The Bible in Black & White is a successful, collaborative Bible Study that began in 2022 and brings together people of diverse backgrounds for a month-long Bible study, conversation and community building. The study was begun by the Rev. Dr. Bill Lee, a Black retired pastor who spent 39 years as pastor of Loudon Avenue Christian Church before retiring in 2016, and the Rev. Dr. George Anderson, a White preacher who has served as Senior Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church since 1998. Since its beginning in 2022, the study has grown to include seven local sponsoring churches—four historically Black congregations and three historically White congregations.
Those who attend The Bible in Black & White are a unique community of people representing different races, churches, and communities. They gather to learn, but also gather to form relationships that promote healing within our community. Come join us.
The four-to-six-week study takes place every fall and spring in the Fellowship Hall of Second Presbyterian Church. All are welcome to attend.
FALL 2026
Letter from Birmingham Jail
Wednesdays in October | 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
This October, the Bible in Black & White community will consider Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” dated April 16, 1963. We will look at the historical context of the letter, its content, its biblical basis, and the impact it made on the nation during the tumultuous Civil Rights era. Together, we will ask what we modern readers need to gain from its reading to continue the pursuit of justice and understanding today.
Dates: October 7, 14, 21 & 28
Location: Second Presbyterian Church
Facilitators: Dr. Bill Lee, Dr. George C. Anderson, and ministers of other sponsoring churches.
SPRING 2027
Hooked by the Word
Wednesdays in April | 12:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
What scripture passage gets under your skin and refuses to let go?
In this session, various community pastors will share the specific biblical texts that have permanently hooked them. These leaders will reveal the passages that continue to deeply disrupt, shape, and inspire their thinking, praying, ministry, and daily behavior in the world.
Dates: April 7, 14, 21 & 28
Location: Second Presbyterian Church
Facilitators: Dr. Bill Lee, Dr. George C. Anderson, and ministers of other sponsoring churches.
If your church is interested in sponsoring this series, or if you would like to be added to The Bible in Black & White email list, contact Meredith Koliba.