When Gowan Pamphlet was ordained in 1772, he became the only ordained black preacher of any denomination in the colonies. Inspired by the Great Awakening, Pamphlet preached a message of equality before God during the Revolution. He followed his calling to build Williamsburg’s First Baptist Church, which continues to this day. Please join Senior Pasto Gowan Pamphlet in 1800 as he discusses his growing congregation HERE.