In its history, Mother Emanuel AME Church has endured much pain. And on the night of June 17, 2015, it, too, was a victim. We explore the history of this special church in downtown Charleston, and the cultural significance of black churches in the South.

Written and produced by Caitlin Byrd, Erin Gillespie, J. Emory Parker, and Geoff Yost. Music by Maciej Kulesza.

The Thread

The Post and Courier

S01 Episode 6: The Church

JAN 4, 201724 MIN
The Thread

S01 Episode 6: The Church

JAN 4, 201724 MIN

Description

In its history, Mother Emanuel AME Church has endured much pain. And on the night of June 17, 2015, it, too, was a victim. We explore the history of this special church in downtown Charleston, and the cultural significance of black churches in the South. Written and produced by Caitlin Byrd, Erin Gillespie, J. Emory Parker, and Geoff Yost. Music by Maciej Kulesza.