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The Importance of a Thriving Black Church

By Jamar A. Boyd II
 African Americans in church in Georgia. Image via Wikimedia Commons
Jul 2, 2019
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Because of this immense history, power, and influence despite generations of ill treatment and racism, black churches need to thrive, continuing to speak truth to power and serve black communities beyond the sanctuary. 

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 African Americans in church in Georgia. Image via Wikimedia Commons