EMANUEL LOGAN WILLIAMS
"Black and White Piano Keys" is not only a tale of personal resilience, but also an examination of broader societal issues and the transformative potential of unity within diversity. As the author weaves the keys of his life's composition, he creates a resonant narrative that underscores the beauty of finding harmony in the contrasting elements of one's own existence. This memoir invites readers to reflect on the complexities of identity and the ever-present opportunity for unity, demonstrating that in life's symphony, even black and white keys, can create the most beautiful melodies.
This is a phenomenal story of a person of color and his courageous journey of unbelievable experiences, and how through an unyielding faith in Jesus Christ, he was able to navigate from the 1930’s to the present.
“This is phenomenal. I had no idea how impressive and interesting the reverend’s life has been.”
— Debbie Wright Sullivan
“You continue to shine the light of Christ!”
— Jan Stewart Tolbert
“A must read autobiography for anyone aspiring to live a Christ-centered life. Rev. Emanuel Williams and his transcendent 92 year-and-counting life story are a much needed beacon of light and timeless inspiration for us all! Five stars!”
— Chris D. Sarzen
About emanuel
Author, musician, clergy, spouse, patriarch, U.S. Army officer, world traveler, free fall parachute jumper …
From K-6th grades he was the only student of color in his school.
Upon graduating from high school in 1949, he enrolled in the University of California at Berkeley. Throughout this period of his life, he became a classical pianist.
He never missed completing and turning in a homework assignment.
He served in the military from 1954-1981 and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Upon his retirement from the military, he sensed a call to the ministry and earned a Master of Divinity degree from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in 1984.
At the age of 92, Emanuel presently serves as a volunteer chaplain, is a visitation pastor and teaches two Life Groups in-person and virtually.
