Grace and Bias: Pastoral Practice and Racial Justice
This course is designed to assist Catholics in reflecting upon the Gospel call to work for justice and the human dignity of all people. Participants will explore key documents, listen to a rich dialogue and personal experiences from recorded webinars, and enter into a spiritual reflection that highlight the Church’s teachings regarding racism and promotion of the dignity of all people.
Participants in this course will emerge equipped with the understanding and knowledge to enter into a fruitful dialogue about issues that affect all of our brothers and sisters.
Audience
Adult, Catechesis
List of Lessons
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Introduction
This introductory lesson outlines the course goals and invites participants to begin a journey of reflection, dialogue, and action rooted in the Church’s call to racial justice.
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Naming the Reality of Racism
This lesson examines the reality of racism in our world and Church, exploring its roots, impact, and the need for honest acknowledgment as a first step toward justice.
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Naming Our Experience with Bias
This lesson invites participants to reflect on and name their personal experiences with bias, fostering self-awareness as a foundation for growth and reconciliation.
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Cultivating Spaces for Dialogue
This lesson explores how to create safe, respectful, and grace-filled spaces for honest dialogue about race, bias, and justice within our Catholic communities.
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Reflection with the Lens of the Gospel
This lesson invites participants to reflect on issues of racism and bias through the lens of the Gospel, grounding the call to justice in the life and teachings of Christ.
Grace and Bias: Pastoral Practice and Racial Justice
Grace and Bias: Pastoral Practice and Racial Justice is designed to assist Catholics in reflecting upon the Gospel call to work for justice and the human dignity of all people.
$15.00