Washington, D.C. As in Moses' time, members of the St. Martins Spiritual Church remove their shoes during the annual "flower bowl demonstration" because during this service they walk on holy ground after 1942

"Washington, D.C. As in Moses’ time, members of the St. Martins Spiritual Church remove their shoes during the annual “flower bowl demonstration” because during this service they walk on holy ground," is a photograph by Gordon Parks, taken after 1942. It depicts members of the St. Martins Spiritual Church in Washington, D.C. during their annual "flower bowl demonstration," a service where they walk on holy ground, barefoot. Parks' photograph captures the solemnity and reverence of the service, showcasing the diverse styles of the women in the church. It is a powerful image that speaks to the importance of faith and tradition in African American culture. This photograph is an important example of Parks' work as a photojournalist, capturing the lives and experiences of Black Americans.