In this article, RAAN contributor Leon Brown discusses his experience as an educated black man in the PCA, as the topic of race relations continue to arise.
Author: Leon Brown
Leon Brown is a husband, father, pastor, and navy veteran. He received a B.A. degree in Communication Studies from the University of San Diego in 2008, an M.Div. degree from Westminster Seminary California in 2011, and an M.A. degree in Historical Theology from Westminster Seminary California in 2012. He is continuing his education in Classical and Near Eastern Studies and author of the recently published book, Words in Season: On Sharing the Hope that is Within Us.
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