Join LSTC as we celebrate the achievements of Black Americans throughout history, we are mindful of the troubling waters ahead. For African American in these United States, in the words of the Black Poet Langston Hughes, “Life aint been no crystal stair.” However, we can find hope in the African American hymnal; “We’ve Come This Far by Faith,” where the lyrics jubilantly declare “Don’t Be Discouraged With Troubles In Your Life. He’ll Bear Your Burdens. And Move All Discord And Strife.” Hence, as we prepare for these troubling times, the theme for this year’s celebration reflects the hope in our history: “This Far by Faith: Assessing the Past as we Move to the Future.”

Following worship, DA Book Joint Bookstore will be in the Grand Hallway with black books and black authors reading and signing their books. Also, during the Book fair, a “Taste of Soul” reception will be held in the Grand Hallway.

Da Book Joint Bookstore

Da Book Joint is a Black woman-owned bookstore established by Verlean Singletary on Chicago’s Southside in 2007. Inspired by her commitment to literary growth and positive engagement of the youth, Da Book Joint bookstore was created with the purpose of uniting lovers of literature with diverse bestselling and rising authors. Since its inception, Ms. Singletary has developed a thriving community of book lovers , who are now able to easily purchase books they love and come together with like-minded individuals through virtual and in-person literary events.

For questions related to this event, please contact Marvis Hardy, Marvis.hardy@lstc.edu