A Response to the Tyre Nichols Killing

1/31/2023 - by: Emma Brewer-Wallin - Conference programming

Let's be angry, but let's not be shocked.

Let's say his name - Tyre Nichols - but not forget all others killed by racism and state-sanctioned violence.

Let's weep at the violent loss of life, but let's not cry because we are surprised this happened again.

Let's see Tyre Nichols' dignity - skateboarding on a sunny day -- but not gawk at his death.

Let's join our hearts in prayer, but not so we can avoid taking action.

Let's celebrate Black History Month, but not so we only see the trauma and pain.

Let's learn from each other, but not for the sake of endless discussion.

Let us take action. Let us be transformed.

Join us for Racial Cross-Pollination Gatherings, every fourth Monday at 6:30 PM

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Emma Brewer-Wallin

Emma serves as the Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Southern New England Conference. Emma supports congregations in making God’s love real through engagement in environmental and economic justice. Contact them for: ...