The African-American Jewish Mission toured part of the Civil Rights Trail by crossing the Edmond Pettus Bridge, visiting the Lowndes County Interpretive Center, and Dexter Avenue Baptist Church. Everyone was moved and inspired by crossing the bridge.The group also had the opportunity to hear presentations by staff at the Southern Poverty Law Center and the Equal Justice Initiative. A few participants were particularly impressed by the SPLC's intelligence arm. Though I wasn't present, I understand from a few people that the group reacted to some of the issues that represent modern-day injustices. They ended the evening with a meal at the Fish Market Restaurant in Birmingham.
Rabbi Steve and Pastor Keni's prepared us for this historic journey over the bridge.
