The Episcopal Church remembers Absalom Jones each year on February 13. The Diocese of Tennessee will hold its 8th annual celebration on Sunday, March 10, at 6 pm, followed by a reception.

Celebrant: The Rt. Rev. John C. Bauerschmidt, Bishop of the Diocese of Tennessee

Preacher: Tabitha Ssonko, Lay Vicar, St. Anselm's Episcopal Church and Campus Ministry for Fisk University, Tennessee State University, and Meharry Medical College

Guest Choir: The Chamber Choir, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Franklin, Donna Stokes-Rogers, Director

The offering collected at the service is designated for St. Augustine's University, Raleigh, NC and Voorhees University, Denmark, SC - the two Historic Black Universities (HBCU's) founded by the Episcopal Church. You may also donate today at this secure link. (Select Absalom Jones-HBCU's from the drop-down menu). The Diocese of Tennessee has raised over $7,000 for these two institutions since 2017.

According to the Episcopal Church Office of Development, "Historically Black Colleges and Universities create dynamic and empowering educational environments for college students from diverse backgrounds. Now, more than ever, these institutions need your support."

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