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40 Ways to Raise a Nonracist Child

Type: BOOK
Author: Mathias and French
( Christian Life , Family , Family/Parenting , General , Parent/Child Relationship , Parenting , Racism , Social Justice , White Priviledge )

Provides families with the tools they need o talk openly about racism and to respect and appreciate racial differences. Includes practical suggestions for all families, as well as age-specific advice. Covers everything from selecting toys for preschoolers to facing a teenager's prejudice.

Africans in America - Part 1

Type: VHS
Author:
( Africa , African American , Church History , General , History , Justice , Racism , Social Justice )

The Terrible Transformation: 1450-1750

Africans in America - Part 2

Type: VHS
Author:
( Africa , African American , Church History , General , History , Justice , Racism , Social Justice )

The Revolution: 1750-1805

Africans in America - Part 3

Type: VHS
Author:
( Africa , African American , Church History , General , History , Justice , Racism , Social Justice )

Brotherly Love: 1791-1831

Africans In America - Part 4

Type: VHS
Author:
( Africa , African American , Church History , General , History , Justice , Racism , Social Justice )

Judgement Day: 1831-1865

Africans in America: America's Journey through Slavery

Type: BOOK
Author: Johnson and Smith
( Africa , African American , Church History , General , History , Justice , Methodist , Racism , Social Justice )

A riveting narrative history of America told from the point of view of Africans who came in shackles. A ground-breaking PBS tie-in that illuminates how Africans and Europeans built a nation, even as they bitterly struggled over what it meant to be free. Includes Charles Johnson's short stories. Includes AME church history. PBS video series:UM-HI-023.00

Amistad Rising

Type: VHS
Author: United Church of Christ Communications
( Africa , Culture , General , History , Justice , North America , Racism )

Touches upon the historical highlights of the 1839 events of a group of West African captives struggle for freedom and human dignity, the present-day ship replica/classroom. Inspirational story of how people of different cultures, races and backgrounds joined together in the cause of justice a century ago and how this legacy continues in an innovative way in the present century.

Anchor of the Soul

Type: VHS
Author: Hoose and Odlin
( African American , Culture , General , History , New England Conference , Racism , Social Justice )

This video provides an in-depth look at Black history and race relations in northern New England. This documentary tells the inspiring story of African Americans struggling to create and sustain a church in Portland, ME. Former Congresswoman Barbara Jordan narrates this profile of African American history in New England. Archival photos and contemporary interviews provide insight into such high points as the 1828 founding of Portland's Abyssinian Church and Reuben Ruby's Maine Anti-Slavery...

Can we talk about Race?

Type: BOOK
Author: Beverly Daniel Tatum
( Racism , Social Issues , Social Justice )

In Can we talk about Race ? psychologist and educator Beverly Daniel Tatum, one of our leading commentators on race and schools, analyzes some of the most resonant issues in American education and race relations.

Commitment to Community

Type: VHS
Author: Racial Inclusiveness Task Force
( Diversity , General , Racism , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Confronting Environmental Racism: Voices from the Grassroots

Type: BOOK
Author: Bullard, Robert D.
( African American , Ecology , Environment , General , Justice , Nature , Poverty , Racism , Social Justice , Urban Issues )

The connection between racism and environmental quality is increasingly visible. Groundbreaking anthology brings together leading scholars, environmental leaders, and social justice activists of the emerging environmental justice movement.

Crying in the Wilderness: The Struggle for Justice in South Africa

Type: BOOK
Author: Tutu, Desmond
( Africa , Church History , Culture , General , Global , Justice , Racism , Social Justice , White Priviledge )

Collection of Bishop Desmond Tutu's sermons, speeches, articles, and press statements during 1978-1980 when Tutu served as General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches. Each selection includes an introduction with historical background and identifying people and places. Also has general intro describing the apartheid system, history of the church in South Africa and more.

De colores Means All of Us: Latina Views for a Multi-Colored Century

Type: BOOK
Author: Martinez, Elizabeth
( Central America , Community , Economy , General , Justice , Poverty , Racism , Social Justice , South America , Women )

Unique chicana voice of Ms. Martinez arises from more than 30 years of experience in the movements of civil rights, women's lib, and Latino/a empowerment. With sections on women's organizing, struggles for economic justice, and the Latino/a youth movements, appeals to readers and activists seeking to organize for the future and build new movements for liberation.

Delta Ministry, The

Type: BOOK
Author: Hilton, Bruce
( African American , General , Justice , Policy , Political , Racism , Social Justice , Volunteers )

An informal insider's view of "the most creative and controversial church-supported civil rights group in the south." Chronicles the Delta Ministry, which began work in 1964 with Mississippi Negroes developing black economic power and mass voter registration seeking to change social, economic and political conditions in the Delta.

Dismantling Racism: The Continuing Challenge to White America

Type: BOOK
Author: Barndt, Joseph
( General , Justice , Racism , Social Justice )

Analyzes racism as it is today and the ways it has changed or not changed over the past few decades. Focuses on the task of dismantling racism, how we can work to bring it to an end and build a racially just, multiracial, multicultural society.

Doing the Gospel: Dismantling Racism

Type: BOOK
Author:
( General , Justice , Racism , Social Justice , White Priviledge )

From the New England Conference on Feb. 5, 1994. A program on dismantling racism. This is a collection of documents used at the event, including writings of UMC. Martin Luther King Jr., GCR&R, and more.

Enter the River: Healing Steps from White Priviledge Toward Racial Reconciliation

Type: BOOK
Author: Shearer, Jody Miller
( General , Justice , Racism , Social Justice , Spiritual Growth , White Priviledge )

Asks, "Why be concerned with racism," and explores definitions of prejudice and racism, the different effects of racism on white persons and people of color, affirmative action, and many other issues. Provides a strong foundation for study and action.

Ethnic Minorities in the United Methodist Church

Type: BOOK
Author: Ethnic Ministries
( African American , Asian American , Culture , Ethics , General , Hispanic Ministry , Native American , Racism , United Methodist )

Helps the UM Church at large to better understand the history, culture, and quest for self-determination and empowerment by its ethnic groups. Basically an interpretive document with a few strategies and programs to empower ethnic minorities. Should be helpful to church leaders and study groups.

Forgotten Fires

Type: VHS
Author:
( African American , Church History , Cults , General , History , Justice , Racism , Social Justice )

In 1994 the Ku Klux Klan came to Clarendon County, South Carolina, when two young men burned down two historic Black churches. The community is forced to confront the true state of race relations in the post-Civil Rights South. Follows the events through the eyes of Klan members past and present, the church pastor, and citizens, and weaves a compelling narrative of faith facing down evil, the seductiveness of hatred, and the power of reconciliation.

From Every Nation Without Number : Racial and Ethnic Diversity in United Methodism

Type: BOOK
Author: Roy I. Sano
( Diversity , Ethics , Racism )

Is The United Methodist CHurch a truly inclusive, pluralistic institution? According to Roy I. Sano, the church still has a "long way to go." But in this important book, he outlines what the UMC can do in order to live up to the biblical ethic of human dignity.
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