Theologian of Action: Reflecting on Dr. King to Strategize for the Future
Despite the great amount of evil in the world, which seems to be on the rise at present, I believe we still have reason to hope for God’s redemption of the world. However, the hope I speak of is not … Continue reading Theologian of Action: Reflecting on Dr. King to Strategize for the Future
The Hands of Black Folk
We have helped to build America with our labor, strengthened it with our faith, and enriched it with our song. ― Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune The inescapable influence of unpaid Black labor in the creation of America’s economic wealth is … Continue reading The Hands of Black Folk
Salt, Light…& Leaven
All of us are more than the worse thing we ever did, None of us are as innocent as we think we are. All of us have some prejudice we cannot justify, None of us live free from unwarranted judgement. All … Continue reading Salt, Light…& Leaven
The Progress of African Americans and Latinas/Latinos: What We Have Achieved…What Is Still Left to Conquer
To begin with, here are some mind-blowing statistics about African Americans and their achievements over the years. In 1940, 60% of African American women entered the workforce to work in white-collar positions. In 1958, almost 44% of Caucasian Americans considered … Continue reading The Progress of African Americans and Latinas/Latinos: What We Have Achieved…What Is Still Left to Conquer
The Unyielding Pursuit of Education
The resilience of African Americans throughout history is a testament to their unyielding determination to overcome oppression. Despite the harrowing trials of slavery, the Civil War, and the violent racial backlash of the post-Reconstruction South, Black Americans have demonstrated an … Continue reading The Unyielding Pursuit of Education
Dreaming from the Mountaintop
“All we say to America is, ‘Be true to what you said on paper!’” January 20, 2025, a day of American irony that awaits us. As the United States prepares to inaugurate its 47th President, the event will fall on … Continue reading Dreaming from the Mountaintop
“What’s In It For Me?” Charting The Pathways Toward Justice In A Transactional America.
“With our launch, we want to speak from the heart with entries about tangible ways that communities of the majority can reach out in partnership with marginalized communities of color in ways that are not patronizing but collaborative.“ Three-Fifths Magazine, … Continue reading “What’s In It For Me?” Charting The Pathways Toward Justice In A Transactional America.
On Pluralism
“Let us have the courage of our admitted ignorance, of our doubts and uncertainties. At least we can try to discover what others… require, by… making it possible for ourselves to know men as they truly are, by listening to … Continue reading On Pluralism
2025: Progress Made, But the Fight for Equity Continues
“Let us not just believe in the American dream, let us be worthy of it.”– Amanda Gorman As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to pause and ask: have we lived up to Amanda Gorman’s challenge? Have we … Continue reading 2025: Progress Made, But the Fight for Equity Continues
