Bethel A.M.E. Church records, 1897s-1990s (bulk 1912-1969).

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Bethel A.M.E. Church records, 1897s-1990s (bulk 1912-1969).

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Microfilmed materials include quarterly conference reports; record books with lists of members, baptisms, marriages, and related information; minute books of trustees and various church groups. Original materials include historical and background information; inaugural address of pastor Joseph L. Roberts; biographical sketch of pastor William H. Peck; and photographs.

0.2 linear ft. and 2 oversize items.2 microfilm reels : master negative.2 microfilm reels : print master2 microfilm reels : positive.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8300534

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Peck, William H., 1932-

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Roberts, Joseph L., 1897-1977.

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Bethel A.M.E. Church (Detroit, Mich.)

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Congregation established on May 10, 1841 as the Bethel African Methodist Church. The church was incorporated on July 30, 1849. From the description of Bethel A.M.E. Church records, 1865-1969 (bulk 1911-1969). (Detroit Public Library). WorldCat record id: 56917349 In 1839 a group of 50 black citizens of Detroit formed together as the Colored Methodist Society. After a period of growth and discussion, the members of the Society decided to associate themselves with...

African Methodist Episcopal Church. Seventh Episcopal District

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Organized in 1816 from a congregation formed by a group of blacks who withdrew in 1787 from St. George's Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia because of discrimination; Richard Allen was consecrated the first bishop in 1816. From the description of African Methodist Episcopal Church collection, 1914-1971 (bulk 1950-1971). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70962830 ...