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American Black Journal

The Black Church in Detroit’s response to death

Season 52 Episode 39

The Black church has always been a place people turn to for healing, comfort and funeral services to say final goodbyes. Host Stephen Henderson talks with three members of Detroit's religious community about the Black church's response to death and the responsibilities placed on faith leaders. The group also discusses the church's response to deaths that have been the result of violence.

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