Racism & Reconciliation

Committee
The members of the Racism and Reconciliation committee recognize the presence of racism so deeply entrenched in our society and the harm and pain it inflicts on individuals, organizations and communities. The group seeks to increase our own awareness and deepen our understanding of the structure and impact of oppression, so that we can work most effectively for healing, reconciliation and justice in the St. Louis region.

New members are always welcome! Are you interested in being part of this ministry? Please contact Lisa Burks lmburks60@gmail.com for additional information.

Click here for an anti-racism resources page compiled in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.

Racial Justice Journey 2023

Lent is a season of repentance and renewal during which we are drawn to spiritual practices that can deepen our relationship with Jesus and one another.  

In 2023, the College Church Racial Justice Journey used the work of Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ to guide our path.  His book, The Spiritual Work of Racial Justice:  A Month of Meditations with Ignatius of Loyola, offers us an opportunity to draw closer to God through daily readings, prayers, and questions for personal reflection.  Saint-Jean uses the 4 weeks of the Spiritual Exercises as a framework to help us explore the ways Christ calls us to and supports us in the work of racial justice.

Participants were invited to use these daily meditations for the Lenten Racial Justice Journey.