Two Black Churches (1975)

Two Black Churches (1975) poster

TWO BLACK CHURCHES is based on fieldwork Bill Ferris conducted at a church in Vicksburg, Miss. and at a church in New Haven, Conn. Footage includes a full immersion baptism, congregation members and preachers at both churches discussing their call to the faith, and scenes from worship services at both churches. The film contrasts the two approaches to worship at each church.

Director: Bill Ferris
Runtime: 19 min
Release Date:
Editing: Robert Slattery
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Bill Ferris

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Two Black Churches about?
TWO BLACK CHURCHES is based on fieldwork Bill Ferris conducted at a church in Vicksburg, Miss. and at a church in New Haven, Conn. Footage includes a full immersion baptism, congregation members and preachers at both churches discussing their call to the faith, and scenes from worship services at both churches. The film contrasts the two approaches to worship at each church.
Who directed Two Black Churches?
Two Black Churches was directed by Bill Ferris.
How long is Two Black Churches?
Two Black Churches has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).