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About

Come Sunday is a 2018 TV show in the Faith & Spirituality Movies genre. It is based on the true story of Bishop Carlton Pearson, a renowned evangelical minister who eventually questions his own beliefs and starts preaching the concept of universal salvation. The show delves into the challenges he faces, both personally and professionally, as he becomes ostracized by many in his community for his controversial teachings.

The plot follows Bishop Pearson as he begins to have doubts about the traditional Christian doctrine of hell and damnation. He starts advocating for the idea that there is no eternal punishment and that everyone will ultimately be saved by God's grace. This belief puts him at odds with his congregation, colleagues, and even his own family, leading to a series of impactful events that test his faith and resilience.

Making / Production

Come Sunday was directed by Joshua Marston and written by Marcus Hinchey. The film is based on a This American Life episode called "Heretics," which featured Carlton Pearson's story. The screenplay was adapted from the episode by Marcus Hinchey.

The production of the TV show aimed to portray Bishop Pearson's journey with authenticity and honesty. The filmmakers worked closely with Carlton Pearson himself, ensuring that the story accurately reflected his experiences and struggles. The show was shot on location in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where Pearson's ministry was based.

Actors

• Chiwetel Ejiofor as Bishop Carlton Pearson - Ejiofor delivers a powerful performance, portraying Pearson's internal conflict and his courage to challenge the status quo.
• Martin Sheen as Oral Roberts - Sheen portrays the influential evangelist Oral Roberts, who was Pearson's mentor and ultimately turns against him.
• Danny Glover as Gilbert Pearson - Glover plays Bishop Pearson's uncle, who struggles with accepting his nephew's theological shift.
• Condola Rashad as Gina Pearson - Rashad depicts Bishop Pearson's wife, who stands by him but also faces her own doubts and struggles in their unconventional journey.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Carlton Pearson himself served as a consultant on the TV show, offering insights and guidance to the actors and production team.
• The script of Come Sunday was adapted from a This American Life episode featuring Carlton Pearson, which aired in 2005.
• Bishop Carlton Pearson's controversial teachings led to his expulsion from the Joint College of African-American Pentecostal Bishops and his church losing its affiliation with the Higher Ground Always Abounding Assembly.

Awards

No notable awards have been won by Come Sunday.

Quotes

• "I can't believe in a God who condemns most of humanity to an eternity of suffering." - Bishop Carlton Pearson
• "The gospel of inclusion isn't just the right thing, it's the real thing." - Bishop Carlton Pearson

Music

The TV show features a score composed by Tamar-kali, which perfectly captures the emotional turmoil and spiritual transformation experienced by Bishop Carlton Pearson.

Soundtrack

• "Come Sunday" - Performed by Le'Andria Johnson
• "My Faith Looks Up to Thee" - Traditional hymn
• "Amazing Grace" - Traditional hymn