Historic Nashville church celebrates 141 years of faith, community

A historic Black church in the heart of Nashville is celebrating a milestone: 141 years of worship, faith and community. New Hope Missionary Baptist Church started from humble beginnings in 1885 under the Rev. John C. Harding. The congregation first worshiped in a small log cabin — a building so small it was referred to as “the cracker box.”

“Long way from the log cabin, and yeah, I’m grateful for that,” Pastor Albert Moses said.

Watch report from Aaron Cantrell

Historic Nashville Black church celebrates 141 years of faith and community

Moses is the newest pastor to lead New Hope and says he recognizes the history that came before him…

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