Articles
We post several short articles per month, tackling complicated issues and giving space for Christians to share their experiences about race in an edifying way. Longer essays are a scholarly contribution to UWP. They examine racism in the church in light of historical and theological contexts. Both Short-Form and Long-Form essays are written by people burdened with racial reconciliation in the church.
Confront Racism When You Encounter It
Courtney Reissig shares about times when she failed to confront racism and what she plans to do moving forward.
Prayer: A Lament by Jamie Dunlop
Jamie Dunlop models a prayer of lament. This prayer was offered in a church service last week.
Prayer: A Lament, Confession, and Petition by Jonathan Morgan
Jonathan Morgan gives us a model for prayer in these troubled times. This prayer was given at a protest in Washington, DC.
Understanding the Past as a Way to a United Future (Part 1)
Pastor Bobby Scott gives a brief overview of racism in the United States, showing how deep the problem goes.
Take My Breath Away
John Talley III reacts to the killing of George Floyd and encourages Christians toward a biblical lamentation.
After a Racial Tragedy, People Will Mock Those who Prioritize Prayer. Pray Anyway.
Karen Ellis reminds us of the importance of prayer at all times, even now.
So You Watched that Horrible Video. Now What?
Austin Suter laments the recent videos in which black image-bearers lost their lives and offers suggestions for white Christians who have seen them.
The Morning Run: A Parable for How Racism Affects Lives
Jonathan Keisling reflects on the morning run he takes with a friend and how the two of them experience the same world differently
Love for the Fatherless: A Theology of Adoption
Allison van der Walt follows up on her post about transracial adoption by laying a theological foundation for adoption.
Am I a Political Pharisee?
Austin Suter warns against making our personal convictions requirements for other church members.