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The enduring legacy of colorism is a pall that still hovers over black women today. This and more in our Free Weekly Recap of our most viewed and new resources from last week.
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Progressive In Approach: Christlike In Action

Interview with Rev. Dawn Hutchings

Politically Speaking host Dave Szollosy interviewed me and our conversation revolved around the issues relating to how our religion informs our politics. How does a small congregation like Holy Cross do the things it does?  What did John Shelby Spong mean when he called Holy Cross, “a jewel in the frozen north?”

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Why Observe Ramadan? A Unity Minister Answers

Kelly Isola

When was the last time you participated in something sacred with 1.5 billion people? Billions of Muslims and non-Muslims fast and then gather for a celebration meal, to honor, acknowledge, and give thanks for the richness of their lives. With them, I reflect on all the generosity given and received throughout my day because I know whatever our individual faith traditions, I can’t imagine our lives without each other.

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The other racism: colorism

Rev. Irene Monroe

As a little girl, I heard the children’s rhyme on colorism, which told me my place in the world before I stepped out into it.
“If you’re black, stay back;
If you’re brown, stick around;
If you’re yellow, you’re mellow;
If you’re white, you’re all right.”


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Liturgy Selection

One World

The future does not call for us all to be the same, but to survive we will need to learn tolerance. And then we will need to teach it to our children.

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A Virtual Journey of Mastery™

9 Steps to fully experience the Awakened Master you are.

Summer Journey – July 2 – September 3, 2019


In a select group of Awakened Masters, you experience a powerful 9-step process to:
* Identify and align with your life’s purpose
* Achieve the goals most important to you
* Liberate yourself from limitations 

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