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Book Studies

One Blood by John Perkins

Discussion Leader: Parris Payden
Dates: Sep 23, 30; Oct 7, 14, 21
Time: 8:00pm

Book Description

“One Blood looks at everything from lament and forgiveness to racial tensions and mutual fear. You’ll learn why “racial reconciliation” isn’t the goal. And Most importantly, you’ll learn how to walk forward on the path toward oneness in Christ”

Who is this for:

Anyone who wants to learn more about racial reconciliation and how the church can lead in the process.

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The Color of Compromise by Jemar Tisby

Discussion Leader: Joe Byler
Dates: Sep 16, 23, 30; Oct 14, 21
Time: 8:00pm

Book Description

“In The Color of Compromise, Jemar Tisby takes readers back to the roots of sustained racism and injustice in the American Church. Filled with powerful stories and examples of American Christianity’s racial past, Tisby’s historical narrative highlights the obvious ways people of faith have actively worked against racial justice, as well as the complicit silence of racial moderates. Identifying the cultural and institutional tables that must be flipped to bring about progress, Tisby provides an in-depth diagnosis for a racially divided American church and suggests ways to foster a more equitable and inclusive environment among God’s people.”

Who is this for:

Anyone who wants to learn more about the church’s involvement in racial division and what steps can be taken by the church to foster a more inclusive future.

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Generous Justice by Timothy Keller

Discussion Leader: Chris McConaughy
Dates: Sep 16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14
Time: 8:00pm

Book Description

“It is commonly thought in secular society that the Bible is one of the greatest hindrances to doing justice. Isn’t it full of regressive views? Didn’t it condone slavery? Why look to the Bible for guidance on how to have a more just society? But Timothy Keller sees it another way. In Generous Justice, Keller explores a life of justice empowered by an experience of grace: a generous, gracious justice.”

Who is this for:

For anyone who seeks to understand what Biblical justice is and how to go about it.

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United by Trillia Newbell

Discussion Leader: David El-Khouri
Dates: Sept 16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14
Time: 8:00pm

Book Description

“Civil rights leaders of fifty years ago fought hard to overturn the “separate but equal” Jim Crow laws. America has come a long way since the 60’s. Our public facilities, parks, pools, and educational facilities – once segregated – are now filled with a variety of ethnic groups enjoying the benefits of togetherness. Yet, our churches remain separate but equal. In a time of great progress, why does the church remain relatively unmoved?”

Who is this for:

Anyone who wants to learn more about a theology of race and diversity and ultimately God’s design for diversity.

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Compassion & Conviction by Justin Giboney

Discussion Leader: Amy Gingerich
Dates: Sept 30; Oct 7, 14, 21
Time: 8:00pm

Book Description

“Too often, political questions are framed in impossible ways for the faithful Christian: we’re forced to choose between social justice and biblical values, between supporting women and opposing abortion. As a result, it’s easy for Christians to grow disillusioned with civic engagement or fall back into tribal extremes. This state of affairs has damaged Christian public witness and divided the church. The authors of this book represent the AND Campaign, which exists to educate and organize Christians for faithful civic and cultural engagement. They insist that not only are we called to love our neighbors through the political process but also that doing so requires us to transcend the binary way the debates are usually framed.”

Who is this for:

Anyone who wants to learn about a biblical case for political engagement as well as how to navigate the complex world of politics with integrity.

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