racial reconciliation
Evangelicals gather for prayer rally in Washington
By Adelle M. Banks — July 16, 2016
WASHINGTON (RNS) Evangelicals of all ages filled the National Mall on one of the hottest days in Washington this summer and prayed for national unity.
Feeling ignored, black Christians pray, vent in national conference call
By Nicola A. Menzie — July 11, 2016
(RNS) Lack of communication and misunderstandings leave some blacks convinced that they are fighting on their own. That's why black and white activists held a conference call last week to address the issues.
How do we pray for our wounded, divided nation?
By David P. Gushee — July 11, 2016
(RNS) The more concrete is our prayer, the more political it seems, and the more likely it is to offend.
Black church group holds first-ever cross-racial gathering to tackle racism
By Adelle M. Banks — December 14, 2015
(RNS) The consultation comes at the end of a year when there have been an unusual number of religious gatherings focused on improving race relations.
Black, white Baptist presidents lead racial unity event
By Adelle M. Banks — November 3, 2015
(RNS) “There are so many people who say, ‘What in the world can we do?’” said the Rev. Jerry Young, president of the National Baptist Convention, USA. "We’re hopeful and prayerful that God will use this not as an event but as a movement.”
Bishop Michael Curry’s vision: A world transformed by the love of God
By Adelle M. Banks — October 28, 2015
(RNS) Curry will be installed as presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church on Sunday (Nov. 1). He talked to RNS about some of the challenges ahead.
Will Southern Baptists back Russell Moore’s call to remove Confederate flag?
By Adelle M. Banks — June 22, 2015
(RNS) Some say Moore’s call is a marker of a changing ethos within the nation’s largest Protestant denomination as conservative Christians join in mourning the “Emanuel Nine.” Others wonder if the divide over the flag remains.
Southern Baptists’ efforts at racial reconciliation a mixed bag, review finds
By Adelle M. Banks — June 17, 2015
(RNS) Southern Baptists were hailed for electing their first African-American president in 2012 but their denomination's Executive Committee has a mostly white management.
Racial reconciliation demands Christians reconsider the death penalty (COMMENTARY)
By Antipas L. Harris — April 1, 2015
(RNS) At the same time that the Southern Baptist Convention apologizes for its complicity in racial oppression and urges racial reconciliation, the denomination remains a vocal proponent of capital punishment.
Southern Baptist race summit calls for focus on reconciliation
By Heidi Hall — March 26, 2015
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RNS) Russell Moore said the work of racial reconciliation isn’t just for people whose “bedsheets have eyeholes,” he said, referring to the Ku Klux Klan. It’s for articulate people whose racism finds expression in complex and indirect ways.
Southern Baptists try to diversify churches — but will it work?
By Heidi Hall — February 23, 2015
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RNS) Russell Moore's proposed solution -- diversifying worship spaces -- will take some work. Of 50,500 Southern Baptist congregations, 3,502 identify as predominantly African-American, or about 7 percent.
Pentecostal groups agree to bridge a century-old racial divide
By Adelle M. Banks — February 19, 2014
(RNS) In 1917, a missionary couple were told they couldn't receive support to travel to Liberia with the fledgling Assemblies of God because they were “colored.”
’12 Years a Slave’ prompts calls for racial reconciliation
By Adelle M. Banks — October 15, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) “12 Years a Slave” may depict a bygone era in American history but religious leaders say it should spark increased attention about today's race relations.
Southern Baptist leader Richard Land to retire after ethics probe
By Adelle M. Banks — August 1, 2012
(RNS) After nearly a quarter century as the Southern Baptist Convention's top public policy guru, Richard Land will step down in 2013 after a rough-and-tumble spring. By Adelle M. Banks.
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