reconciliación racial
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When we approach the sacred and complex work of racial reconciliation, we do so grounded in our baptismal promises to seek and serve Christ in everyone, to strive for justice and peace, and to respect the dignity of every human being. Believing that God’s original intention and desire is for harmony among all of creation, we look for ways we can partner in “repairing the breach” (Isaiah 58:12)—restoring and healing what is wounded in people, institutions, and systems.
This work requires that we ask ourselves hard questions and commit to journey and speak in truth. This means telling the truth about The Episcopal Church’s complicity in systems of racial injustice.It means taking seriously Jesus’ words about lifting up vulnerable communities and resisting oppression (Luke 4:16-21)—and asking ourselves what we are willing to give up in order to “find our life”(Matthew 10:39).
In addition to advocacy work done by our Office of Government Relations, find links below to resources that have helped guide and propel our commitment to the work of racial reconciliation.
Becoming Beloved Community
Embracing a concept popularized by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., we frame our work as a church toward racial reconciliation, healing, and justice as a long-term commitment to becoming Beloved Community.
Sacred Ground
Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based series on race and faith that began in 2019. This faith formation program for small groups has drawn thousands of participants interested in doing the deep work of racial healing, reconciliation, and justice within their own lives, ministries, and communities.
Additional resources
Our racial reconciliation work as a church includes examination of our own ministries and leadership. Find links to an inventory and audit related to racial justice within The Episcopal Church, as well anti-racism training programs, resources from a 2024 summit on truth-telling and reparations, and much more.
Join Racial Justice Leadership Circle
This monthly webinar—which incorporates different guests and themes—spotlights diocesan initiatives, racial justice strategies, and community partnerships. Designed for racial justice leaders to learn models and practices as well as for support and connection, the meetings are open to all.
The Rev. Miguel Bustos
Senior manager, mission program initiatives and equity integration
