The name Hoosier Memorial United Methodist Church might sound a bit unusual, right? It’s not what you’d expect to find amid the bustle of Atlanta, but there it is. This church is steeped in history, built in 1982 to replace the Audubon Forest United Methodist Church. The transition of the neighborhood from a predominantly white community to a black one led to the formation of Hoosier Memorial. The church is named after Harry Hoosier, a prominent black Methodist preacher who rose to national fame in the 18th century. He was born a slave in North Carolina, but his powerful preaching garnered the attention of Bishop Francis Asbury, a founding figure of Methodism in America. The ceremony to open Hoosier was quite elaborate, featuring Bishop L. Scott Allen, a retired bishop of the Western North Carolina Conference as the keynote speaker. Today, Hoosier continues to be vibrant, with a sanctuary choir, gospel choir, male chorus, and a variety of other ministries. The church is deeply committed to its community, offering various outreach programs, bible studies, and support for scouting groups.
Omenala Griot Afrocentric Teaching Museum
“What if museums could talk?” That’s a question I often ask myself. Today, standing before the Omenala Griot Afrocentric Teaching