The following declarations can be categorized as a constructive theology, which Serene Jones (2005) describes as moving theological discourse through simultaneous processes of deconstructing and re-envisioning based on the views of a particular group of people. The primary purpose of the following constructive theology is to examine, from several doctrinal perspectives, how oppressed Black people formulate a concept of wholeness that makes sense to them in their context, thereby revealing their unique story of redemption. As Serene Jones has put it, this concept comprises “the stuff of dreams, images, memories, emotions, and all the other things that compose our daily thoughts” (Jones, 2005). In light of Black Ancestors and their beleaguered progeny, the concept of wholeness often has its roots in grace, or having faith in a God who is big enough to bring them through any situation life might throw their way.


