Racial Justice and Healing
The sin of racism has infected our hearts as Americans and as a Church since the time of our founding. Dismantling racism for the sake of all people includes the hard work of naming our complicity in structures that disproportionately benefit white people. It also includes the holy and life-giving work of becoming anti-racist. We offer these resources to support congregations in this journey.
Ministry for Racial Justice and Healing
Vision: Christians boldly speaking truth to power and working for a world free from the evils of white supremacy, racism, and colonialism.
Mission: To actively engage the Diocese of Virginia in creating sustainable programs to dismantle racism, white supremacy, and the legacy of colonialism through education and advocacy with social, governmental, and ecclesiastical systems.
The Pilgrimage for Racial Justice in Virginia
The Pilgrimage for Racial Justice in Virginia
This pilgrimage is not just a walk-through history; it's a call to action. By confronting the painful truths of Virginia's past and present, we can pave the way for a more just and equitable future.
Ministry Team
Ms. Carolyn Lanier, St. Philip’s, Richmond, Chair
The Very Rev. Joseph H. Hensley, Jr., St. George’s, Fredericksburg
The Rev. David Curtis, All Saints, Richmond
The Rev. Justin McIntosh, St. Paul’s, Ivy, Vice Chair
Dr. Mary Palmer Legare, St. Stephen’s, Heathsville
The Rev. Dr. J. Lee Hill, Jr., Canon for Racial Justice and Healing
The Rev. Michael Guy, S.T.S
Dr. Christine Cameron, St. Anne’s, Reston
Mr. Jonathan Perry, Little Fork, Rixeyville
The Rev. Marlene Forrest, St. Philip’s, Richmond
Ms. Gwen Malone, St. Mary’s, Berryville
The Rev. Deacon Christine Garcia, St. Thomas’, Richmond
The Rev. Barbara Marques, St. Francis, Manakin-Sabot
Dr. Jayne Osgood, Christ Church, Alexandria