Cracking open White identity towards transformation, Canadian Council of Churches

Cracking Open White identity towards transformation, Canadian Council of Churches

Canadian Ecumenical Anti-Racism Network Examines White Identity, Power and Privilege

The Canadian Ecumenical Anti-Racism Network has taken up the challenge of resourcing and accompanying communities of faith in their journey toward truth and reconciliation. This resource zeros in on White privilege as an essential aspect of anti-racism work. Racism is one expression of the White privilege and supremacy that is present in day-to-day interactions and built into systems and church structures. It is impossible to do anti-racism work without examining White identity and the unearned power and privilege that flows from that identity.

This resource includes stories, biblical reflections, and workshops. Contributors include the Rt. Rev. Mark MacDonald, Rev. Michael Blair, and Rev. Maylanne Maybee. Cost: $20 plus shipping

Available to order here: https://www.councilofchurches.ca/product/cracking-open-white-identity-towards-transformation-white-identity-power-and-privilege/

Excerpts from the resource:

Foreward: What’s at stake theologically? – by Rev. Dr. J. Dorcas Gordon
An introduction to privilege – by Hardy Groening
Witness to Transformation: Is this really necessary? – by Rev. Paul Gehrs
One person’s experience of White privilege – by Rev. Maylanne Maybee
Hanging Up on White Privilege – by Rev. Steve Willey