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Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

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Welcome to the Eastern Synod’s

Racial Justice Committee

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1 Year since George Floyd

“This is a lifelong endeavour; accept that mistakes will be made and move on, then re-charge and re-engage.”

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In Solidarity with our AAPI Siblings

“ ‘Othering’ people and communities who are different ends up being a survival tactic that is both selfish and the cause of societal breakdown.”

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George Floyd and Racial Violence

“The Spirit moves us to stand courageously, to advocate persistently, and to act compassionately as people of faith.”

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We are a committee that works to be a more open and welcoming presence within the Eastern Synod for those who are or feel marginalized because of their race, colour, or ethnicity. 

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