Journal

Racism Across Borders: Belhar, South Africa, and the United States

At the end of 2015, with South Africa’s summer and “festive season” in full swing, a real estate agent from Durban took to social media to complain about the crowded and unkempt state of a local beach. The commentator, a … Continue reading

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Racism in South Africa Remains Alive and the Cause of Much Pain and Anger

Racism, Belhar, and the Church in South Africa South Africa is a deeply wounded society. More than 340 years of racist colonial and apartheid rule impacted the black majority very negatively. During this period, people of colour were not allowed … Continue reading

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Living History – Fern Cloud

Called to Ministry on the Upper Sioux Reservation Video used with permission from the Presbyterian Historical Society, part of the Living History film project. Fern Cloud shares her perspectives as a Native American Presbyterian Edited Transcript: My name is Fern Cloud. … Continue reading

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“Lift Every Voice: Racism, Class, and Power”: Advocacy Training Weekend 2016

April 15-18, 2016 in Washington, DC REGISTER NOW! In our neighborhoods and around the world, social, economic, corporate, and political powers are working to reduce citizens’ access to decision-making. These practices violate the rights and silence the voices of those … Continue reading

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