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Questions
1. What is your personal experience with the Black church?
2. Describe any memories, personal interactions, and/or recall media/film representations of the Black church.
3. Describe any misrepresentations or stereotypes you have experienced and or witnessed when it comes to the portrayal of Black churches or Black spiritual practices. How do the readings this week challenge some of these misrepresentations?
4. According to this week's readings, what are some of the historical origins of Black folks' relationship with religion and spirituality? Name and describe 3 specific examples.
5. Describe the particular tensions that arise at the crossroads between the Black community, church, religion, and systemic racism.
6. Describe how the church served as an organizing force and place of resistance for Black people.
7. Elaborate on any new learnings or ideas that stood out to you.
8. How is what you are reading different from what you already know? Why might this difference exist?