Asked by Dontazsha Brown on Jun 19, 2024

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Who enjoyed access to the pulpit of the African Methodist Episcopal Church for a time,until the death of her patron,Richard Allen,brought an end to church leaders' willingness to allow women to preach?

A) Jarena Lee
B) Sojourner Truth
C) Maria W.Stewart
D) Frances Dana Gage

African Methodist Episcopal Church

A predominantly African American Methodist denomination founded in the early 19th century in the United States, emphasizing freedom from discrimination.

Patron

An individual or organization that provides support, financial or otherwise, to artists, causes, or institutions.

Jarena Lee

An African American woman who is recognized as the first female preacher in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, breaking barriers in the early 19th century.

  • Recognize the role and challenges of African American religious and community leaders in advocating for equality and education.
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Chutamas ThepmaleeJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Jarena Lee was a pioneering African American woman preacher associated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. After the death of Richard Allen, who had been supportive of her preaching, the church's leadership became less willing to allow women to preach, affecting her ability to continue her ministry in that capacity.