Leroy Barber on Building a Blended Church

I enjoyed a question and answer time with Leroy Barber.  Good to ask him some questions as an African American leader about how I, as a young white pastor, can work for racial reconciliation.

Some of his responses:

• Value personal relationships to avoid taking a "token approach" to reconciliation
• Don't lead out of guilt.  You'll especially be tempted toward guilt because of your benefits from white privilege.  But guilt doesn't motivate. 
• When a blend does begin to build, look for new vehicles to express it.  Give it fresh art, new music, and new literature.  Tell the story to your community.
• White leaders need to take the cape off.  We're not here to save the day.  Instead, our best contribution is by simply becoming part of the "beautiful community."

Comments

[Chilly...]

This is GREAT! Thanks friend!