The ghosts of slaves were present at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, American Episcopal Church bishop primate Most Rev. Michael Curry says adding that he felt their presence.
The bishop published what he experienced in his new book, "Love is the Way," and he spoke to People about what really happened during the royal wedding.
Markle and Harry invited Curry to deliver a 14-minute sermon on their special day in May 2018. It was televised and watched by 17 million viewers worldwide. Curry said following his words he felt the presence of "slaves."
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's wedding was held at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. Built between 1475 and 1511 the medieval gothic site is also the burial place of many British royals and their descendants.
Curry said he doesn't want to cause alarm or spook people. However, he felt that the slaves were "heard." The Queen of England was present. Curry saw this as a "sign of hope" and he was happy with the Queen's graciousness.
Before the wedding Curry said in an interview with Us Weekly he didn't know who Harry and Markle were. However, he could feel their genuine love when he saw the couple together.
Curry said he has had no further contact with couple but he continues to pray for their marriage. Curry supports Markle's initiative in encouraging Americans to vote in November.
He acknowledges Markle's efforts to lift women and people of color. Curry is a descendant of slaves and dreams America will "live up to the ideals" of human equality, sisterhood and brotherhood.
Curry's book touches on his wedding sermon. He provided a glimpse into the lives of impoverished people and minorities struggling every day. He also wrote about recognizing the LGBTQ community in his Episcopal Church, according to Today.
"Love is the Way" is about "unselfish love" which he said must be grounded in good deeds for the well-being of others. Curry said there was so much negativity and the "putting down" of people that it was hurting. This needs to end through love.
