Racial Justice
We are a church committed to loving like Jesus, praying for the end of bigotry, standing for justice and joining the movement to dismantle racism. As Christian activists, we are called to advocate for and with historically oppressed communities of color, offer a safe space to have the needed discussions about racial issues, and learn and teach from culture-centered biblical and theological resources. Below are ways we as a community of faith are working to dismantle racism. We invite you to be a part.
CONVERSATIONS IN COLOR PODCAST
Conversations in Color is hosted by UCP’s Pastor Marcus. Many of the episodes focus on racial justice and faith.
BREAKING THE SILENCE
Breaking the Silence, a Justice & Peace Ministry Team (JPMT) ministry, offers a safe environment for participants to share authentic thoughts and feelings without judgment, criticism or condemnation. Through discussion, videos and presentations, the group discusses race from personal perspectives and strategizes ways to bring about equity for all people. Breaking the Silence meets on Mondays at 7 PM on Zoom.
RECOMMENDED PODCASTS
Pass the Mic-a place to listen to Black Christian voices
Truth's Table-Michelle Higgins, Christina Edmondson, and Ekemini Uwan are Black Christian women who love truth and share their perspectives on race, politics, gender, current events, and pop culture that are filtered through our Christian faith
Love Thy Neighborhood-explores the intersection of social action and Christian faith, following everyday people doing extraordinary things
Stuff You Missed in History Class
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Bloodlines by John Piper
Tears We Cannot Stop: A Sermon to White America by Michael Eric Dyson
Woke Church by Eric Mason
Be the Bridge by LaTasha Morrison
Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor by Layla Saad
Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race by Debby Irving