Catholic Church in England and Wales Resources follow the theme of ‘A Time to Act‘ and include a reflection, prayer and a message from Bishop Paul McAleenan, Lead Bishop for Racial Justice. See the Catholic Church in England and Wales website for details. United Reformed Church (URC) Resources from the Global and Intercultural Ministries team […]
Racial Justice Sunday
Racial Justice Sunday has been observed since 1995 on the second Sunday of September and for many churches this is a very useful focus.
Racial Justice Sunday 2020
This year, resources for Racial Justice Sunday are available from the United Reformed Church (URC) and the Catholic Church in England and Wales, plus there are resources related to Black History Month from the Baptist Union of Great Britain that could also be adapted. They can be used on Racial Justice Sunday or any time […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2019
This year, resources for Racial Justice Sunday are available from the United Reformed Church (URC) and the Catholic Church in England and Wales, plus there are resources related to Black History Month from the Baptist Union of Great Britain that could also be adapted. They can be used on Racial Justice Sunday or any time […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2018
This year, resources for Racial Justice Sunday are available from the United Reformed Church (URC) and the Catholic Church in England and Wales. They can be used on Racial Justice Sunday or any time through the year. URC Resources from the URC for Racial Justice Sunday on 11 February 2018 take the theme of ‘staying […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2017
Download resources for Racial Justice Sunday, 12 February 2017. This year’s material has been produced by Scott Boldt in partnership with EMBRACE, Belfast, Northern Ireland. It provides an introduction to the issue of racism, group work, suggestions on how to respond, an order of service, plus an appendix providing a wealth of extra resources relating […]
Racial Justice Sunday – change of date
We would like to announce that Racial Justice Sunday is to move from the 2nd Sunday in September to the 2nd Sunday of February. This is because Education Sunday (in England and Wales) is moving to the 2nd Sunday in September (which makes logical sense) and we want to ensure that every opportunity is offered […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2015
Hospitality and Sanctuary For All – 13 September 2015. This year’s theme aims to prompt conversation and reflection on the theme of hospitality and sanctuary. It has been written by Inderjit Bhogal, of the Leeds Church Institute. As well as an order of service, it contains material for Bible study, group discussions, activities and worship. […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2014
Racial Justice Sunday is an opportunity for all Christians in Britain and Ireland to focus their worship, prayer and action on racial justice by: Celebrating human diversity. Rejoicing in how far God’s people have travelled together. Recognising that there is much further to go both in the Church and in the world. What are the […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2013
Dreams of the ‘Beloved Community’ August 2013 marked the 50th anniversary of Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s monumental ‘I have a dream’ speech which spoke about all God’s people living in freedom and peace in a world governed by truth and justice. Dr King joined over 250,000 of his fellow Americans that day in Washington […]
Racial Justice Sunday 2012
Being an Inclusive Church …and not an exclusive club The theme for 2012 was Being an Inclusive Church. Many of us consider that our local churches as well as our national Church institutions are inclusive but when we listen to those who feel on the outside we learn that we still have a long way […]
