Mobile Public Library: Rock in a Weary Land: The Black Church in 19th Century Alabama

During days of slavery and freedom, the black church was the most significant institution in the black community. In the midst of slavery, blacks were allowed to worship in segregated galleries of white churches or to hold separate worship under white supervision. Still the antebellum church played a crucial role in black life. 

 

The black minister was the center point of the black church. His myriad roles included te