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God and Race: A Guide for Moving Beyond Black Fists and White Knuckles

by John Siebeling, Wayne Francis. HarperOne, 2022.

Description

This book models how to start necessary conversations about race, encourage unity, and foster mutual respect.

Features

insights from two pastors of racially diverse congregations; their experiences as a Black pastor and a White pastor; racial tension from both perspectives; answers to uncomfortable questions about the church, ourselves, family, work and relationships; study guide and videos

Recommended Audience

clergy and leaders seeking to have conversations about race in their congregations

Cost

Purchase as book, e-book, or audio book

Practical Applications

  • Gain insight into race and racism in our culture and especially in the church.
  • Discover practical steps to dialog about race and theology.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Kara Faris

Kara Faris is the Center’s director of resource grants and resource consulting, as well as a resource consultant to congregations. She previously served for eight years as the Center’s education director.

Before working at the Center, Kara served First Friends Meeting of Indianapolis as associate pastor. With a degree in marketing from Butler University’s College of Business Administration and a master of divinity degree from Christian Theological Seminary, Kara brings a blend of pragmatism, intuition and passion for lifelong learning to the Center. Kara has authored Including Laity in Education Events Empowers Congregations and co-authored the book Divergent Church.

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