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Black & Asian Christians United Against Racism

A live panel discussion on recent anti-Asian/Black racism,
its history in Chicago, and unity through inter-minority solidarity

 


April 5, 2021 • 6-8:30pm CDT

Apostolic Faith Church • Chicago, IL

3823 S. Indiana Ave.
Chicago, IL 60653

This live panel discussion will address the recent surge in anti-Asian violence in light of COVID-19 and highlight the need for Black and Asian American solidarity against racism and white supremacy. Panelists will also discuss how the Church is uniquely positioned to lead the way in efforts toward racial justice and unity.

Topics that will be addressed:

The histories, struggles, and contributions that each of our communities have experienced

The unique contributions and struggles that women in each of our communities have had to address

Why it is important for our communities to care about anti-Asian racism

Why it is important for our communities to care about anti-Black racism - movement for Black lives

Speakers include:

  • Dr. Charlie E. Dates, Pastor, Progressive Baptist Church

  • David Wu, Executive Director, Pui Tak Center

  • Dr. Gabriel J. Catanus, Pastor, Garden City Covenant Church

  • Dr. Gregory Lee, Associate Professor, Wheaton College

  • Bishop Horace Smith, M.D., Pastor, Apostolic Faith Church

  • Pastor Juliet Liu, Pastor, Life on the Vine Church

  • Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor, Trinity United Church of Christ

  • Pastor Raymond Chang, President, Asian American Christian Collaborative

  • Dr. Soong-Chan Rah, Professor, North Park Theological Seminary

  • Rev. Dr. Waltrina Middleton, Executive Director, Community Renewal Society

Special Reflections and Poetry by:

  • Sarah Lam

  • Kwyn Riley

Worship by AFC Band and James Paek


Program:

6:00-6:30p CST - Worship

6:30-8:30p CST - Panel discussion, special reflections and poetry

 
 

In person registration will be capped at 400 attendees. The event will be live streamed.

*All guests will be required to have their temperature taken and will be asked to use hand sanitizer upon entry to the building. We ask all guests to keep their masks on at all times. Guests whose temperatures exceed 100 degrees will be asked to participate virtually.

Thanks to our co-sponsors!