The Thrive team’s selection for our December anti-racism movie is The Hate U Give.   You may see the film in person in the sanctuary after worship on December 12.  Or you may watch it at home on your own schedule.  It is available for rent for $4 here https://youtu.be/NXy0H-EZR5s

Discussion of the movie will take place on Zoom and in-person, beginning about 2:15. A light lunch will be provided at socially-distanced tables in fellowship hall. Please let us know you’re coming for lunch by e-mailing Jim Wilkerson jimwilkerson65@gmail.com or calling Dorothy in the church office 518-465-5161 by December 8. 

 The Hate U Give is based on a best-selling novel by Angie Thomas.  It tells the story of Starr Carter, who lives in two worlds: the poor, black neighborhood where she resides and the mostly white prep school she attends. This uneasy balance is shattered when she witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood friend by a policeman. Facing pressures from all sides, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what’s right.

The film is rated PG-13 for strong language, drug material and some violent content.