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What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church

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Book Synopsis: 2023 Award of Excellence, Religion Communicators Council

Like most Americans, Presbyterians in the United States know woefully little about the history of slavery and the rise of anti-Black racism in our country. Most think of slavery as a tragedy that “just happened,” without considering how it happened and who was involved. In What Kind of Christianity, William Yoo paints an accurate picture of the complicity of the majority of Presbyterians in promoting, supporting, or willfully ignoring the enslavement of other human beings. Most Presbyterians knew of the widespread physical and sexual violence that enslavers inflicted on the enslaved, and either approved of it or did nothing to prevent it. Most Presbyterians in the nineteenth century—whether in the South or the North—held racist attitudes toward African Americans and acted on those attitudes on a daily basis. In short, during that period when the Presbyterian Church was establishing itself as a central part of American life, most of its members were promoting slavery and anti-Black racism. In this important book, William Yoo demonstrates that to understand how Presbyterian Christians can promote racial justice today, they must first understand and acknowledge how deeply racial injustice is embedded in their history and identity as a denomination.

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Discover the untold truth about the history of slavery and anti-Black racism within the Presbyterian Church with "What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism." Written by William Yoo, this enlightening book not only reveals the shocking complicity of Presbyterians in promoting and supporting slavery, but also highlights the racist attitudes held by most members during the nineteenth century. By delving into this dark past, Yoo urges Presbyterian Christians to confront the deeply ingrained racial injustice within their own denomination.

Uncover the hidden truths that have long been swept under the rug. "What Kind of Christianity" paints an accurate and comprehensive picture of how slavery was not a mere tragedy that "just happened." Instead, Yoo showcases the active participation of most Presbyterians in the physical and sexual violence inflicted upon enslaved individuals. It's time to acknowledge that these acts were either approved of or willfully ignored by the majority of Presbyterians at that time.

As you delve into the pages of this eye-opening book, you'll gain a deep understanding of how Presbyterian Christians can effectively promote racial justice in today's society. By shining a light on the deeply entrenched racial injustice within their denomination's history, Presbyterians can pave the way for true progress and ensure a more inclusive future for all.

Don't let history repeat itself. Take the first step towards racial reconciliation and order your copy of "What Kind of Christianity: A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism" today. Empower yourself with the knowledge needed to foster real change and make a significant impact in the fight against racial injustice within the Presbyterian Church. Order Now!

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