Footprints in the Sand of Time: Celebrating 100 Years of African Methodism in Southern Africa

by Nancy Horton Sweet

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Summary

Born a slave in Philadelphia, Richard Allen (1760-1831) Bought his freedom, and ensured the spiritual freedom of millions who would come later in 1794, he founded the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal church, and in 1816, helped form the a.m.e. church. Both Nelson Mandela and Richard Allen were pioneers in guaranteeing the spiritual independence of the African soul, in America and in Africa. Welcome to a journey into the centennial celebration of African Methodism in South Africa and Zimbabwe. From banquets with president Nelson Mandela to bus trips into the Swazi country-side, this is an invitation to celebrate.

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