This audio recording features a worship service on May 26, 1996 in which Joseph E. Lowery speaks at St. Paul United Methodist Church in recognition of their 125th Anniversary. This recording features singing, musical performances, scripture readings, prayer, and a sermon. Beginning at 00:41:26, Lowery delivers a sermon about how the Black experience has taught America how to transform challenges into opportunities, how to show "authentic patriotism", and how to use the power of spirituality to persevere. This audio recording concludes with singing. St. Paul United Methodist Church is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Audio note: Low and inconsistent volume levels high background noise and high noise floor throughout recording playback.