Joy and Payne (2020)

In 2020, Joy Lancaster is a single, mid-forties executive news reporter living in Atlanta. While mourning the recent loss of her beloved grandmother and caring for her medically fragile mother, in comes the COVID-19 pandemic, along with a fervent resurgence of the Black Lives Matter Movement, which both tremendously impact her life on personal and professional levels. As added stress, the unexpected reappearance of her notorious ex-fiancé complicates her life even more and causes her...
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In 2020, Joy Lancaster is a single, mid-forties executive news reporter living in Atlanta. While mourning the recent loss of her beloved grandmother and caring for her medically fragile mother, in comes the COVID-19 pandemic, along with a fervent resurgence of the Black Lives Matter Movement, which both tremendously impact her life on personal and professional levels. As added stress, the unexpected reappearance of her notorious ex-fiancé complicates her life even more and causes her to cling to her Christian faith relentlessly.Amid chaos, calamity and confusion, Joy meets Payne. Payne Montgomery is the Director of the Center for Equity and Social Justice, as well as a pioneer for the grassroots Black Lives Matter reformation efforts. During the tense and tumultuous summer, Joy and Payne's friendship flourishes into a budding romance. When Payne makes a necessary, indefinite departure, Joy wonders if their new relationship can survive the challenges of time and distance. From persistent prayers to family encouragement and friendly support, Joy and Payne find that through faith, hope and love, all things are possible.