" IT'S NEVER TOO LATE FOR JUSTICE"
A Moderated discussion of the film Just Mercy. In light of recent events, the Openings Program Committee has decided to feature the theme "EveryONE Together", when selecting future Progam topics. Since advancements in social justice require that we ALL work together to fight injustice. The June Program will focus on Racism.
Where: Via Zoom from the comfort of your OWN Home.
When: Tuesday, June 23
6:30 PM Program: Dr. Robin Dease, District Superintendent of the United Methodist Church in SC, will moderate a discussion of the film, JUST MERCY.
"Just Mercy" is a Bio-drama directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Based on the true story of civil rights defense attorney Bryan Stevenson (Michael B. Jordan) as he recounts his experiences and details the case of a condemned death row prisoner, Walter McMillian (Jamie Foxx), whom he fought to free, as he becomes embroiled in a labyrinth of legal and political maneuverings and overt and unabashed racism, with the odds and the system stacked against them.
**We ask that folks watch the film prior to June 23.**
The film can be streamed for $5.99 via Amazon Prime, Apple TV, or Google Play.
The DVD can also be rented through Redbox or Netflix DVD.
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About Robin Dease - Robin Dease is a graduate of Claflin University and holds a Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degree from Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, D.C. After serving churches in the Baltimore Washington conference as a student, Dease joined The United Methodist S.C. Conference in 1998 and was ordained an elder in 2001. She first served as pastor of churches in the Charleston and Greenville Districts and as a professor at Claflin University. Presently she serves as the District Superintendent of the Hartsville District.