As Christ’s church, we value the richness of God’s creation and offer a radical welcome to all people, appreciating our common humanity and our differences. We are a church that does not view diversity as a barrier to unity. We recognize and will challenge dynamics of power and privilege that create barriers to participation and equity in this church and society – for women, people of color, minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities, people who are marginalized or living in poverty, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Our Racial Justice Committee issued a public statement on March 26, 2020, and sent it out to our local community. For more information contact Nancy Reyes at nancyauerreyes@gmail.com.
SEE ALSO
- ELCA NJ Bishop's Challenge
- 21 Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge
- Bystander Intervention: Do's and Don'ts
- “Becoming the Body of Christ where all bodies are valued: A Conversation around ELCA’s resolution to condemn white supremacy.” (recorded webinar)
Antiracism Resolutions and Social Statements from the ELCA