Commentary: The Digital Stairway to Heaven, Black Churches and the Pandemic

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by Ms. Asha Rivers, Dr. Steven B Goldman, MIT Press, MA, February 14, 2022

Description

This article can help congregational leaders understand research on the impact of COVID-19 within African-American ministries. With a focus on perseverance and how congregations altered their services during the COVID-19 pandemic, the article highlights statistics and quotes from those involved in this difficult time. By exploring this research, the article shares ways congregations can make positive changes to meet people’s needs during hard times.

Features

Statistics from the Pew Research Center
Data from survey results

Recommended Audience

Black Church; All ages

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

Learn how altering your congregation’s workflow can have positive impacts, such as greater communication among a congregation’s community.
Explore how to maintain traditional services while online services reach those unable to attend worship in person.

Updated: January 08, 2025

About the Contributor

JC Campbell

Director of Southwest

Dr. JC Campbell is the director of the Center’s Southwest office in Evansville, Ind. and serves 16 counties in the Southwest region of Indiana. JC is an ordained American Baptist Minister and has an extensive background in non-profit organizations, fundraising, and higher education. JC truly believes in the value of education, professional development, and best practices to improve ministry and its impact. JC is most interested in congregational leadership, board development, and succession planning.

JC received two bachelor’s degrees from Georgetown College, where he was a Regents Scholar at Oxford University, a master’s from the University of Louisville, a PhD from Newburgh Seminary, and is working on a PhD from IU Bloomington. JC is a proud husband and father to three children, and one fur baby named Vincent.

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