On the recordJanuary 1, 1903
Back of this more formal religion, the Church often stands as a real conserver of morals, a strengthener of family life, and the final authority on what is Good and Right.
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W.E.B. Du Bois
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In his exploration of the Black church, Du Bois identifies its fundamental role in upholding community values and moral standards.
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