1/ Over the last several weeks, I began journaling my response to the murders of #GeorgeFloyd, #AhmaudArbery and #BreonnaTaylor. My world is uniquely intertwined to the present challenges.
2/ As an African-American father of 3 boys, I am a son of Ghanaian heritage, and married to a beautiful scientist of Ghanaian-American descent. I have the privilege of co-pastoring a multi-ethnic church in the Boston area.
3/ All of my worlds are affected by the brokenness of racial injustice.
4/ Some friends have asked me, “How can I support this moment and be an advocate for change?” For many non-people of color, the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery opened a dam to the devastating realities of racism and injustice.
5/ The Proverbs writer reminds us that “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” (Proverbs 17:17) There are ways that you can actively be a friend to those who are hurting right now and a brother or sister in the struggle.
6/ What emerged was the following thoughts.
21 ways to be an Anti-Racist Co-laborer (Faith edition).
The following list is generally applicable to anyone who wants to be an anti-racist ally.
7/ It is distinctly written from a Christian worldview, which is one of my main spheres of influence.
I will share each of the points over the next several weeks, but I invite you to read, comment and share your thoughts and reflections.
Read the full list here:
8/ bit.ly/AntiRacistAlly
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