February is usually thought of as the month of love. Aisle after aisle was stocked with candy and paper hearts, cuddly stuffed animals, sweet candy and cards even before the King holiday and our community projects were over. To be sure, it is not about the feeling but the money. Still, despite their marketing techniques, […]
While my writings seek to aid us in the ministry of reconciliation as we must view race differently, it cannot be said often enough that there is much work to be done. If we are to have healthy cross- cultural relationships, we must communicate authentically. If we are to stand in unity, then the ground […]
In a recent article, the New York Times highlights the work of two Baptist denominations in the ministry of reconciliation. To be sure, this ministry is nondenominational as we are all called to unite regardless of our liturgy, lineage or language. Last year in Jackson, Mississippi, the Rev. Dr. Jerry Young of the National Baptist […]
Maya Angelou said rightly, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you.” And stories are about race are both difficult to carry and to tell. So, I am excited at the opportunity that the New York Times has presented to its readers. It is apart of their Op- Docs series […]
Undoing Racism in America’s Cities is a discussion with city leaders and other experts on local efforts to respond to the national crises that have elevated issues of race, racism, racial healing and racial equity.