Part 1 focuses on the development of the Black church and its central role in advocating for freedom from slavery and for Black advancement during the 18th and 19th centuries. offers a thought-provoking journey through American history using the Black church as an entry point and a lens for critical examination. (A book based on the series is also now available.)ĭr. Gates engages scholars, preachers, musicians and thought leaders to offer an informative and thought-provoking journey through American history using the Black church as an entry point and a lens for critical examination. explores some of the origins, motivations and divisions that permeate the Black church with a mix of mini-lectures, interviews, performances and site visits. The subtitle, an adaptation of the refrain of the hymn “Blessed Assurance” (“This is my story, this is my song, Praising my Savior all the day long”), reveals the perspective that unfolds in the series: that the Black church and the music born out of it have been instrumental in Black identity and empowerment for centuries. 16 and 17, is captivating and inspiring, weaving together history, religion, politics and music to give viewers deep insights into Black religious and cultural expression in America. There are so many reasons to watch “The Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song.” This two-part documentary, airing on PBS on Feb.
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