RECOMMENDED READS are designed to enrich the lives of people and communities alike.

"Education serves a twofold purpose in society. On one hand, it should discipline the mind for sustained and thoughtful reflection. On the other, it should integrate human life around central, guiding ideals. It is a tragedy that the latter is often neglected in our educational system." — Martin Luther King Jr.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it" thus "Education is the key that unlocks the golden door to freedom." — George Santayana & George Washington Carver

As you engage with these readings, you’ll encounter a particular focus on Black and African American Spirituality and History. While the global Christian tradition is vast and diverse, we pause here to honor the often-overlooked contributions of Black and African American leaders who have long embodied God’s justice and righteousness.

We invite you to receive the profound wisdom they offer, a wisdom that has withstood generations of struggle and resilience. While many of us have been shaped by teachings rooted in Eurocentric traditions, this moment serves as an opportunity to elevate these vital insights...timeless and urgently relevant.

May these resources inspire you to rediscover the fullness of your own spiritual journey as we walk together in Jesus’ way of justice, mercy, and love.