"Resources made by and for people of color who are looking to grow in contemplative Christian practices are few and far between, but Made for PAX is an oasis in a spiritual desert. Their commitment to empowering and raising up voices as part of the global majority is a testament to their shalom-filled activism. The Made for PAX Bible Studies are thoughtful resources for folks who are passionate about fostering the flourishing of all."

-Jenai Auman, writer and author of Othered

"We long for integrity—in ourselves, in society, in the church. I love how the Made for PAX Bible Studies embody integrity in both what they present and how they present it. Addressing important topics often neglected by the church, these books call us to live out a holistic faith—and do so by engaging us holistically as readers. Here are pages filled with poems, prayers, visual art, embodied practices, and more, inviting us to join Jesus, step by step, breath by breath, in the work of cultivating integrity and shalom in ourselves and in the world."

-Michael Stalcup, poet

"The Made for PAX Bible Study series is a gift for anyone seeking contemplative scriptural learning. These well-structured studies offer engaging writing and thoughtfully chosen topics. The units on mental health and migration are particularly timely and important, addressing crucial contemporary issues. This is a valuable resource for those seeking deeper understanding, centering often decentered voices."

-Guesnerth Josué Perea, director of Black Lives and Contemplation and the Center for Spiritual Imagination

"The Made for PAX Bible Study series is both timely and evergreen. I'm so grateful for these studies that illuminate biblical values with depth, a diversity of voices, and a commitment to peacemaking and whole-person growth."

-Tasha Jun, author of Tell Me the Dream Again: Reflections on Family, Ethnicity, and the Sacred Work of Belonging

"Made for PAX continues to create some of the most innovative and thoughtful resources for followers of Jesus. In this powerful new work, Kristel Acevedo tackles two essential questions: what happened at the cross? And how does it impact our daily lives? With biblical depth and Christ-centered clarity, she weaves together timeless truth and practical insight, offering a fresh look at the beauty and power of the cross."

-J.W. Buck, author of Everyday Activism and In God's Good Image

"Liberated at the Cross provides a unique invitation into the person, practice, and power of peace. Kristel Acevedo lends us her own family's story to help illuminate the greater redemption story. This study will challenge and inspire you to think about the cross differently and to embrace your calling to be a peacemaker in a chaotic world."

-Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, Bible teacher, coach, and author