Remnant of one of the oldest Black churches in US is unveiled in Virginia
RNS Archaeologists believe they have discovered the foundation of the original building of the First Baptist Church in Williamsburg, Virginia, one of the nation’s oldest Black churches. The announcement, shared first with descendants of First Baptist Church members, was officially made on Thursday by Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, which runs the well-known outdoor living museum and […]
“COVID has been harder on us”: In the US, some Black churches remain hesitant to reopen
ADELLE M BANKS, of Religion News Service, reports on why some African American clergy continue to hold off on holding in-person services…
“Souls to the Polls”: US faith leaders push back against proposed voting restrictions
ADELLE M BANKS, of Religion News Service, reports on reaction to moves in the US state of Georgia that could curtail Sunday “Souls to the Polls” activities…