Alexander Crummell - Missionary and minister. Founded St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.

When my way groweth drear, Precious Lord, linger near, When my light is almost gone, Hear my cry, hear my call, Hold my hand lest I fall, Take my hand, precious Lord Lead me on - Thomas Dorsey

Absalom Jones - Slave whose life and witness helped lead his owner to Christ. He bought his freedom and helped found the Free African Society.

Black history is church history