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@ The Hispanic House of Studies and the Office of Black Church Studies offer a screening and discussion of Faith in Blackness. This is a short-form documentary that highlights the lived experiences of AfroLatines of different faith traditions by sharing their stories and how their Blackness plays a role in their spirituality and vice-versa. This…
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Premiered at the Smithsonian’s 2023 Folklife Festival, “Faith in Blackness” explores the spirituality of Afro-Latines across different religions and faith practices. The film seeks to explore the relationship between the racial identity of Black Latines and their spirituality. Co-sponsored by the Race Equity & Justice Ministries office, this screening and panel discussion is open to…
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On Good Friday, April 7, 2023, the United Methodist Strengthening the Black Church in the 21st Century (SBC21) and the General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR) issued a joint statement condemning the actions of the Tennesee House of Representatives. Members of the Tennessee House voted on Thursday, April 6, to expel two elected lawmakers…
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Fifty-five years ago, on April 4, 1967, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered a powerful speech titled “Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence.” This historic speech called its first audience to take action to eradicate racism, militarism, and poverty. Exactly one year later, Rev. Dr. King was assassinated in Memphis. But the words…



