Ministry FOR
Mission / Vision Statement
We advocate for racial equality & proper racial understanding through education, dialogue, & collective action & collaborate with other faith-based communities to build collective strength & work to address systemic & internalized racism.
Objectives
1. Racial Literacy/Education
- Provide space for Paoli Presbyterian Church to learn & understand the complexities of racism. Lead the church to investigate, understand, & acknowledge the roots & realities of racial inequalities within our society.
2. Stand up Against Racial Injustice
- Provide information & leadership for Paoli Presbyterian Church to stand up against all forms of racial injustice & participate in racial reconciliation ministry.
3. Solidarity
- Declare support & provide Christian ministry for victims of racial injustice.
4. Advocacy
- Advocate for a more inclusive society (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging)
5. Empowerment
- Support the development & growth of leadership & empowerment among racially marginalized minorities.
6. Relationships
- Develop & build relationships with other churches that may be racially different from our church.
Events
Past Events:
- Driving tour of Harriet Tubman’s Underground Railroad Byway in Dorchester County, Maryland
- Thurgood (Marshall) performance at People Light theater
- Museum of the American Revolution guided tour and exhibit — Black Founders
- Civil Rights Bus Tour with The Presbytery of Donegal
- Unity Concert at Paoli Presbyterian Church
- Robert Wafula class at PPC on A Biblical Look at Racism
- Juneteenth celebration in West Chester
Upcoming Events:
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Associated Groups
Racial Justice Discussion Group
Nazarene Narrative
