Abstract
Spirituality and community outreach are at the heart of Black congregational life. The journey inward and the journey outward are not dichotomous or differentiated realities. They are symbiotic parts of the same whole. Our ITC/FaithFactor Project 2000 study found the Black Experience is one that fosters a deeper spirituality and a comprehensive hope concerning God’s future. At the same time, the pastors interviewed in our study reported overwhelming support for community activities, social involvement, and political advocacy.