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Unsung: A Chronicle of Black Lutherans is the latest feature documentary by Fisher Films. It tells the history of Black Lutherans in the Southern United States as one not tainted by the sin of slavery, but as a story of faithfulness, hope, restoration, and empowerment. ​The Crumley Archives is committed to the task of telling the story of this rich history of Black Lutherans that until now has too often gone...unsung.
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*This episode also highlights the experiences of current Black pastors in SC and gives consideration to the challenges for Black ministers serving in an historically predominately white denomination.
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***SPECIAL EVENT***
Join the staff of the Crumley Archives and Rev. Jackie Utley of Ascension Lutheran Church on Friday, February 27, at 5:30pm for the official premiere of the South Carolina segment of Unsung: A Chronicle of Black Lutherans.
This event is being hosted at Ascension Lutheran Church (827 Wildwood Avenue, Columbia, SC 29203)
and individuals are asked to RSVP to archivist@crumleyarchives.com with the number of attendees or questions.
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Prisoner By Choice: The Frankie San Story - Discover the story of Kyuzo Miyaishi. From WWII survivor to immigrant minister, his journey led him to the depths of America's toughest prison, where he embraced the forgotten and brought hope to men locked in a life of despair and became known as the Legendary Frankie San.
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Order your copy of the film by clicking here.
