New & Noteworthy

Four March culture recommendations from our editors.
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A Returning Voice

Songwriter Audrey Assad, daughter of a Syrian refugee, releases her first album of original material in four years. Evergreen features songs about “rebirth, the rebuilding of trust, and the discovery of joy and love.” PledgeMusic

Respect for Refugees

Artist and activist Ai Weiwei brings the global refugee crisis to the big screen through his captivating documentary Human Flow. Filmed in 23 countries, the documentary features stories of desperation, courage, and resilience and speaks to our shared humanity. humanflow.com

A Refreshed Classic

Originally published in 1978, The Upside-Down Kingdom’s call to “embody the reign of God on earth as it is in heaven” still resonates with readers. This anniversary edition of Donald Kraybill’s book includes new interpretations, connections to current events, and discussion questions by D.L. and Krispin Mayfield. Herald Press

Faith Under Fire

In 1957, Melba Pattillo Beals helped integrate Central High School in Little Rock, Ark. Today, the bestselling author shares how faith and family emboldened her to confront racial injustice in I Will Not Fear: My Story of a Lifetime of Building Faith Under Fire. Revell

This appears in the March 2018 issue of Sojourners