In 2006, Christ Congregational Church (CCC) adopted a
covenant to become an anti-racist church, committing to dismantle racism and to work towards a society that reflects the Gospel. The
Racial Justice Circle (RJC) was established to carry out this mission. The RJC sponsors study groups, leads advocacy efforts, organizes educational sessions, and works closely with the Senior Pastor on initiatives like
Black Lives Matter.
We hold a vision of becoming a multi-cultural, multi-racial, anti-racist congregation that more faithfully reflects the entire community of Silver Spring, Maryland. We believe it is our role to take an active stance in systematically dismantling racism. A part of an anti-racism stance is acknowledging a system of white privilege in the United States which tends to perpetuate societal stereotypes in all its citizens.
Read our Anti-racist Covenant