City Councilman Anthony Merante (L) and Prostate Cancer Survivor Brian Carter (R) engage in meaningful discussions about the impact of prostate cancer on Black men
L-R-Dr. Robert Baskerville, PhD, CEO of RISEUP (Research Initiatives for the Strategic Empowerment of the Urban Populace), Brian Carter, Prostate Cancer Survivor, Harold McKoy Sr., Chairman of the Men’s Ministry, Coordinator of the Seminar, and Prostate Cancer Survivor, Harold McKoy II, VP of Strategic Planning & Relations for RISEUP, Wayne Daugett, Prostate Cancer Survivor
L-R-Brian McKoy, Proprietor/Host of the We Don’t Believe You podcast series, Dr. Gregory Joice, Special Guest Speaker and Urologist at NY Presbyterian Hospital Westchester, Harold McKoy Sr., Chairman of the Men’s Ministry, Coordinator of the Seminar, and Prostate Cancer Survivor,Harold McKoy II, VP of Strategic Planning & Relations for RISEUP
The Messiah Baptist Church Men’s Ministry proudly hosted its Second Lunch & Learn Seminar on Prostate Cancer, focusing on the critical issue of prostate cancer among Black men. The event took place on June 29th at the Yonkers Riverfront Library and was a tremendous success, attracting an estimated 30 attendees.
The Lunch & Learn Prostate Cancer seminars aim to educate and empower the community, providing crucial information about the early detection and treatment of prostate cancer. The next seminar is already being planned, with details to be announced soon.
The seminar featured several distinguished speakers, including:
- Dr. Gregory Joice, Urologist at NY Presbyterian Hospital Westchester, who provided valuable insights on prostate cancer and the importance of early detection.
- Joseph Cosgriff, Director of Operations at Fans For The Cure, Tarrytown, NY, who shared information about ongoing efforts to combat prostate cancer.
- Rev. Frank E. Coleman, Pastor of Messiah Baptist Church, who offered inspirational words and support.
Chairman Harold McKoy Sr., a prostate cancer survivor and founder of the Lunch & Learn Prostate Seminars, emphasized the importance of raising awareness and providing education on prostate cancer among Black men. He plans to host several more seminars at the Yonkers Riverfront Library to continue this vital work.
The Men’s Ministry urges all churches and community-based organizations to come out, participate, and get involved in spreading the word to bring about awareness of the number two killer of Black men, prostate cancer. “We are saving lives.”
The Messiah Baptist Church Men’s Ministry is dedicated to addressing the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of men in the community. Through various programs and initiatives, the ministry strives to empower men to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.
