EMPHIS, Tenn. — It calls itself "the blackest church in Memphis" and soon Abyssinian Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate its 20th anniversary.

Big events are planned beginning Friday, Nov. 14 with a black tie gala at 7 p.m.

On Saturday a Healthy Bodies wellness fair will be held at the church, at 3890 Millbranch Rd.

The anniversary weekend ends with the 20th anniversary worship service on Sunday at 10 a.m. • Abyssinian Missionary Baptist Church • Abyssinian Missionary Baptist Church • Abyssinian Missionary Baptist Church

Pastor Earl Fisher has been leading Abyssinian Baptist for the last 14 years and is proud of the social justice stance the church has taken in the community.

"I think it's been true to the spirit of Abyssinian for us to be a church that is actively engaged

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