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First African Baptist Church is a registered historic landmark in the National Registry of Historic Landmarks and Places. It is thought to be the oldest continuous African-American congregation in America.
Downstairs, outside of the church offices, pictograms can be found in the floor which resemble a diamond with a cross; this shape is an African prayer symbol known as a BaKongo Cosmogram, which represents birth, life, death and rebirth. And at the front of the church and on either side of the altar are beautiful stained glass impressions of the ministers who guided the church’s inception, including George Liele and Andrew Bryan.
Downstairs, outside of the church offices, pictograms can be found in the floor which resemble a diamond with a cross; this shape is an African prayer symbol known as a BaKongo Cosmogram, which represents birth, life, death and rebirth. And at the front of the church and on either side of the altar are beautiful stained glass impressions of the ministers who guided the church’s inception, including George Liele and Andrew Bryan.
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Grateful & Proud of My Heritage
My friend and I heard about this church while visiting First Church. The docent said we had to do the tour At First African Baptist. I loved this tour so much. Pastor Derek brought our history to ...
A must stop in Savannah!
The history was fascinating, beautiful architecture and stained glass! They’re also involved in a local nonprofit that you can help support. Highly recommend! ...
Very informative
Pastor Derrek did a great job explaining the history of the church and was very entertaining. You could tell her really loves his church and the ministry that he serves. If you are looking for ...
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