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Celebrating the Birth of the Black Baptist Church Convention in South Carolina

In 2018, while attending a plaque unveiling at The First Baptist Church of Charleston, Dr. Greene had a profound encounter with the past. That moment gave birth to this transformative documentary project.

Co-produced with Dr. Riggins R. Earl, Jr., this film tells the previously untold story of the Black Baptist Church’s emergence from slavery—through the lens of faith and endurance in the balconies of segregated churches.

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What You’ll Discover:

Through scorching heat, limited funds, and a shared conviction to honor their ancestors, Dr. Greene and Dr. Earl uncovered a story of unwavering faith and Black excellence. This film is a call to remember, record, and reclaim.

“I breathed my ancestor’s DNA.” – Dr. Greene

The spiritual resilience of enslaved believers
Historic sites in Charleston and Sullivan’s Island
The hidden influence of segregated worship on both enslavers and the enslaved
The birth and growth of the Baptist Educational and Missionary Convention of South Carolina

Official Selection

International Christian Film & Music Festival

2026

Official Selection

Charlotte Black Film Festival

2025

June 6th , 2025
Screen 12 | 7:00PM - 8:30PM

Ayrsley Grand Cinemas,
9110 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273