The Methodist Episcopal Church South was an outgrowth of Methodism, but some African-Americans that were converted to Christianity by slave masters desired to have and control their own church. This desire led these formerly enslaved people to form The Colored Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church. It was later renamed the Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church in 1956. The Atlanta-Rome District consists of 34 churches in Atlanta and surrounding areas, all within Georgia the Sixth Episcopal District. The Collection includes programs from worship services, funerals, events and church anniversaries; church histories; minutes from national and district annual conferences; and photographs. The photographs in this collection depict members of the congregation and various church groups at events and at home. The one recording in this collection is an interview with L. W. Jay, who discusses his history with the Atlanta-Rome District, along with various events and people he has worked with. At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu. 
Jun 5, 2019

Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection

The Methodist Episcopal Church South was an outgrowth of Methodism, but some African-Americans that were converted to Christianity by slave masters desired to have and control their own church. This desire led these formerly enslaved people to form The Colored Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church. It was later renamed the Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church in 1956. The Atlanta-Rome District consists of 34 churches in Atlanta and surrounding areas, all within Georgia the Sixth Episcopal District. The Collection includes programs from worship services, funerals, events and church anniversaries; church histories; minutes from national and district annual conferences; and photographs. The photographs in this collection depict members of the congregation and various church groups at events and at home. The one recording in this collection is an interview with L. W. Jay, who discusses his history with the Atlanta-Rome District, along with various events and people he has worked with.

At the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library we are always striving to improve our digital collections. We welcome additional information about people, places, or events depicted in any of the works in this collection. To submit information, please contact us at DSD@auctr.edu. 
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A Family Standing in Front of Cars, September 4, 1967
1967-09-04
An unidentified, well-dressed family stand in front of two cars. Written on verso: 9-4-67.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified, well-dressed family stand in front of two cars. Written on verso: 9-4-67.
Collie Puppy, circa 1969
1965/1975
An article about a collie puppy, the son of acclaimed television star Lassie.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An article about a collie puppy, the son of acclaimed television star Lassie.
Two Boys Sitting in an Arm Chair, circa 1969
1965/1975
Two unidentified boys sitting in a floral print arm chair.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Two unidentified boys sitting in a floral print arm chair.
Man Behind Podium, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified man stands behind a podium and talks to an audience seated at a buffet.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified man stands behind a podium and talks to an audience seated at a buffet.
Man in Front of an Anniversary Sign, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified man wearing a brown suit stands in front of a white sign reading "Welcome To Our 64th Anniversary."
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified man wearing a brown suit stands in front of a white sign reading "Welcome To Our 64th Anniversary."
Woman Pouring Water, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified woman uses a pitcher to pour water into several glasses.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified woman uses a pitcher to pour water into several glasses.
Woman Cooking, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified woman stands behind a walk-up window cuts into a pan with a knife.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified woman stands behind a walk-up window cuts into a pan with a knife.
Woman with a Baby, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified woman kneels beside a bed with her arms around a smiling baby laying on the bed.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified woman kneels beside a bed with her arms around a smiling baby laying on the bed.
Man in Tie and White Button at Table, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified man in a white dress shirt and bow tie sits at a table with others.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified man in a white dress shirt and bow tie sits at a table with others.
Amity Cultural Club, April 6, 1969
1965/1975
An article about the Amity Cultural Club hosting a breakfast theatre.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An article about the Amity Cultural Club hosting a breakfast theatre.
Baby on a Bed, circa 1969
1965/1975
An unidentified baby sits on a bed and drinks from a bottle.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified baby sits on a bed and drinks from a bottle.
Gloria, circa 1969
1965/1974
A graduation portrait of a young woman. Written on verso: "To Rev & Mrs. Shorts: Thanks for being so very nice and I'm glad you are my mom & dad-Gloria".
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
A graduation portrait of a young woman. Written on verso: "To Rev & Mrs. Shorts: Thanks for being so very nice and I'm glad you are my mom & dad-Gloria".
Unidentified Woman Wearing a Hat, circa 1968
1963/1973
An unidentified woman stands in front of a brick house.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified woman stands in front of a brick house.
Mrs. Helen C. Shorts, circa 1968
1963/1973
Mrs. Helen C. Shorts stands outside of a brick house. Written on verso: Mrs. Helen C. Shorts.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Mrs. Helen C. Shorts stands outside of a brick house. Written on verso: Mrs. Helen C. Shorts.
Unidentified Woman on House Steps, circa 1968
1963/1973
An unidentified woman stands in front of a brick house.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
An unidentified woman stands in front of a brick house.
Mrs. Helen C. Shorts, circa 1968
1963/1973
Mrs. Helen C. Shorts standing in front of a brick house. Written on verso: Mrs. Helen C. Shorts at Mrs. E.S. Davis' home Madrona N.W. Atlanta, Georgia.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Mrs. Helen C. Shorts standing in front of a brick house. Written on verso: Mrs. Helen C. Shorts at Mrs. E.S. Davis' home Madrona N.W. Atlanta, Georgia.
Unidentified Group of Women on a Sofa, circa 1966
1962/1972
Three unidentified women sit together on a sofa.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Three unidentified women sit together on a sofa.
Portrait of a Woman, August 25, 1967
1962/1972
Portrait of a woman. Written on verso: 8-25-67 [Love you sis Addie (Gud)].
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Portrait of a woman. Written on verso: 8-25-67 [Love you sis Addie (Gud)].
Group of People, circa 1966
1962/1970
A well dressed group stands in a living room.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church, Portraits and people
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
A well dressed group stands in a living room.
Women Stand in Front of a Door, circa 1966
1962/1970
Two unidentified women stand in front of a door. One woman has curlers in her hair.
African Americans--Religion, African American churches, African Methodist Episcopal Church
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Atlanta-Rome District CME Church Collection
Two unidentified women stand in front of a door. One woman has curlers in her hair.