Absalom Jones: America's First Black Priest

by Mark Francisco Bozzuti-Jones

The story of a former slave and America's first Black Episcopal priest is an inspiring model for living a full life of service and love.

This book, appropriate for children but engaging enough for adults, begins by describing the reality of slavery during Jones's life. Absalom Jones purchased his wife's freedom before his own and dedicated himself to living the Christian faith. Through the difficulties and challenges of his time, he...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1640654720
• ISBN13: 9781640654723
• Release Date: November 2021
• Publisher: Morehouse Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7