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Racial Justice Resources

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RACIAL JUSTICE RESOURCES

from our St. Paul's Community

We're glad you're here! Below you'll find a collection of resources we've gathered from various sources, particularly Catholic sources. They focus on the roots of racism and its ongoing impact on us and on our community, nation, and world. The purpose of sharing these resources is to promote study, reflection, and dialogue, as well as action, as we seek to combat the evils of racism and prejudice.

Why Do They March Online Discussion

01:32:37

Roman Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg

Why Do They March Online Discussion

Recording of the online discussion that took place on Monday, July 27, 2020. A panel of five Tampa Bay area Catholics respond to some challenging questions regarding racism. This is the first in a series of online discussions aimed at promoting greater understanding, respect and unity. Learn more at http://dosp.org/racialharmony. #courageouslyliving #racialharmony

Life while Black, as told by one St. Petersburg couple

03:40

Tampa Bay Times

Life while Black, as told by one St. Petersburg couple

Microaggressions are small acts of racism that are a common occurrence for many African Americans. The Times interviewed Tori and Khyre Edwards to find out what effect these acts have on them and their family. ------------------ For More News and Videos SUBSCRIBE and Turn Notifications On https://bit.ly/2r0BEND Get a Digital Subscription to the Tampa Bay Times https://bit.ly/2Xinunj Follow us: Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/tampabaycom Twitter ► https://twitter.com/TB_Times Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/tampabaytimes

Black Faith Matters

17:15

Black Faith Matters

The role of this documentary is to shed light on "one story" of the Black Catholic experience. An experience unknown to many in our church. An experience that, although unique, is relatable to the Black Catholic, specifically African American Catholic, experience throughout America. This film hopes to bring out the joy, pain and struggles that are faced in the Black Catholic community, specifically in the Treme area of New Orleans. This film also hopes to share the unique struggle found in youth and young adult ministry within the Black Catholic community. Whether through "America's Original Sin", classism, or various other social ills; we are witnessing this unique expression of our Catholic faith disappearing before our eyes. Through the eyes of Dr. Ansel Augustine, the Psalm 119 Step Team (young adults that have performed with Dr. Augustine), Ms. Pearl Dupart, and Deacon Allen Stevens; we see how this experience of Black Catholicism is a "gift to the church" as Sr. Thea Bowman said to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Our prayer is that this documentary, and what flows from it, will be used as another resource for our communities to address racism within our church and to create bridges of hope and understanding so that we may all be one Body of Christ. https://www.blackfaithmatters.com/ Learn more about St. Peter Claver Catholic Church https://www.stpeterclaverneworleans.org/ Learn more about St. Augustine Catholic Church https://staugchurch.org/ Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SpiritJuice?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.spiritjuicestudios.com/newsletter/ Follow us on Facebook & Instagram https://www.facebook.com/spiritjuice http://www.instagram.com/spiritjuice For business inquiries ONLY, contact us here: contact@spiritjuice.com A Spirit Juice Studios Production http://spiritjuice.org #spiritjuice #blackfaithmatters #blackcatholics

Prayer Vigil for Peace, Healing and Change

01:06:04

Roman Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg

Prayer Vigil for Peace, Healing and Change

More than 300 people participated in a Holy Hour at the Cathedral of St Jude the Apostle on Sunday, June 7, 2020, to pray for peace, healing and change following the brutal death of George Floyd and the national protests that have erupted. Bishop Gregory Parkes led the solemn prayer service inside, and a group also gathered outside at the corner of 5th Avenue and Tyrone Boulevard in St. Petersburg. The event provided a peaceful witness to the community and a visible show of solidarity with those who have suffered the effects of racial injustice. Demonstrators carried signs with messages to show solidarity and express their hope for change. In his reflection Bishop Parkes said, “We pray for healing from the wounds of sin and division. We pray for hope in a better day when we will more perfectly be the people that God has created and called us to be. We also pray for change in the structures, institutions and laws which still today offend the dignity of our common humanity. We can make a difference as individuals, as a Church, and as a community. It begins with us. And so, we pray for conversion of minds and hearts where racist thoughts and hatred are harbored and fester.” Read more here: https://s.dosp.org/2UrOccR. #courageouslyliving #dospracialharmony

LEARNING RESOURCES

BOOKS

PODCASTS

LETTERS & ARTICLES

RACIAL HARMONY

Diocese of St. Petersburg

Stay up-to-date with our Diocese's efforts to promote racial harmony in the Catholic Church

CONTACT

If you have any questions, recommendations, or would like to get involved in our Racial Justice initiative, please let us know!

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