“As Christians, we must root out fear, and commit to … practices that help us to ground our actions … in love.” — former Moderator Jordan Cantwell

The United Church is committed to becoming an anti-racist church through a continuous struggle against racism. Find out more about this commitment, including how your community of faith can get involved in worship, study, and reflection.

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A Place at the Table: What the Photograph Couldn't Say (Part Two)

Rev. Franklyn James on Black History Month, A Place at the Table, and the importance of truly reflecting on identity
Franklyn James

A Place at the Table: What the Photograph Couldn't Say (Part One)

Rev. Franklyn James on Black History Month, A Place at the Table, and the importance of truly reflecting on identity
Honouring Black History Month

Black History Month Resources Available Year-Round

Communities of faith can access United Church resources for Black History Month in February and anti-racism materials year-round, including the “Here… continue reading
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United Church Commits to Engaging UN Second Decade for People of African Descent

Anti-racism and anti-Black racism require long-term and faithful efforts, says Anti-Racism and Equity Lead; 45th General Council agreed to process… continue reading

Moderator’s Message Marks Emancipation Day with Call to Justice

Moderator Carmen Lansdowne shares a powerful Emancipation Day message.
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Online Registration Open for Free Landmark Ecumenical Conference in Berlin

Adele Halliday, Anti-Racism and Equity Lead, is keynote speaker at the conference. General Secretary Rev. Michael Blair moderates one stream session.
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10 Additional Ways to Work Towards Anti-Racism

On March 21, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, and every day there are many practical ways to work towards anti-racism.

Fighting Racism at Home and Abroad: Adele Halliday’s Work

YGM 2023: February 5. Your gifts to Mission & Service support educational initiatives, programs, and partners that work hard to dismantle racism.
Jonisha Lewinson, a teenage girl dressed in a grey hoodie, sits on a couch holding her smartphone

Anti-Racism App Developed by Young Adults Set to Launch

YGM 2022: December 11. Your generosity through Mission & Service supports the leadership of young adults like Jonisha Lewinson who are actively… continue reading
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Leadership Counts: Who Are Our Committee Members?

We’re already seeing interesting trends in the data received from Leadership Counts, the voluntary identity survey of United Church leaders.

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