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Shall We Gather Film Screening
2026-09-09 17:30:00 2026-09-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Shall We Gather Film Screening What happens when members of two historic rural churches - one traditionally Black and the other traditionally White - gather for dinner and real conversation? Leonardtown Library - Meeting Rooms 1&2

Wednesday, September 09
5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Meeting Rooms 1&2

What happens when members of two historic rural churches - one traditionally Black and the other traditionally White - gather for dinner and real conversation?

During the winter and spring of 2025, members of two historic Southern Maryland communities – one traditionally Black, the other traditionally White – came together for the first time to share stories, seek mutual understanding, extend the hand of reconciliation and friendship, and express their hopes for the future.

“Shall We Gather,” a professional video about these gatherings shot in Valley Lee, Maryland, includes historical documentary, storytelling, and musical arts elements. Directed by Emmy-nominated Naeem Cobb of Forever Media, it tells the story of Bethesda United Methodist and St. George’s Episcopal, two historic churches in Valley Lee, and how their stories echo throughout society in Southern Maryland and our nation today. Eliza Garth is the Executive Producer.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Culture |

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Shall We Gather Film Screening
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Meeting Rooms 1&2
What happens when members of two historic rural churches - one traditionally Black and the other traditionally White - gather for dinner and real conversation?
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