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Zacchaeus Project at church in Greeneville, Tennessee explores political wisdom of Jesus
The small group from First Presbyterian Church seeks to cultivate belonging over othering amidst political and social conflict
Though there are nearly three dozen places in the United States named Greenville, there is only one spelled “Greeneville.” With a population of just over 15,000, the East Tennessee town is far smaller and less well-known than its counterparts in North Carolina and South Carolina. But locals will quickly tell you about its notable history as a nexus for education, political leadership, and human rights. Today, a small group of faithful Presbyterians — and a few others — are continuing this spirited legacy in their own unique way, with something they call “The Zacchaeus Group.”
