churches Archives - Ghosts of DC

Reverend Alexander Crummell’s Thanksgiving Sermon

February 1, 2022November 29, 2013 by ghostsofdc

A Thanksgiving Sermon, Alexander Crummell

In 1895, Reverend Alexander Crummell delivered a powerful Thanksgiving sermon to three congregations, including the 15th St. Presbyterian Church. He identified several instances of hope for African Americans, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, including persevering through the institution of slavery. Read the entire sermon now!

A Look Inside the Sanctuary of The Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church in 1924

March 26, 2022December 18, 2012 by ghostsofdc

Washington, D.C., circa 1924. "Sanctuary, Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church." National Photo Company Collection glass negative.

Take a look inside the sanctuary of the Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church in 1924 with this photo from Shorpy. See the historic interior of the church and click on the photo for greater detail.