Now Is the Time

by Kisten Thompson on behalf of the Racial Justice Working Group
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Did you know that on June 27, 2019,  the Church Council of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) adopted a Declaration of the ELCA to the People of African Descent? 
The first paragraph includes this statement, "The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) apologizes to people of African descent for its historical complicity in slavery and its enduring legacy of racism in the United States and globally. We lament the white church’s failure to work for the abolition of slavery and the perpetuation of racism in this church. We confess, repent and repudiate the times when this church has been silent in the face of racial injustice.

The Racial Justice Working Group here at Christ the KIng will be leading a 4 week study called "Now Is the Time" during the month of October on Wednesday evenings (October 5, 12, 19 and 26) that will read, discuss, and wrestle with this declaration in a safe and brave space. We hope that by addressing this declaration, we can have a better understanding of the history of slavery in this country, the role of racism in the foundations of our country and our denomination and how we might address the future of where do we go from here in becoming a more welcoming, inclusive community in an increasingly diverse world.

Registration for this series begins 9/18 with signups at worship or online. The schedule will look something like this:
Meal from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Discussion: 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Children's activities and confirmation will also be exploring the themes being discussed as appropriate for age and understanding.

We hope you can join us for these meaningful conversations.
The Racial Justice Working Group