Scarritt Bennett Center Blog

African American Women Hymn Writers

Posted 2.11.19: Lucie E. Campbell (1885-1963) was one of the early writers and composers of black gospel music. For over thirty years she was in charge of the music at the National Baptist Convention and in that capacity introduced a new song each year. ...

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A Lenten Journey

Posted 2.4.19: It is a time of preparation for Easter through prayer, reflection, silence, repentance, reading, and growing in the grace of God. Many people see these 40 days as a time to refresh and renew their relationship with God and each other. ...

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