Born in protest...

[Glorybound]

The Black Church during the Civil War

By Leslie Willis-Lowry, Archivist & Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection, Temple University Libraries


Constantly moving between the poles of immediate survival and future liberation, Black congregations cultivated a spirit of uplift and self-expression, laying the foundation of Black power and self-determination. They understood that the "…Christian Gospel was a gospel of liberation … and … refused to accept an interpretation of Christianity that was unrelated to civil freedom." This fundamental religious faith brought strength and courage to each of them.


http://www.pacivilwar150.com/Understand/RoleofReligion#church-role

 

[truthckr]

Interesting read Lee, thanks for posting.

 

[Karen Lips]

Interesting thanks for posting.

 

[jessgettysburg1863]

Great post mate.

 

[FourLeafClover]

Food for thought in that article Lee. Great post. While I am catching up with posts I missed over the recent week. I am reading this in conjunction with the "Vatican and Abe Lincoln" thread.
Conspicuous by its absence, is any reference in communications between US ambassadors, and the Papal legates. Is any reference to Black peoples rights and emancipation as equals. Little wonder then that they chose to branch out on their own. Since none but themselves understood the needs, and the hardships which their new found lifestyles as freemen would bring.
My curiosity has been raised to investigate further, if there was any reaction from the Vatican. Towards the establishment of new independent churches within black communities.
As ever Lee, a thought provoking contribution.

 

[donna]

Another interesting post.