Racial Equity
Monthly Prayer Petition | July 2024
Reconciling God, during this month when we celebrate freedom, help us to also consider those who cannot celebrate due to ongoing oppression. Remind us how freedom comes at a cost…
Read MoreMonthly Prayer Petition | April 2024
God of the cross and God of Resurrection: In this Easter Season, crucify the selfish and sinful parts of ourselves so that we can truly be people of the Resurrection.…
Read MoreMonthly Prayer Petition | March 2024
Holy God, help us to remember always that all of us share in your grace. Give us the peace that makes us peaceful to others. Help us to see with…
Read MoreMonthly Prayer Petition | February 2024
Compassionate God of our weary years, comforting God of our silent tears, we come to you during a special month commemorating our nation’s history; reaffirming Black Lives Matter as we should…
Read MoreEmbracing the Image of God Webinar Series
During the summer of 2020, the Racial Equity team provided an opportunity for people of all ethnicities, especially white allies, to attend an online Racial Equity series of four discussions…
Read MoreRacial Equity Reading Resources
We have collected a list of educational and insightful books that will help you on your journey for racial justice and equity. There are also some options for children and…
Read MoreTransforming White Privilege Toolkit
This online toolkit provided by Racial Equity Tools is designed to help current and emerging leaders better identify, talk about and intervene to address white privilege and its consequences. You…
Read MoreHow to Start a Racial Equity Group in Your Congregation
Have you or your congregation recently felt called to dedicate some amount of time, energy, and resources to the cause of racial justice?Have you been asking yourself, what does that…
Read MoreMartin Luther King Jr. Day Resources & Events
Worship Resources: Litany for worship (Adapted by the Metro DC Synod Racial Equity Team) From Psalm 82 and Amos 5. A voice: God said; How long will you judge unjustly…
Read MoreMonthly Prayer Petition | January 2024
Holy One, thank you for the gift of your love made real in the child Jesus, and help us root our gratitude in the ongoing gifts of the Epiphany. We…
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