The events of September 11, 2001 marked a profound and sad moment in American history, influencing almost every aspect of society in the short term. The immediate aftermath saw a noticeable increase in religious observance, but the long-term impact on churches and religious communities was less pronounced.
Where Were You During the Attacks?
I was walking to my Tuesday banking class on the University of South Carolina campus. As I entered the Darla Moore School of Business, I could tell a major event was occurring. People were crowded around televisions. The silence was eerie. I went to class.
I’ll never forget the words from our professor that morning in a half-full classroom: “Something is obviously happening in New York City, but we must stay focused on our assignments.”
About halfway through the 9:00 a.m. class, someone walked briskly into the class and whispered a few words to our professor.
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