EMILY HAMER
On a quiet Sunday morning in August, members of a small majority-black church on the Far East Side welcomed white strangers into their worship service with wide smiles and warm hugs.
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Maria Small, center, and Minister Tonya Maymond greet each other during a church service at Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church in August.
EMILY HAMER, STATE JOURNAL
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As of Friday, Lake Edge United Church of Christ, above, will also be the home of Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church, which is moving from its former location on the Far East Side about 4 miles away.
EMILY HAMER, STATE JOURNAL
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Robin and Chad Heimerl introduce their 4-month-old daughter, Brooklyn, to the Lake Edge United Church of Christ congregation after Brooklyn's baptism last month.
EMILY HAMER, STATE JOURNAL
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The Rev. Everett Mitchell, pastor of Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church, delivers a sermon at the church's former home.
EMILY HAMER, STATE JOURNAL
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Sister Mary Williams greets members of her congregation at Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church in the church's recently sold building on the Far East Side in August.
EMILY HAMER, STATE JOURNAL
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