Award-winning pastor and first lady honored

Contributed Pastor KZ Smith and First Lady Connie Smith are the recipients of the 2024 Black Family Reunion Family of the Year award. This recognition celebrates their exemplary leadership, dedication, and service to their community. As the senior pastor of Corinthian Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Pastor KZ Smith has been a prominent figure in the city’s religious and civic life, advocating for social justice, community empowerment, and the strengthening of family values. Together, with his wife First Lady Connie Smith, they have been instrumental in creating programs and initiatives that support and uplift the Back community in Cincinnati. The family’s commitment to service and their positive impact on the lives of others make them worthy recipients of this prestigious honor. The 36th Annual Black Family Reunion celebration will take place in Cincinnati, Ohio, from August 15-18, 2024. This four-day event celebrates the historic strengths and values of the Black family and features free events such as a job fair, parade, concerts, and opportunities to support local Black-owned businesses. The celebration occurs at various locations around Cincinnati, including Fountain Square, Corinthian Baptist Church, Avondale, and Sawyer Point. It is one of Cincinnati’s largest family-focused events, drawing approximately 10,000 patrons each year....