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Coinciding with the Bethel A.M. E. Church Founder’s Day Celebration, the USPS will hold a Special Stamp Ceremony for the Richard Allen Forever Stamp. |
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Sunday, February 21, 2016 |
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Bethel A.M.E. Church |
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Rev. David R. Jarrett, Sr., Pastor Background: Activist, preacher and civic leader Richard Allen (1760-1831) was born into slavery, but purchased his freedom while in his twenties. This year’s Black Heritage Stamp coincides with the 200th anniversary of Allen's founding of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Philadelphia, and his election and consecration as its first bishop. The Bethel A.M.E. Church in Detroit is celebrating Founder’s Day with members throughout the State of Michigan attending. |
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