Enter The RiverAvailable as a print on demand title shipping within two to three days. The Bible tells of Naaman the Syrian, who entered the Jordan River to be cleansed. Comparing the affliction of racism to Naaman’s illness, Enter the River invites readers into their own healing. After asking, "Why be concerned about racism?" Shearer explores definitions of prejudice and racism, the different effects of racism on white persons and people of color, affirmative action, and many other issues. The accessible presentation provides a strong foundation for study and action. An online study guide from Mennonite Central Committee is available for this book. |
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Foreword by Michael Banks | 9 |
Why Is Talking About Racism So Hard? | 33 |
What Is Racism? | 54 |
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