Daniel Alexander Payne: The Venerable Preceptor of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

by Nelson T. Strobert

Overview

This detailed biography gives a portrait of the life of Daniel Alexander Payne, a free person of color in nineteenth century Charleston, South Carolina. This work highlights his life as educator, pastor, abolitionist, poet, historiographer, hymn writer, ecumenist, and bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Payne was a strong voice for the freedom of his enslaved brothers and sisters of color as well as a vociferous supporter of general and theological education. Upon his election as president of Wilberforce University in Ohio in 1863, Payne became the first African American to lead an institution of higher education in the United States. In addition to exploring his work within the United States, this biography highlights and includes sources from Payne’s travels, work, and reception in nineteenth century Europe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761858676
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	09/05/2012
Pages:	166
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Nelson T. Strobert is professor of Christian education in the Paulssen Hale Chair for Church and Society and director of multicultural studies at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg in Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Religious Education Association, the American Academy of Religion, and the Conference of International Black Lutherans.

Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgements Chapter I. The Formative Years: 1811 – 1837 Student and Teacher The Road to Gettysburg Gettysburg Seminary Departure Chapter II. The Transition Years: 1837 – 1856 The Lutheran Clergyman Encounter and Connection with the A.M.E. Church Education and Ministry Election to Bishop Chapter III. The Wilberforce Experience: 1856 – 1876 The Bishop’s Work Continues Welcome the Ransomed Prelude to Wilberforce Payne’s involvement with Wilberforce Wilberforce University and the A.M.E. Church Payne Abroad Return to the States Chapter IV. The Waning Years: 1877-1893 Changing Responsibilities and Influence A Second Voyage to Europe Farewell Chapter V. Daniel Alexander Payne: Recuperating His Legacy Assessment Connections Bibliography Index