Conversations on Race


The United Church of Christ has called upon all settings of the church to become immersed in a sacred conversation on race.  Our conversations will be sacred if we trust in the Spirit of the living God to do a new thing in our midst and create beloved communities.  Please see below for helpful resources as First Church begins these conversations.

Understanding White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack

Flipping the Script: Race and Community-Building

10 Things Everyone Should Understand about Race

Pastoral Letter on Racism

Qualities of a Sacred Conversation

Pastoral Letter Talking Points

Individual Reflection Questions

Four Realms of Racism and Change

Frequently Asked Questions

Multiracial Multicultural Glossary


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