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2013 Black History Month

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In honor of Black History Month, the Center for the Church and the Black Experience (CBE) and Garrett-Evangelical Black Seminarians (G-EBS) are sponsoring a variety of events and worship opportunities during the month of February. All events are open to the public and we welcome your participation. 

For further details on any of the following events or services contact Angela Cowser, CBE Director, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or by phone at 847.866.3984.

February 2013 - Black History Month

All Month
Photo Exhibit: Children and Youth of the Civil Rights Movement

Pembroke Room located on the first floor of the Main

February 5, 2013 - 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
CBE Worship Service with President Philip Amerson Preaching
Chapel of the Unnamed Faithful, Main Building

February 5, 2013 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
A Pastor's Reflection on the Freedom and Justice Struggles of the 1960s and 1970s with President Philip Amerson
President's Dining Room, Loder Hall

February 6, 2013 - 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
A Celebration of the Publication of Dr. Larry Murphy's New Book, Sojourner Truth: A Biography
This lecture is sponsored by CBE and will be take place in room 205 in the Main Builing

February 14, 2013 - 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
CBE Worship Service
Chapel of the Unnamed Faithful, Main Building
Featured Preacher: Rev. Telley Gadson of St. Marks United Methodist Church in Sumter, South Carolina

February 27, 2013 - 6:00 p.m.
CBE Worship Service
Chapel of the Unnamed Faithful, Main Building
Featured Preacher: Rev. Mark Dennis of the Second Baptist Church in Evanston, Illinois

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The United Methodist Church, welcomes
students from a wide range of faith traditions.