Richard Allen, a once-enslaved Methodist minister, co-founded the first independent Black denomination in 1794: African Methodist Episcopal church. This new spiritual home led the church to be a cultural center for many Black communities. Learn more: to.pbs.org/36zpkWR #BlackHistoryPBS #BlackHistoryMonth | PBS

Today, we remember Richard Allen, a prominent figure of the black church. His faith in Christ gave him the willpower to establish the African Methodist Episcopal Church in 1816, the first independent black denomination in the United States. In a time when the chains of slavery and the shadow of oppression were prominent, Allen stood as a bright beacon of light. Watch this insightful video to learn more about the life and legacy of Richard Allen. #OCBFCHURCH #BlackHistoryMonth #RichardAllen #Blac

11K views · 303 reactions | "Without what God has created, we wouldn't have anything."   Rev Richard Allen shares how farmers like Peter, across the Trelawny Benefice, are praying for a little rain to nourish their crops. ️ Catch up on our service for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, from the Trelawny Benefice, Cornwall in the Truro Diocese at cofe.io/FifthSundayOfEaster. | The Church of England | Facebook

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