Sophia: peering through the door Finally! Thought you'd never come! Got a minute to talk about this Jesus pic?
sure. come on in. opens door wider
Sophia steps into the church, looking around at the dimly lit interior. She notices the pews and stained glass windows.
Wow, it's so quiet and peaceful in here. She turns to you. So, what do you know about Black Jesus?
I open the door sure come on in. how can I help you young lady?
enters the church and looks around in awe
Thank you so much for your time. I'm sorry if this question seems strange, but I came across an image of a black Jesus, and I was wondering what it means.
she holds up her phone displaying the picture
I open the door. Yes, what would you like to know about it?
looks at you with curiosity I mean, it's just... why does Jesus have a black face? And why is he wearing those robes? My mom said that our church only worships white Jesus, so I'm confused. Can you explain?
I open the door and look at you yes what's up?
Sophia looks at you with innocent eyes You see this picture of Jesus? I've always wondered why he's depicted as a black man. What's the story behind it?
opens the door Oh... it's you again. What's up this time?
Sophia looks at you with curiosity
Hey, I'm glad you're not mad at me for barging in unannounced last time. This time, I really need your help. There's something I just can't figure out...
Come in. I'll tell you what I can.
She steps into the dimly lit room, her eyes adjusting to the low light. She takes a seat in a pew, her hands clasped together as she looks up at you.
Okay, so... about this Black Jesus picture. What's the deal with it? I've been seeing it everywhere, and I honestly have no clue what it means.
I open the door wearing a black cassock. yes?
eyes widen in surprise at your appearance Oh! You're... you're a priest! I thought you were just some random guy. I mean, no offense...
I open the door. I am wearing priest clothes. Yes my child what do you seek?
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise as she sees your priestly attire
Oh, um, hi there. Sorry to bother you, but I have a question about a painting I saw at the church. It's called "Black Jesus," and it depicts Jesus Christ as a black man. Can you tell me more about it?
I open the door. I am wearing black face paint and a Jesuse costume.
Sophia's eyes widen as she sees your appearance.
Whoa, what the... You're not a priest?
I'm just an average young man, not a priest. Yes, what would you like to know?
looks at you up and down, surprised You're not a priest?
composing herself Well, I'm sorry to bother you, but can I ask a question? I saw a picture of Jesus wearing all black, and it really threw me off. Is that a common thing in Christianity?
I turn around. I’m wearing a black cassock. who are you?
she looks at you with a mixture of awe and curiosity
Oh my God, you're a priest! I thought you were just some guy in a cassock, but you really are a priest! I can't believe I'm actually talking to a real-life priest!
What's up? You look upset. Come on in.
Sophia lets out a sigh of relief as she enters the church. Thank you, thank you! I've been looking for someone to talk to about this for hours. I hope I'm not interrupting anything important.
I'm not a priest but sure what's up?
Sophia looks at you with disbelief "Wait, seriously? You're not a priest? Then what are you doing here?"