Organized by auxiliary groups such as the United States Mother's Club, the Deaconess Board and the Queen of Sheba Circle, Shiloh's International Tea speaks to the contributions and influence of women in Baptist congregations. Not only were tea socials common fundraising events organized by female congregants, but the International Tea was similar in character to traditional Baptist "Women's Day" programs - an annual event where women took on all leadership positions within the church. These church programs offered an accepted outlet for the social and political activism of women, and a means to redefine their gender roles within both the church and their community. | Source: Shiloh Baptist ChurchDownload Original File
