Greenwood CME Church has continued enhancing voter participation in Memphis throughout early voting, and now by providing a supportive environment on Election Day.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — As one of Memphis’ oldest and largest Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) churches, Greenwood CME Church has been a driving force for Shelby County voters, fostering engagement and mobilization.
Greenwood CME has long been a pillar of hope within the community, working to inspire and mobilize voters in Memphis for decades. Recently, they provided rides to senior citizens during early voting.
Pastor Walter Brown, Jr., Bishop Marvin Thomas and other CME members shared their preparations for the important day ahead.
“We have been reaching out to our congregations, sending out communications, and encouraging collective prayer for the election every Sunday,” said Bishop Thomas, the presiding bishop of the Second Episcopal District of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
Pastor Brown and his team are preparing for …