Rise and Shine Ministries

06/06/2026

Tomorrow is the day!!!

12-3 Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Come to the field at Dock and Foundry Streets. FREE, FUN & LOTS TO DO!

05/19/2026

There are so many things I could say about Maurice Lewis. We could talk about his gut wrenching, senseless death that left a hole in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him, to love him and spend what would end up being some of the most special times of our lives with him.

We could talk about the deep love and care he showed to his family and friends, his loyalty and the way he never gave up on people.

We could share the silly stories, the way he loved football, the Giants and swore by those lucky socks.

Maurice was hardworking, loyal and full of joy. He walked into the room and it came to life. He was loyal to Shine and as hard working as he was always took time off to volunteer for summer camp. He would guide and mentor the younger children, he was fun, patient and kind.

When he attended teen camp as a camper, we wrote letters to our city commissioners at that time. His letter was simple...he shared how his mother would worry when he left the house, she worried about the gun violence in the streets...his letter shared how he didn't want her to worry and how he wanted the city commissioners, the police, the courts to make our streets safe so she could have peace.

Her worst fears were realized that Friday night when he was murdered in the very streets she worried about. He was innocent, never in trouble...the one who kept his friends out of trouble. He was simply giving friends a ride home.

This never should have happened!

The world was better before that night. A family was happy before that night.

Please always keep Marisol PrettyLady Cruz, Miah Cruz and Mariah in your prayers. Be kind like he was. Look out for your friends and laugh...be silly sometimes.... Remember Maurice.

04/27/2026

04/23/2026

🎉🎓 Congratulations to Karime Matos! 🎓🎉

We are proud to share that Karime has been named the scholarship recipient of the Dr. Hull Scholarship at the Impower 2 Impact First Annual Conference!

Karime plans to continue her academic journey at Montclair State University, where she will pursue a degree in education. We are excited to see the impact she will make in the future as an educator! 🍎📚

Pictured is Dr. Hull, is one of the first African American Superintendents in Cumberland County and in the state of New Jersey. He is inspiring legacy of leadership and excellence.
Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement and wishing her continued success!

03/24/2026

Some Saint Patrick's Day fun!!! ☘️

03/24/2026

Who doesn't love a celebration!! So much fun for everyone!!

03/24/2026

You can't be all work and no play!! After homework and reading time we must have some fun!!

Playing games, making crafts and lots of laughs!!

Thank you Karmari for your love of chess and for teaching the kids how to play the game!!

02/18/2026

Hungry Hippo!!!

Rise & Rise and Shine style, lol!🤣

01/26/2026

Millville Public Schools will be closed again tomorrow. So will Rise and Shine Ministries.

Please stay safe!!

01/25/2026

Rise and Shine Ministries will also have no after school program tomorrow. Stay home, stay safe and go play in the snow!!❄️❄️