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This Far by Faith: African-American Spiritual Journeys

Ranging across many faiths, places, and historical eras, this six-part series profiles religious leaders whose stories reveal how religion has shaped African American culture, identity, and history.

Premiere Date

June 24, 2003

Length

360 minutes

Funding Type

Co-Production

How has religion shaped African American culture, identity, and history? This Far by Faith celebrates the central role of religious groups in creating leaders, developing citizens, and forming communities. The six-part series tells the stories of extraordinary religious leaders who represent different faiths, places, and historical moments — from Islam to Christianity, Africa to Charleston, slavery times to the present day.