From the editor: About our recent coverage of racial issues in Churches of Christ
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At Tulsa massacre’s centennial, two Oklahoma churches focus on racial unity
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — At the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, two preachers — one Black, one White — stand on stage at…
Christian faith drives two leading advocates of Tulsa Race Massacre justice
TULSA, Okla. — Two weeks after her 107th birthday, Viola Fletcher traveled to Washington, D.C., this month to tell a congressional subcommittee what happened to her…
As daughter graduates, just one request
MALIBU, Calif. — My 21-year-old daughter, Kendall, and I are driving through a dark tunnel on a twisty canyon road when a perfect dad joke…
In city where George Floyd died, minister emerges as key champion for justice
MINNEAPOLIS — To Russell A. Pointer Sr., feeding hungry neighbors is biblical. So, too, is fighting for justice. The 56-year-old preacher might not be a…
A tragic death, a tough dialogue
WOODBURY, Minn. — A year ago, George Floyd’s killing sparked outrage around the world. At the Woodbury Church of Christ, a predominantly White congregation about 20…
‘I prayed that God’s justice … would prevail’
As former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted on all counts in George Floyd’s killing, millions of Americans watched on live television. Jerry Taylor,…
‘Life-saving miracle’ gave Kansas church member five extra years
The news hit me like a fastball to the gut. “With overwhelming sadness, we need to share that the Lord called Josh home today,” Krista…
Take our survey: Will communion and offering changes brought by COVID-19 era last?
For many Churches of Christ, COVID-19 has brought changes to the Lord's Supper and offering practices, ranging from portable communion supplies to online giving. As…
Christian Chronicle wins 13 national awards from Associated Church Press
The Christian Chronicle's comprehensive coverage of the global COVID-19 pandemic and racial justice protests after George Floyd's death in Minneapolis police custody earned top honors…
