*The overflowing pride, spiritual joy, and sense of community were tangible at the oldest African American church in California, St. Andrews African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.). On Nov. 15-16. The congregation celebrated its 175th anniversary with a special church service and a “living museum” event in Sacramento.
Clergy, local elected officials, church auxiliary groups, and other well-wishers gathered for the two-day celebration, which honored the founding of the faith community, the ongoing mission of the church, and the legacy it continues to uphold…