John W. Fountain
ARTICLES:
Hope Doesn't Have to Die in the Hood
Chicago Sun-Times columnist John W. Fountain relates his inspiring story of surviving in a rough Chicago neighborhood as he witnesses spiraling black-on-black crime in predominantly African-American communities in large cities.
Sizing Up 'Occupying' Nephew on Thanksgiving
While participating in the protest is fine for his nephew, John W. Fountain writes in his Chicago Sun-Times column, he also looks forward to seeing him get an occupation.
In Too Many Communities, Church Is Not a Healing Force
In his Chicago Sun-Times column, John W. Fountain writes a sobering critique of the black church, saying it is no more effective than a bottle of rum in healing what ails the community.
In a Time of Crisis, Where Are the Good Shepherds?
Chicago Sun-Times columnist John Fountain says that while pastors preach about love from the pulpit, often death, poverty and hopelessness rage outside the church. Why?
A Black Pastor's Lament: 'Must We Do It All?'
Chicago Sun-Times columnist John Fountain excerpts a letter from an anonymous pastor he received in response to a critical essay he wrote about the black church.