A 1950s Southern teen questions her faith and sexuality on the eve of her baptism when urged to repent her feelings for her best friend.
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Jordan Rayanna Wells
Grace
Alexis Cofield
Louise
C.L. Simpson
Big Mama
Mikayla LaShae Bartholomew
Sister
JeVon Blackwell
Minister
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Three and a half years of Jesus' ministry, as told in the Gospel of Luke.
