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"To not pay attention is to exercise my privilege and power and do harm to others."  —Kerry Connelly, author of Good White Racist? Confronting Your Role in Racial Injustice We at PC(USA) Store stand in solidarity with the protesters who are crying out for justice—for George Floyd, for Breonna Taylor, for Ahmaud Arbery, and for all the victims of the insidious racism that has infected our society for far too long. To all those risking your safety by lifting your voices, we say be strong, and be safe. Additionally, we believe that in order to fully support people of color, white individuals must educate themselves, have conversations with each other, and figure out how they can work to create a more just society. Below are resources intended to begin anti-racism work either individually or with your church community. Free Downloadable Resources "White Privilege" This one-session adult study is part of the "Racism Study Pack" from The Thoughtful Christian. They are offering this downloadable resource for free at the links below. We encourage you to form a study group or email to members as a starting point. Consider purchasing the study pack from The Thoughtful Christian to continue your study as well. Download: Participant Handout  |  Leader's Guide Purchase the "Racism Study Pack" "Responding to Racism" This one-session youth study from The Thoughtful Christian helps leaders guide preteens and teens through the complicated subject of racism. We encourage you to either lead your youth through this study (in-person or virtually depending on your situation) or email to parents to encourage a family study. Download: Participant Handout  |  Leader's Guide For Beautiful Black Boys Who Believe in a Better World This discussion and activity guide includes suggestions on how parents and teachers can talk with children about race and violence, ideas on how to create a safe space for meaningful dialogue, and more. It was written by the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, KY, a multicultural center and museum committed to promoting respect, hope, and understanding⁠. The guide is inspired by For Beautiful Black Boys Who Believe in a Better World, an upcoming picture book by Michael W. Waters that will be available this September. It tells the story of a boy named Jeremiah and his family who discover hopeful forms of activism and advocacy in response to racism and gun violence in their community. Download the Discussion and Activity Guide Preorder For Beautiful Black Boys Who Believe in a Better World Anti-Racism Books & Resources Below you will find a few featured resources. Additional resources can be found here. Good White Racist? Confronting Your Role in Racial Injustice Kerry Connelly exposes the ways white people participate in, benefit from, and unknowingly perpetuate racism—despite their best “good person” intentions. Readers will learn that even though it may not be our fault or choice to participate in a racist system, we all do, and it’s our responsibility to do something about it. Download: Excerpt from the Book  |  Discussion Guide Purchase Now Ten Essential Strategies for Becoming a Multiracial Congregation This book is a collection of wisdom and best practices to help congregations build immunity from racial and ethnic tensions that threaten to divide rather than unite. Use the workbook with your planning team, board members, lay leaders, and staff. Download an Excerpt Purchase Now Brian the Brave This picture book provides a creative way to talk about bias based on race and language with very young children. It is not only ideal for households, but also during children's time at church. Download an Excerpt Purchase Now Recovering from Un-Natural Disasters This is a necessary handbook for congregations across the United States. It provides pastors and leaders with resources for guiding their congregation through human-caused disasters such as gun violence. Example worship resources, including prayers, music suggestions, and sermons that are appropriate to use during periods of trauma and recovery, are included. Download an Excerpt Purchase Now Fearless Dialogues This book focuses on a groundbreaking program of the same name, founded by the author Gregory C. Ellison II. The program seeks real solutions to problems of chronic unemployment, violence, and hopelessness. Readers are able to walk through the steps of this program in order to  implement genuine and lasting change. Download an Excerpt Purchase Now Browse Additional Anti-Racism Resources

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