Do you want to address racism in your faith community, but don't know where to begin? Faith and Racial Justice: Changing Systems and Structures gives participants the tools they need to address racism at a systemic level -- whether they decide to work for criminal justice reform, advocate for fair housing, close the racial wealth gap, or end racism within the church. In this eight-week program, small groups learn about key obstacles to racial justice that are embedded within our institutions, systems, and structures. They are then equipped to mobilize people and resources to dismantle those obstacles. Through a grounding in prayer, spiritual practice, and a study on the Epistle of James, your group will leave the program ready to work for racial justice in your nation, local community, and the churches and institutions of which you are a part.
Important Note: As a prerequisite for enrollment in this class, participants MUST have completed either Faith & Racial Equity or Faith & Racial Healing.
Meets: Tuesday Evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m., beginning April 20, 2021
Location: Online
Facilitators: Jeanie Smith, McB McManus
Course: RJJS2101
Cost: $80
Please Note: The first session is a retreat, and is a longer session. It will meet on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, from 6-9 p.m.