The article "African American Baptist Women: Making A Way Out of No Way" by Pamela A. Smoot discusses the vital role African American Baptist women have played in their communities and churches from Reconstruction through the 20th century. These women served as missionaries, leaders, and civil rights workers, often facing immense challenges and creating innovative solutions to address them. The article highlights notable figures like Louise “Lulu” Fleming, Nannie H. Burroughs, and Maggie Lena Walker, who contributed to social reform, founded ministries, and advanced civil rights. Their efforts are celebrated as examples of overcoming adversity to fulfill both spiritual and humanitarian missions.
