Saints of Resistance
Keshia Golden
Living Saint of ResistanceAwaiting Celebration
Keshia Golden
Public record
In August 2026, the Cook County Public Defender announced that Keshia Golden accepted a plea to involuntary manslaughter with probation. Her defense framed the case as one involving a criminalized survivor and described the choice as a way to remain with her daughter.
Why we honor her
The church honors Keshia as a Living Saint of Resistance, awaiting communal celebration, centering the dignity of a mother and the questions her case raises about survival, criminalization, and family separation. This is the church’s recognition, not a claim of her participation or endorsement.
Recognition by Church of Sacred Resistance awaits communal celebration and ritual. It does not imply membership or endorsement, and does not authorize sharing private information.
Public record checked October 3, 2026. Allegations and defense positions are attributed; theological recognition is the church’s interpretation.