Passionate for Justice: Ida B. Wells as Prophet for Our Time
Catherine Meeks, Nibs Stroupe, Stacey Abrams
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--From the foreword by Stacey Abrams, 2018 Democratic Nominee for Governor of Georgia
"Meeks and Stroupe present a cogent, persuasive blueprint for achieving racial justice and equality in America."
--Publishers Weekly
Ida B. Wells was a powerful churchwoman and witness for justice and equity from 1878 to 1931. Born enslaved, her witness flowed through the struggles for justice in her lifetime, especially in the intersections of African Americans, women, and those who were poor. Her life is a profound witness for faith-based work of visionary power, resistance, and resilience for today's world, when the forces of injustice stand in opposition to progress.
These are exciting and dangerous times. Boundaries that previously seemed impenetrable are now being crossed. This book is a guide for the current state of affairs in American culture, enlivened by the historical perspective of Wells' search for justice.
The authors are an African-American woman and a child of white supremacy. Both have dedicated themselves to working, writing, and developing ministries oriented toward justice, equity, and mercy. This book can be used in all settings, but most especially in churches (pastors and other church leaders, study groups), seminaries, and universities.
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