Red, Brown, Yellow, Black, WhiteWho's More Precious In God's Sight?: A Call for Diversity in Christian Missions and Ministry

By: Velma Maia Thomas and Leroy Barber

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Synopsis: After more than two decades in urban missions, Leroy Barber discovered a disturbing trend: The virtual absence of people of color in the mission field has created a widening racial disconnect, to the point that Christian ministries can no longer relate to the people they claim to serve. RED, YELLOW, BLACK AND WHITE highlights the historic patterns that have created racial discrepancies within ministries, sheds light on the diversification needed in church and missions, and offers constructive, clear-cut solutions to promote a diverse leadership. With grace, insider expertise, and insightful understanding, Barber explores one of the most sensitive issues facing today's Christian ministries, offering practical and comprehensive solutions for creating a more diverse future. ructive, clear-cut solutions for how to truly promote diverse leadership in urban missions and ministries, for the benefit of the organization and the community being served With grace, insider expertise and insightful historical understanding, Barber takes on one of the most sensitive issues facing today's Christian ministries, offering practical, comprehensive solutions for creating a more diverse future.