“Jesus: The Center of History and Every Human Heart”
Presented by Father Charles Warren (Diocese of Rockford ’19)
As we witness our country divided, Father Warren discusses how our Catholic Faith informs us of the dignity of every human person.
Resources from Fr. Warren’s Talk on Racism (ordered by appearance in talk)
Catechism of the Catholic Church
● #1699-1876; #1934-1938
Fr. Josh Johnson
● His Podcast – “Ask Fr. Josh”
○ Episode “Healing the Racial Divide”
○ Episode “Police Reform, Removing Statues, and Catholic Speakers”
● He Recommends:
○ Black Catholic Voices – Chika Anyanwu, Avera Maria Santo, Gloria Purvis
● He Recommends with some scrutiny (not agreeing with everything, but good for context)
○ Documentary – “13th” by Ava DuVernay
○ Books – “New Jim Crow” by Michelle Alexander
○ Articles – “White Fragility” by Robin DeAngelo
