Category: Uncategorized
-
What is Race?
Several years ago I was conversing with a friend about issues pertaining to race and culture. As we were getting deep into our discussion he asked me a question that I had never seriously thought through before, “You know that race is a social construct, right?” It took me aback to the point where the…
-
What is Diversity?
As I was preparing to write this post I searched the internet for, “most misunderstood words.” Surprisingly, “diversity” was not on any of the lists that I found. I say this because I have seen several instances where one person was using the word (with a certain meaning in mind) and the hearer’s interpretation was…
-
“You’ll be free or die”
The title of this post is a quote from Harriet Tubman, the great abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad. I was recently privileged with the opportunity to speak to a group of young scholars at The Freedom School in St. Louis and discuss her life during chapel. We discussed the bravery that Ms. Tubman…
-
So, You Want to Be an Ally?
As a pastor and nonprofit leader in St. Louis, I speak regularly on racial reconciliation from a Christian worldview. When people outside of the Black community learn about the racial disparities regarding quality of life and the caste system of American history, it often breaks their hearts. The weightiness of these realizations stirs a desire…
-
3 Tips for a Successful Black History Month!
Most of us know that February is Black History Month. What began as a weeklong celebration by Carter G. Woodson in 1926 has become a federally recognized holiday. Black History Month is great opportunity to practice reconciliation through learning and collaboration. Below are 3 tips to make your Black History Month celebration meaningful, transformative, and…
-
Prayerful Planning for the Year
It’s the time of year where most of us are evaluating goals and making plans for the upcoming year. Some people look down on New Year’s resolutions, but I say that setting annual goals is a good thing. I believe the Lord gives us months, seasons, and years so that we can look back on…
-
The Root of Peace
On the night that Jesus was born, angels appeared to a group of shepherds. They announced: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” Luke 2:14 ESV World peace has been dreamed about for as long as people have existed. Yet, wherever you have people, you have conflict, chaos, and…
-
Know Your “Why” for Diversity
Unity and partnerships across ethnic and racial lines should be the mark of every church.
-
Are You Woke?
There’s a lot of talk right now about being “woke.” Almost to the point that the idea of being woke has lost its meaning. Some groups have used it to supercharge feelings and stir up political ideologies. Others out of fear or misunderstanding have denounced the word altogether. This polarization has spilled over into Christian…
Kathairo Solutions 