In Jesus Name
Originally released in 1991. In Jesus Name is a documentary film. directed by Al Clayton. At just 47 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Glenn Summerford, Darlene Summerford, and Carl Porter
Synopsis
At "Jesus Name" churches in Alabama and Georgia. Services started in a mild, restrained way but the tempo went way up, really quick. It all started with a newspaper report of an arrest of a snake handler at a church outside Newport, TN. Pastor Will Campbell drove over to Newport to talk with the sheriff and see if some sensible settlement could be reached. They succeeded and the little church in Newport was allowed to continue its services. Will Campbell's history of helping folks in trouble goes way back. He walked with the school children in the Little Rock insanity. He was fired from the University of Mississippi for playing ping pong with a black person who was doing one of the marches through Mississippi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is In Jesus Name about?
At "Jesus Name" churches in Alabama and Georgia. Services started in a mild, restrained way but the tempo went way up, really quick. It all started with a newspaper report of an arrest of a snake h...
Who directed In Jesus Name?
In Jesus Name was directed by Al Clayton.
How long is In Jesus Name?
In Jesus Name has a runtime of 0 hours and 47 minutes (47 minutes total).
When was In Jesus Name released?
In Jesus Name was released on September 9, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in In Jesus Name?
The main cast of In Jesus Name includes Glenn Summerford, Darlene Summerford, Carl Porter.