Are you ready to reclaim discipleship rooted in the liberating gospel of Jesus? 

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Formed to Be Free: Discipleship, Dignity, and the Black Church

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Formed to Be Free is a brand-new online course led by The New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Jemar Tisby, and designed for pastors and ministry leaders ready for discipleship practices that start with soul transformation and lead to social change. 

Practice a Fresh Discipleship.

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Is This Course for You?

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You’re a Black Pastor or Clergy Leader…

...tired of the status quo and ready to reclaim discipleship rooted in liberation, resistance, and joy.

You Lead in a Parachurch Ministry or Faith-Based Nonprofit…

...and need spiritually and culturally relevant tools to disciple, teach, and lead Black communities with dignity and depth.

You’re a White or Non-Black Pastor…

...eager to increase your understanding of Black Christian Americans’ lived experience in the United States and Black Church history.

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  • $99: October 17 through October 31, learners can take Formed to Be Free for $99 (that's over 20% off). Don't wait!
  • $125: On November 1, the course will increase to its full price.
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You'll Learn To...

Identify & Challenge

Identify and challenge harmful ideologies, including racism, white supremacy, and white Christian nationalism.

Describe

Describe historical forces that have shaped Black faith, identity, and the current discipleship landscape.

Develop

Develop a holistic understanding of Christian discipleship rooted in Black church traditions and the image of God in Black lives.

Apply & Teach

Apply and teach spiritual practices that emerge from the Black church experience, such as communal storytelling, protest as prayer, and justice-centered formation.

 

Meet the Instructor V2

"At the core I'm a storyteller..."

  • Jemar Tisby is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the Church's Complicity in Racism.
  • His other books include How to Fight Racism, How to Fight Racism: Young Reader's Edition, The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance, and Stories of the Spirit of Justice.
  • Jemar’s writing has been featured in The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and The New York Times, among others.
  • He is a frequent commentator on outlets such as NPR and CNN's New Day program.
  • He speaks nationwide on the topics of racial justice, U.S. history, and Christianity.
  • Jemar earned his PhD in history, and he studies race, religion, and social movements in the 20th century.
  • You can follow his work through his newsletter, Footnotes, and on social media at @JemarTisby. 
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