and the ambition she has for her future as a Director. It was a testament that great things are possible if we're dedicated and in line with divine purpose.

Congratulations to Ms. Roberson! Looking forward to more positive work from her. Greenleaf airs Tuesdays at 10/9 central time on OWN. 

Check out a few of the pictures I got with Crystle and the cast from the event. Connect with us @BOLDJournal on all social media outlets for the latest updates and inspiration. 

Greenleaf Cast member Lamman Rucker (Left) Breath Of Life Daily host April D. Byrd (Right)
photo credit: Photography By Ace LLC.


Director Crystle C. Roberson (Pictured Right) Breath Of Life Daily host April D. Byrd (Pictured Left)

Greenleaf Cast Member Desiree Ross (Pictured Right), Breath Of Life Daily host April D. Byrd (Pictured Left)

How Would You Encourage Sophia Greenleaf?





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What would you tell Sophia from "Greenleaf"? Yes, Greenleaf is fictional TV show, but that puts the scripted family in the public spotlight. Honestly, up until episode five of the shows 3rd season, for me the show's content had no real substance. 

However, the particular episode was a dramatic turning point in the season for all the characters on the show, and I'm guessing some on-the-fence viewers like myself, but especially for Sophia, the character played by Desiree Ross. She received a diagnosis that left her sterile and unable to conceive kids of her own. Doctors removed her ovaries, leaving no hope for natural babies and at a low point with her faith in GOD.



The diagnosis is definite, but the believer in me wants to see a miraculous breakthrough in Sophia's plot so bad! The initial shock of the news left me speechless and caused me to think on what good can come from this kind of news. The issue fortunately changed my view about the show's content because it's dealing with real life issues, but it left me with confusion on how to address this with real life people. 

why are some people born with disabilities and disorders? Why does GOD embed these issues in the master plan? I really had to think about the situation before responding too quick, to avoid being insensitive or being attacked by some random twitter trolls. What can actually be said in these situations thats encouraging?

If I could help encourage Sophia I would say a few things and hope they could be of some significance.

Real Sympathy
First of all, "I'm so sorry." point blank. period. I can imagine that it's extremely hard to get news like that. Who could imagine that something like this would happen. Please know I'm here for your support.

Sincere Encouragement
Keep believing and aiming to fulfill GOD's purpose.  Circumstances cannot stop you from thriving. Keep searching for a solution despite what the "experts" say. Keep praying. Keep researching, because you getting a breakthrough might be the key to helping somebody else's redemption with the same plight. 

The "woman with the issue of Blood" in the Bible is not so much a story of miracle healing power as it is a story of tenacity, determination, and UNYIELDING faith. For 12 Years, she never stopped being persistent and focusing on healing. Stay strong at all costs.

True Reference and Witness
Go all the way in! If you've ever had any reason to go crazy trusting GOD, the time is now! If we really want what GOD wants it has to be completely what GOD wants, not mixed with a tinge of what we want. Surrender to GOD's will, keep trusting He has your best in mind. Seek to know GOD's thoughts. Whenever I've trusted GOD that's where my peace has come in. Scripture says:
"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,”declares the Lord.“As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." - Isaiah 55:8-9
I personally have never expereinced a drastic health situation, but I've been through enough to trust GOD in any situation. It seems like Sophia is losing her faith. We don't ever really lose faith, we just supress it. Although Sophia is really giving up hope at this point, I'm looking forward to seeing how the story progresses. The writers of the show can still take it in any direction, just like GOD can do with our real lives. GOD is the ultimate show runner, the Author and Finisher of our faith!

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How would you encourage Sophia Greenleaf? Share your thoughts in the comment section below and let us know @BOLDJournal on Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #EncourageSophiaGreenleaf