Umoja
“Umoja: A Curriculum for African American Christian Faith Communities”
by Ronald Stringfellow
Pacific School of Religion, 2013, 47 Pages
At A Glance: “Umoja” provides a framework for fostering unity and safe discussions within African-American faith communities about 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, addressing the social and emotional impact of exclusion while encouraging a more inclusive approach to Christian fellowship.
Overview: “Umoja: A Curriculum for African American Christian Faith Communities” tackles the division within African-American faith communities regarding the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, particularly when the Bible seems to oppose it.
The curriculum aims to foster safe and non-threatening dialogue, guiding participants through film clips and group discussion questions to understand the emotional and social impact of exclusion on those seeking a place in the church but feeling unwelcome due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
By focusing on the concept of unity (umoja), the curriculum seeks to bridge the gap between traditional teachings and the reality of 2SLGBTQIA+ people’s experiences, offering tools to navigate the often-heated discussions surrounding faith and sexuality.
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