Rev. Christopher K. Wesley

Deep Calls to Deep

History & Biography

“Blair-Lavallais tells the story of how our beloved Historically Black Theological Institutions (HBTIs) were established during one of the most divided times in this country's history. Through meticulous research, she offers not just the origin stories of resilience, fortitude, and determination, but a genealogy of each sacred seminary.... Required reading for anyone who wants to learn about this part of American history.”