Building Bridges Through Books: Discussion Black Messiahs, by Steven A. Holmes

Join us in building community together.

Come be a part of something truly special: A monthly gathering to explore race, faith, identity, and community through books and readings selected by the group itself.

Facilitated by Joyce Sharrock-Cole (Ossining Village Historian) with Abbe Marcus (Executive Director, JTC Experiences), these gatherings begin with light refreshments and informal exchange, followed by an hour of focused discussion. By meeting monthly, the intent is to build understanding, relationships, and community over time.

Schedule: We meet at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity from 7 to 8:30 PM—usually on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Materials: Books are available for purchase (for a 10% discount off the cover price) at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity.

Cost: There is no fee to participate; we simply ask for your RSVP below for planning purposes.

About the Book

Black Messiahs follows two Black American soldiers and a young Jewish Holocaust survivor whose lives intersect during the liberation of Nazi concentration camps. Inspired by the extraordinary service of the 761st Tank Battalion, the novel examines courage, identity, sacrifice, and the complicated meaning of freedom.

Stop by the bookstore and pick up a copy for 10% off.