Honoring Black History

Learn more about black history from four talented individuals as they share stories via the visual arts, genealogy, local historical research and ongoing advocacy for equity. This Sunday, Feb 1st at 2:00pm, we welcome Kimberly Love Radcliffe – sharing Black history through quilts, stories and poetry, as well as an extraordinary collection of dolls representing moments throughout cultures and history. All are welcome to attend.

MLK Scholarship Special Offering will take place during February. Stop by the table during coffee hour to donate in support of the Educational Scholarship Trust Fund, or give online below.

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Faith in Action is proud to host a special forum with Dr. Sarah Clunis Sunday September 7 beginning at 2:00pm in the Sanctuary. Dr. Sarah Clunis from the Amistad Center for Art & Culture will give a special presentation that celebrates and preserves the rich heritage and culture of people of African descent.   We are grateful for Justine and Verna who have put together this event.

  • Jarena Lee was the first Black woman preacher in America and the first ordained female preacher in the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

  • Aretha Franklin - Never Gonna Break My Faith (Audio) ft. The Boys Choir of Harlem

  • In this morning's Moment for Black History Month, Verna and Justine referred to New London's Black Heritage Trail. Check out this link with more information:

  • New London Black Heritage Trail

    In this morning's Moment for Black History Month, Verna and Justine referred to New London's Black Heritage Trail. Check out this link with more information:

    Black Heritage Trail

  • First Black Woman Preacher UMC

    Jarena Lee was the first Black woman preacher in America and the first ordained female preacher in the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

    Jarena Lee

  • Aretha Franklin

    Aretha Franklin - Never Gonna Break My Faith (Audio) ft. The Boys Choir of Harlem. Visit YouTube below:

    Never Gonna Break My Faith