Racial History Committee
The Racial History Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark gathers, preserves, and explores the stories, experiences, perspectives, and complexities of race relations between and among Episcopalians in northern New Jersey.
About the Committee
Our principal focus is on the histories of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color). We archive oral histories, writings, photographs, sermons, and similar materials from individuals and organizations throughout the Diocese of Newark and the Episcopal Church. The project seeks to gather this information, not only so that we may know and understand all of our histories, but also to acknowledge our own racism and individual prejudices in order to live our Baptismal vows “to seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving one another as God loves us, and to strive for justice and peace among all people no matter of race or culture respecting the dignity of every human being.”
