The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) has an enduring legacy of using mercy work as a means by which to share the Gospel. This is true for the Synod’s work with and among African Americans as well.
The History of LCMS Mercy Work With African Americans, which was written by Rev. Dr. Roosevelt Gray, traces the remarkable history of Lutheran outreach through education, Christian schools, congregations, and Gospel-centered care.
From the first mission efforts in Arkansas and Louisiana to the transformative work of leaders like Rosa J. Young in Alabama, this resource highlights how acts of mercy opened doors for Lutheran witness, discipleship, and community development across generations.