Lemuel Haynes was a patriotic American who rose from humble beginnings as an indentured servant. During those years, he had the rare opportunity to attend school, which shaped his future; he not only learned to read and write but also gained recognition for his talent in delivering sermons.
When his indenture ended, Lemuel enlisted as a Minuteman in the American War for Independence. He played a role in the siege of Boston and the expedition against Fort Ticonderoga.
After the war, in 1785, Lemuel was ordained as a minister. Throughout his decades of ministry, he led both all-white congregations and mixed congregations where black and white Americans worshiped together. |
