Abyssinian Baptist Church

While the reception was on Long Island (where Stephen is from) it was important to me that we also incorporate my background in our day too. The Abyssinian Baptist Church was the perfect place. Not only am I a member of the church but it is also a historical staple in Harlem. Harlem holds much history for my family and Abyssinian holds much history for African Americans in the world. For almost one full year Stephen and I had premarital counseling sessions with Reverend Violet Dease, the assistant pastor and our ceremony officiant. Our church also provided us with a coordinator, security, organist, and soloist. I couldn’t have asked for a better ceremony location.