11/23/2023 0 Comments Beyond racial gridlock bookWhen they seem to contradict what I generally find is that there is either bad science, bad theology, or sometimes both” (p. ![]() I have found that good theology and good science generally go together they are not in competition with each other. In your theological chapter, you state the following: “I am both a Christian and a social scientist.If enough of us do this then we can change our current dysfunctional racial culture. But that person can learn how to listen to those of different perspective and look to learning from them. One person by his or herself can only do so much. One of the greatest challenges in this conversation is a growing sense of apathy by those who are beset by the question, “What difference could I (alone) possibly make?” How would you respond to a person in this situation? What new insight or resource does mutual accountability model bring to this conversation?.So this approach is inclusive of conversation while the other models exclude those who disagree with them. The mutual accountability approach is built on the notion that none of us have all the answers and we have to bring everyone to the table in an effort to find workable sustainable solutions. For antiracism, the concerns is tied to the acceptance of ideas connected to antiracism. So for colorbindness the task is to convince others to ignore race. What is it about these two paths-colorblindness and antiracism-that makes them so appealing to people? What is it about the third way-mutual accountability-that makes it so unappealing?Īlthough they are very different in what they emphasis, both colorblindness and antiracism rely on the idea that they are correct and the solution is to pressure others to accept their chosen path. In your introduction you suggest there are two main paths people tread when it comes to racial conversations before suggesting our need for a third.We were able to ask George some questions about this new book. “Barna examined the divergent ways in which black and white Christians approach discipleship, individually and collectively, revealing insights that may contribute to the realization of King’s dream of an unsegregated hour of worship.Christ Animating Learning blogger George Yancey is coming out with a new book in March by Intervarsity Press entitled, Beyond Racial Division: A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism. “A steadfast leader in the integration of Christian faith and civil rights, Perkins draws on his memories to reflect on the deeper problems behind racism, justice, the redemptive quality of pain and his desire for the church to recover a gospel with “fresh relevance for our days.”ĪRTICLE: Racial Divides in Spiritual Practices, by The Barna Group. Perkins on Legacy, from Fuller Seminary’s “Conversing” podcast. Frank discussions, most 5-15 minutes long, with young leaders about race and the church today. VIDEO SERIES: Racial Justice, from Verge Network. People are at least trying to lean into the conversation and acknowledge that there is an issue.” God’s Amazing Grace: Reconciling Four Centuries of African American Marriages and Families, a book by DBA’s own Pastor Terry Turner of Mesquite Friendship Baptist ChurchĪRTICLE: The Church is the Only Place Equipped to Do Racial Reconciliation Well, in Christianity Today. “I see glimmers of hope,” Morrison says of the white evangelical climate today.The Faithful Preacher: Recapturing the Vision of Three Pioneering African-American Pastors by Thabiti Anyabwile. ![]() United: Captured by God’s Vision for Diversity by Trillia Newbell.Beyond Racial Gridlock: Embracing Mutual Responsibility by George Yancey. ![]() Removing the Stain of Racism from the SBC by Jarvis Williams & Kevin M.Some helpful books by authors of color:.(At click on “Session 3,” then on “Dig Deeper.” “The Most Segregated Hour in America: Overcoming Divisions to Pursue MLK’s Vision of Racial Harmony.” Presentation by Charlie Dates from the MLK50 Conference in April.(At click on “Session 1,” then on “Dig Deeper: Beyond Racial Gridlock.” George Yancey.” Sociologist George Yancey establishes a common definition for racism and shows how the Church often copies the solutions offered by the rest of the world instead of implementing a biblical model. “Beyond Racial Gridlock: A Forum Featuring Dr.– Videos, guides and extras for all five “Undivided” sessions.“Undivided: Your Church and Racial Reconciliation”įree 5-week video series w/ discussion guide ![]() Email Brian English and ask to be included. Occasionally a group of Dallas clergy led by Pastor Bryan Carter (Concord Missionary Baptist Church) and Jeff Warren (Park Cities Baptist Church) sends an e-newsletter about upcoming meetings and resources. Multiethnic Dallas Clergy Mobilization Meetings
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