A Library for Change: Exploring the Books in Our Decentering Whiteness Resource Hub

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Education is the foundational bedrock of this work, and books are a powerful tool for learning, reflection, and discussion. Our Resource Hub is a curated library of materials designed to support your congregation's journey, no matter where you are starting from. We've included a wide range of texts—from personal narratives to theological deep dives to practical guides.

Here are just a few of the essential titles you'll find:

  • Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the US by Lenny Duncan: This book serves as a powerful and honest call to action for the UCC and all faith communities seeking to live out their commitment to justice. Duncan's perspective is both challenging and full of grace.

  • White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo: A foundational text for understanding the defensiveness many white people feel when confronted with racial inequality and how to move past it. It provides key insights into how our reactions can impede genuine progress.

  • The Cross and the Lynching Tree by James Cone: A critical theological work that makes a profound connection between the suffering of Jesus on the cross and the history of racial violence against Black people in America. This book is essential for those who want to integrate this work into their faith.

  • Wait - Is this Racist?: A Guide to Becoming an Antiracist Church by Bryana Clover, Josh Riddick, and Kerry Conelly: This is a fantastic practical guide for congregations, offering a roadmap for identifying and dismantling racism in everyday church life.

  • Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi: An epic history of racist ideas in America, this book provides a comprehensive context for understanding the roots of the issues we are facing today.

A book club is an excellent way to start a conversation in your church. Choosing a title from our hub allows you to learn together and build a shared vocabulary.


Next Step: Ready to read? Visit the Resource Hub page on our website to see the full list of recommended books and get your discussion group started.