We celebrate the accomplishments, discoveries, influences, courage and breaking through barriers from black men and women to make this nation what it is today.
It is our desire to continue to be in a posture of listening and learning from our brothers and sisters as we strive toward living a life of justice and love. Learn more through videos, books and a devotional to meditate on throughout this month.
BOOKS
How We Love Mattersa by Albert Tate Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson How to Fight Racism by Jemar Tisby I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness by Austin Channing Brown Be the Bridge: Pursuing God’s Heart for Racial Reconciliation by Latasha Morrison Color of Compromise by Jemar Tisby
MEDIA
Resources for Children
There are a number of books we recommend to talk to your child about diversity, racism and justice. See our top three selections below and then scroll through the images below to see more.
1. A Kids Book about Racism by Jelani Memory
“A Kids Book about Racism” is a great book to read together with your child to start the conversation about racism. It has a clear explanation of what racism is and how to recognize it when you see it. This book makes this conversation approachable for all kids but was written specifically with elementary ages in mind.
2. Made by God: Celebrating God's Gloriously Diverse World by Tony Evans
“Made by God” is a beautiful picture book that teaches children the values of equality, diversity, and unity from a biblical perspective and provides parents with a starting point for meaningful family discussions about important cultural issues. This helpful resource gives parents a tool they can use to engage their children in important conversations on a variety of topics, including race, inequality, reconciliation, God’s plan for humanity, and practical ways they can stand up for what’s right when they see injustices around them. This book is a wonderful resource for both preschool and elementary ages.
3. ColorFull: Celebrating the Colors God Gave Us by Dorena Williamson
“ColorFull” is a book about two friends who are learning to celebrate their different skin colors as they look around and see the amazing creativity of God through His creation in nature and in themselves. This book teaches kids to celebrate each color God gave us and encourages kids to see the beauty of God's creativity in everyone. This book is perfect for both preschool and elementary kids.
