08/04/2026
Crucial Conversations Series Presents: Hijacked Faith
We are living in a critical moment in our nation’s history.
With the midterm elections less than 100 days away, questions about faith, power, politics, and the future of our democracy demand our attention now—not later.
Join us on Saturday, August 22 at 9:00 a.m. for the next installment of our Crucial Conversations series: “Hijacked Faith: Power, Politics, and the Church.”
We will begin with a screening of the powerful documentary Bad Faith, which examines the rise of White Christian Nationalism in America and its impact on the Church, public life, and national identity.
Following the film, we will engage in a timely and urgent panel discussion featuring faith leaders, scholars, and nationally acclaimed political strategists, including:
-Dr. Michael Emerson, author of Religion of Whiteness
-Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, Civil Rights Activist and Sr. Pastor,
Friendship West Baptist
-Bishop Leah D. Daughtry – Organizer-Activist, Political Strategist, Author, and Co-Founder of Black Church PAC
-Ashley Etienne – American Political Advisor, Former Communications Director to VP Kamala Harris, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and special assistant to Pres. Obama.
-Dr. Cleve Tinsley, IV – Principal, Imaginior Equity Group
This is not a conversation we can afford to delay or dismiss. It is an opportunity to think critically, engage faithfully, and discern what it means to live out our values in this
moment.
Faith should guide our politics—not be manipulated by it.
We urge you to join us, invite others, and be part of this necessary conversation.
Saturday, August 22 at 9:00 a.m.
