We Need To Talk About Race – Understanding the Black Experience in White Majority Churches

From the UK Church's complicity in the transatlantic slave trade to the whitewashing of Christianity throughout history, the Church has a lot to answer for when it comes to race relations. Christianity has been dubbed the white man's religion, yet the Bible speaks of an impartial God and shows us a diverse body of believers. It's time for the Church to start talking about race. Ben Lindsay offers eye-opening insights into the black religious experience, challenging the status quo in white majority churches. Filled with examples from real-life stories, including his own, and insightful questions, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of race relations in the Church in the UK and shows us how we can work together to create a truly inclusive church community. ContentsAcknowledgementsIntroduction1 Is it because I'm black?2 Family feud3 Why black man dey suffer4 You don't see usInterlude: Don't touch my hair5 Love like this6 Kick in the doorInterlude: Black (wo)man in a white world(Interview with the Revd Dr Kate Coleman)7 Jesus walks8 Let's push things forwardBibliographySong creditsNotes