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After 30 years, Rev. William Barber delivers final sermon at his NC church

On Sunday, Rev. William Barber delivered his final sermon in Goldsboro. Barber has been pastor at Greenleaf Christian Church for the past 30 years.
Posted 2023-06-18T11:38:57+00:00 - Updated 2023-06-20T02:29:59+00:00
Rev. Barber's final sermon at his NC church

On Sunday, Rev. William Barber delivered his final sermon in Goldsboro.

Barber has been pastor at Greenleaf Christian Church for the past 30 years.

He has gained recognition nationwide for his civil rights work, including as leader of the Poor People's Campaign.

Last week -- the community celebrated him with a concert and banquet.

The White House sent a special congratulatory video message.

Barber will be leaving the pulpit for the classroom, serving as the founding director at the Center of Public Theology and Public Policy at the Yale Divinity School.

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