Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church (Charleston, S.C.)

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Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, Charleston, S.C., was formed in 1882, splitting from Emmanuel AME Church, Charleston, which was unable to accommodate all its members. The new congregation, led by Norman B. Sterrett, purchased the Zion Presbyterian Church building on Glebe Street. Sterrett served briefly as pastor before becoming the regular pastor of Emmanuel.

From the description of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church records, 1884-1949. (College of Charleston). WorldCat record id: 133146066

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South Carolina--Charleston
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African American churches
African Americans
African Americans
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Active 1884

Active 1949

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