Molly McConnell - On faith

Interviewed by Maddy Van Husen on February 27, 2025

"I believe in seeking joy. I think joy is sacred. I think it probably has saved me thousands of times."

- Molly McConnell

Molly McConnell has been a part of various Christian faith communities in Chapel Hill. She grew up in North Carolina during the Civil Rights movement and her parents were involved in political and faith communities. She shares about her experiences in different churches in Chapel Hill and Durham, the hospitality at these different places, and significant people in these church communities. Molly shares about Faith on Franklin, an event that brought together churches in October 1998. Molly shares her personal reflections on faith and the importance of love, joy, and hospitality.

Tags: Chapel of the Cross, faith, mental health, St. Paul AME

Oral history interview of McConnell, Maddy conducted by Van Husen, Maddy on February 27, 2025 at Marian Cheek Jackson Center, Chapel Hill, NC. Processed by Van Husen, Maddy.

Citation: Marian Cheek Jackson Center, “Molly McConnell - On faith,” From the Rock Wall, accessed September 13, 2026, https://fromtherockwall.org/oral-histories/molly-mcconnell-on-faith.

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