News Release
March 2000

Moravian lecture to focus on Black Sacred Music and Ministry in the 21st Century

Moravian Theological Seminary and the Office of Multicultural Affairs at Moravian College will present a lecture, Black Sacred Music and Ministry in the 21st Century, on Tuesday, April 4, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. The speaker will be Reverend Dr. Jeremiah Wright, Pastor, Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wright is recognized as a leading theologian, pastor, and author. His lecture will provide a historical and developmental overview of Black Sacred Music in the African American Diaspora. The lecture will be held in the Saal at held in the Seminary’s Bahnson Center, 60 W. Locust Street, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. A Continental Breakfast and Fellowship will be held from 9:00-9:45 a.m. Dr. Wright will conduct a book signing at noon where a number of his books will be available for purchase.

Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. became Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ (TUCC) in February of 1972. Within a matter of months he demonstrated an understanding and deep commitment to help TUCC achieve its motto and vision. The motto "Unashamedly Black and Unapologetically Christian" was officially adopted by the congregation.

TUCC’s membership currently exceeds 7,000 and in May 1977 a new 2,700 seat worship center was dedicated. The membership continues to grow numerically and spiritually with large numbers of members tithing and participating in bible classes. Over 60 ministries are offered to enhance our Christian journey.

Pastor Wright holds a Doctor of Ministry Degree from United Theological Seminary, a Masters degree from Howard University, an additional Masters degree from the University of Chicago and three honorary doctoral degrees. He has lectured at most seminaries and Universities in the nation, and has represented Trinity and The United Church of Christ around the world. He is recognized as a leading theologian and pastor and has published four books and numerous articles.

Pastor Wright has stated that his vision for Trinity is "…to be a worshiping church, a spirit-filled church, a praying church, a tithing church, a bible-based church, a progressive church, a politically aware and active church, a love-centered church, a stronger-working church and a community-conscious liberation-conscious church."

For further information regarding this lecture contact Rev. Gregory Edwards at 610 774-0910 or Sharon Brown at 610 807-3834.

Moravian College is a private, coeducational, selective liberal arts college located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Tracing its founding to 1742, it is recognized as America's sixth-oldest college. Moravian College is located at Main and Locust streets in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.