Resources for Racial Reconciliation
Here at NewStory Church, we are committed to help the church address the sin of racism that has for far too long been left unaddressed and/or ignored. By no means are we experts in this, but we believe it is important to listen, educate, and begin the conversation.
This godly work of fighting against racism and fighting for justice is a long game. It’s a life-long work for us to engage in, not just for a moment. So pace yourself and don’t get overwhelmed from the start. We have created this resource page to help in that endeavor. Just start somewhere and commit to finish it as long as our Lord gives us breath.
This godly work of fighting against racism and fighting for justice is a long game. It’s a life-long work for us to engage in, not just for a moment. So pace yourself and don’t get overwhelmed from the start. We have created this resource page to help in that endeavor. Just start somewhere and commit to finish it as long as our Lord gives us breath.
“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you
but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"
Micah 6:8 (ESV)
Messages
Christian Books to Read
Secular Books to Read
Movies to Watch
Further Links & Reading
Voices to Hear & Listen
JACKIE HILL-PERRY
Article: How Churches Can Address Hidden Feelings of Prejudice and Racism
Video: Religious Liberty and Racial Justice—It All Matters to God
Article: How Churches Can Address Hidden Feelings of Prejudice and Racism
Video: Religious Liberty and Racial Justice—It All Matters to God
Videos to Watch
Voices from the Past
(YouTube Playlist)
(YouTube Playlist)
Understanding Racial Injustice
(YouTube Playlist)
(YouTube Playlist)
Continuing the Conversation
(YouTube Playlist)
(YouTube Playlist)
Podcasts to Listen & Learn
Note: These podcasts were recommended to us. Please be aware of explicit language in some of the podcast episodes.
Resources for Children & Youth
Change begins one heart at a time. We believe our children can learn to see, think, and have love and compassion that reflects God's heart - and we can be a part of helping them learn and understand the world we live in and the trials our brothers and sisters of color face in this country on a daily basis. Here are a few resources that might be helpful.
Books to Read
God’s Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell
God Made Me AND You: Celebrating God’s Design for Ethnic Diversity by Shai Linne
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson (not Christian)
Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis by Jabari Asi
Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners: Books for Children and Young Adults
God Made Me AND You: Celebrating God’s Design for Ethnic Diversity by Shai Linne
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson (not Christian)
Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis by Jabari Asi
Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners: Books for Children and Young Adults