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February 16, 2021
The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song will explore the 400-year-old story of the black church in America, the changing nature of worship spaces, and the men and women who shepherded them from the pulpit, the choir loft, and church pews.
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Clips and Previews
The Man with the Million Dollar Voice
February 14, 2021
In 1954, Reverend Franklin recorded his popular sermon The Eagle Stirreth Her Nest.
The Rebuilding of the Emanuel A.M.E Church
February 12, 2021
Reverend Cain started rebuilding Charlestons staple Black church after it was destroyed.
Rutha Mae Harris’ Music Impact on the Civil Right Movement
February 11, 2021
Rutha Mae Harris music lifted the spirits of those fighting for racial equality.
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