Washington, D.C. Sitting beneath the emblem of the crucifixion of Jesus on Calvary. Two members of the St. Martin's Spiritual Church listen and pray. after 1942

"Washington, D.C. Sitting beneath the emblem of the crucifixion of Jesus on Calvary. Two members of the St. Martin's Spiritual Church listen and pray." is a black and white photograph by Gordon Parks, taken after 1942. The photograph captures two women seated in a church, their heads bowed in prayer. Above them, on a wall, sits a small shrine featuring a crucifix, a figure of Jesus, and a depiction of Calvary. The scene is simple and intimate, highlighting the powerful connection between faith and community, a common theme in Parks' work. This image is a powerful example of Parks' ability to capture the dignity and resilience of African American life during a time of segregation and racial injustice.