Join Phoenix Fusion for a book study and discussion of The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander, led by Pastor Kristin Rice of All Saints Lutheran Church. This is a Phoenix Fusion offering, meant for all the ELCA congregations in Phoenix.
This study will be especially helpful for those who are:
· Wondering what we mean when we talk about “systemic” racism (i.e. why the problem is bigger than a few “bad apples”)
· Interested in history and context that informs the current protest movement
· Frustrated that we’re still talking about something that supposedly ended decades ago
· Interested in becoming allies to African Americans in their continued struggle
· Looking for concrete ways we can work towards a more just and equitable society for all people that reflects the reign of God
These discussions can be tough. Our aim in this course is to create a safe, shame-free space for listening, learning, and personal transformation, starting right where you are.
Thursdays 6:30 pm
Introduction: July 2
Study: July 9, 16, 23, and 30
Meeting virtually on Zoom
To ask questions or enroll, send an email to Pastor Kristin at krice@allsaintsphoenix.org.
To learn more about the book or find out where to order your copy, visit newjimcrow.com.
Note that physical copies of the book are sold out in many places, but ebook versions are available on many platforms. See newjimcrow.com for a list of sites for purchasing electronic copies.