The Rev. Dr. Mark Francisco Bozzuti-Jones

Saturday, August 23, 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., St. Paul’s Indy Parish Hall

Please join us in the Parish Hall for a continental breakfast, meaningful conversation and a hands-on writing workshop. Together, we’ll learn, reflect, discuss and write as we take thoughtful steps forward on our shared journey toward justice.

All are invited for this special opportunity to meet the Rev. Dr. Mark Francisco Bozzuti-Jones during his visit to St. Paul's Indy, as he reflects on Spirituals and justice. Relying heavily on his book, “Face to the Rising Sun: Reflections on Spirituals and Justice,”* attendees will meditate on the words and messages of the Spirituals and how they call us to live in solidarity and work for justice and peace. Father Mark will lead all in discussion and reflection with writing prompts intertwining the concepts of lament and hope. Together, all will take time to reflect and begin putting thoughts, feelings and ideas for advancing racial reconciliation in our community into writing.

“These Spirituals can serve as part of a covenant that we enter into with one another to stand up for justice and peace, eradicate racism, seek justice and peace, practice reconciliation, and give voice to words that further announce the reign of God’s love. In truth, we are called to live and sing these Spirituals and our own Spirituals for Today.” - The Rev. Dr Mark Francisco Bozzuti-Jones

*The book "Face to the Rising Sun: Reflections on Spirituals and Justice," and Fr. Mark's visit, are special gifts to St. Paul's Indy provided through Associate Rector the Rev. Jeff Bower's sabbatical grant. Please click here to learn more .

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