Finding Ourselves When We Lose Race

I know the story of race but I am not the storyteller.  I know the history of racism but I am not the historian.  I have had the experiences of prejudice and stereotyping but I am not their victim.  I know the world but I am not a citizen.  I do not belong in a […]

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Use Big Words

Race is small talk when discussing our humanity.  Focusing on the texture of our hair, the shape of our eyes and the social coloring of our skin is comparable to talking about the weather and the menu.  While we do introduce ourselves based on our appearance, looking at the physical appearance as a means of […]

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Reconciliation: Are churches the problem?

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, […]

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United Nations working group calls for reparations for African Americans

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 […]

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New York Times: Race, History and Baptist Reconciliation

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 […]

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