Jessica Kantrowitz is a writer and theologian living in Boston, Massachusetts. If you follow her on Twitter (@jfkantrowitz), you'll recognize her regular tweet:
You are not alone, and this will not last forever.
She has published three books, 'The Long Night: Readings and Stories to Help You through Depression', '365 Days of Peace: Benedictions to End Your Day in Gentleness and Hope', and 'Blessings for the Long Night: Poems and Meditations to Help You through Depression.'
She has also been published at Sojourners, Think Christian, The Good Men Project, Our Bible App, and Together Rising, where you'll find articles from her on theology, culture, social justice, and chronic illness.
Jessica has a BA in World Religions and an MDiv in Christianity, and has traveled to Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, and Europe to study Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Her experience includes campus ministry and interfaith outreach. She has also worked as a nanny, which she describes as "Almost every day I get to go outside, create, observe the world around me through new eyes, laugh, play, and give and receive so much love."
We invite you to set aside time the morning of Tuesday, December 7th, to hear what Jessica has to share with us for these days of crisis and change. Her voice speaks grace into those living with weariness and anxiety. She offers gentle, welcoming community spaces for those who have been actively excluded, or who feel left out.
Jessica's talk will include some time for question and response. We pray it will be a gift to those who have been leading the church through a challenging season!