Old Elam Baptist Church
Established 1819
206 years of continuous faith, community, and service. The spiritual foundation upon which the Fuller family legacy was built.
Years of Continuous Operation
Generations of Fuller Worship
Founded During Slavery Era
Lives Transformed
The Foundation of Faith
Old Elam Baptist Church stands as one of the oldest African American churches in Alabama, a living testament to faith that has endured through slavery, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, the Civil Rights Movement, and into the present day.
For the Fuller family, Old Elam is more than a church—it is the spiritual anchor that has grounded generations in purpose, community, and resilience. The research on religious participation and longevity shows that weekly attendance can add 7+ years to life expectancy. For the Fullers, this connection has been continuous for over two centuries.
"Old Elam isn't just where we worship—it's where we learned who we are. Every Sunday, we were reminded that we belong to something greater than ourselves."
A Timeline of Faith
Old Elam Baptist Church founded
Established during the era of slavery, becoming one of the oldest African American churches in Alabama.
Emancipation
Church continues as anchor institution for newly freed families, including the Fullers.
Generational Growth
Multiple Fuller generations serve in church leadership and ministry.
Civil Rights Era
Church serves as gathering place during the Montgomery Bus Boycott and civil rights movement.
Continued Legacy
Aunt Liz and other family members continue active ministry and service.
206 Years Strong
Old Elam continues as spiritual home for the Fuller family and Montgomery community.
Located in Montgomery, Alabama
Near Fuller Road, where the family has lived for generations.
