Martyrdom and Persecution in Evangelical Christian Popular Culture

About our Service:

Dr. Ingersoll will explore examples from novels, film, and popular music videos to look at how martyrdom and persecution have become a key frame for social conflict.

About our Speaker:
Dr. Julie Ingersoll is Professor of Religious Studies, Religious Studies Program Coordinator at the University of North Florida. She is the author of three books: “Baptists and Methodists in America,” “Evangelical Christian Women: War Stories on the Gender Battles” and “Building God’s Kingdom: Inside the World of Christian Reconstruction.”

Accompanist: Gary Smart