Since 2006, ABC Reads has been bringing American Baptists together through the power of a book. Sponsored by Judson Press, ABC Reads highlights a book annually that's appropriate for reading and discussion in small group settings, as well as individually. The book provides an opportunity for learning, sharing and growing in knowledge and faith in Sunday school classes and Bible studies, as well as men's, women's and youth groups.

See the complete list of past ABC Reads titles.

ABC Reads 2011-2012

Our 2011-2012 ABC Reads selection is the bilingual (flip-style) book
Listen to the Children: Conversations with Immigrant Families/
Escuchemos a los niños: Conversaciones con familias inmigrantes by Elizabeth Conde-Frazier.

This unique resource brings to life the human realities of this complex issue as it invites the reader to eavesdrop on conversations between immigrant parents, their children, and their caregivers. Both warm and practical, Listen to the Children offers unique insight into the emotions, perceptions, and realities of immigrant families and suggests ways to minister to those in the shadows.

“Dr. Frazier speaks to the issue of immigration brilliantly through the eyes of children. Her insight into their lives helps to frame the most critical issue of our time. The immigrant children that Elizabeth writes about will determine our future as a nation. This book is must reading for every American who cares about the future of our nation.” —Rev. Stan Perea, Executive Director, Asociacion para la Educacion Teologica Hispana (Hispanic Theological Education Association)

"With the insight of a counselor and the sensitivity of a mother, the author covers a wide range of topics...it's for all who care about the sojourners and aliens (cf. Leviticus 19:33-34) among us." —Randy Frame, inMinistry, Spring 2011

RELATED RESOURCES:

• FREE Study Guide to aid your congregation, small group, reading group, and/or Sunday school classes
• Ministers Council presentation on the topic of immigration with Dr. Elizabeth Conde-Frazier
• "THE STRANGER AMONG US: Following Jesus and Welcoming Immigrants" by Aundreia Alexander, national coordinator, Office of Immigration and Refugee Services, American Baptist Home Mission Societies (from The Christian Citizen, Vol. 2, 2011)
• EL EXTRANJERO ENTRE NOSOTROS: Siguiendo a Jesús y dando la bienvenida a personas inmigrantes
• ABC Reads Facebook page

BOOK DISCUSSION with the author! Join us on February 2 for a virtual dialogue with author, pastor, academic, and immigration advocate Elizabeth Conde-Frazier. Register here.

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