Pearland members reflect on origins of Black History Month

Pearland members
reflect on origins
of Black History Month

PEARLAND, Texas—Community Christian Fellowship celebrated Black History Month by reflecting on the origins of the celebration; the importance of knowing our history; how the four presidents depicted on Mount Rushmore were associated with black people; and the career of Coy Davis Jr.

On Feb. 15, preteens presented special music. The observance concluded Feb. 22 with a sermon by Ester Reed, who described contributions by several lesser-known black inventors. Mr. Reed also provided information from the Black Inventors Museum listing hundreds of inventions patented by blacks. The celebration concluded with a soul food potluck lunch that included fried chicken, ox tails, salads and desserts. Walter Hawkins.

SINGING YOUTHS—Preteens
sing led by Bruce McNair (center).
[Photos by Lue Ennis]

SERMON—Ester Reed speaks
at Feb. 15 Black History service.

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