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Beklager, denne post er kun tilg\u00e6ngelig i English<\/a>.<\/p>

I was looking at my computer screen, feeling so many emotions, fighting back my tears.\u00a0 I was moved by the video that was playing on my computer.\u00a0 I was watching a video that was created by Hillsong UK several years ago in honor of Black History month.\u00a0 As a mom of three black kids and one black grandson, and as a social worker and school counselor who has devoted her life to justice, I was deeply moved by the beautiful stories I was being given the privilege to lean into and learn from.<\/p>\n

I don\u2019t know if you are aware, but all around the world different countries take certain days and months to honor different cultural groups.\u00a0 Many of our global Hillsong locations have participated in the tradition.\u00a0 It is a time of remembering, honoring, learning, and celebrating the racial and ethnic diversity that makes up our world.\u00a0 One example is that in July in the UK it is Asian Heritage Month and in Australia it is NAIDOC week.<\/p>\n

February is no exception to the global tradition, as Canada, Germany and the United States honor Black History Month.\u00a0 Black history month was created ninety-seven years ago in the US.\u00a0 In 1926, Carter G Woodson, a prominent African American and historian created Negro History Week.\u00a0 It is out of this week that Black History Month was created. \u00a0The Netherlands and the UK honor Black History month in October.<\/p>\n

Black history is deeply personal and with this as our backdrop I asked my friend Femi Olu-Lafe what Black History Month means to her.\u00a0 A little about Femi is that she is attends Hillsong East Coast (in the United States), is a member of the Hillsong Global Race Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and is the Senior Vice President of Global Culture & Inclusion for Kinesso and its sister agencies.\u00a0 This is what Femi said:<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, Black History Month is this important moment where as a nation we reflect and honor. \u00a0\u00a0For me Black History Month is about reflection and acknowledging the triumphs and trials of Black people. \u00a0It’s about looking at where we are right now, our current state and leveraging this spotlight to drive meaningful change this month and beyond. Black History Month is a time to appreciate Black excellence while also recognizing Black humanity. \u00a0It’s a time of somberness and celebration, reflection and action. It’s a time to consider the part I want to play to make a difference.\u201d<\/p>\n

Femi and I also talked about ways to honor Black History Month, Femi sharing a few suggestions.\u00a0 Here is a little window into our conversation.<\/p>\n

Femi\u2019s first suggestion was to consider curiosity<\/em><\/strong>.\u00a0 She shared, \u201cno matter how much or little someone knows about Black History Month, they should ask the following question; how can I be more curious?\u201d\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>So good, because this requires a certain heart posture, of both humility and curiosity.\u00a0 Femi said to me, \u201cthere are always new things to learn<\/em><\/strong>.\u00a0 I am a part of this community, and yet I am always learning new things about it.\u201d\u00a0 Here are some next steps we discussed:<\/p>\n

– Make a list of things you can do to educate yourself beyond what you know and then spend the month being curious<\/p>\n

– Start with an internet search to learn more and educate yourself<\/p>\n

– Start with, why is this month important<\/p>\n

– Then ask, how can I learn more about this month and this people and this community<\/p>\n

While the goal of Black History Month is to honor the Black experience, it is important to be mindful that there is no single definitive Black experience. The global Black community is diverse and filled with varying perspectives, histories, cultures and backgrounds. It is important to not make assumptions, and to seek out many stories instead of one single narrative.\u00a0 Here are some additional resources<\/a> put together by one of our Hillsong locations.<\/p>\n

Femi\u2019s second suggestion was to consider compassion<\/em><\/strong>.\u00a0 As we talked, I felt a little bit of the preacher in me coming out, because come on now!\u00a0 Compassion is role modeled by Jesus time and time again!\u00a0 Compassion is the business of the Holy Spirit!\u00a0 Compassion is living out the second greatest commandment!\u00a0 Compassion should move us to action!\u00a0 Femi shared:<\/p>\n

\u201cAs you learn, you might find things that move your heart.\u00a0 It is something you can prayerfully consider and ask God, how<\/em><\/strong> do I become more compassionate?<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0 What do you want me to do about what I am learning? \u00a0Maybe you learn something, and God highlights someone or an organization that you can partner with or support.\u201d<\/p>\n

Femi\u2019s third suggestion was to consider celebrating<\/em><\/strong>.\u00a0 Celebrating the hard work, it has taken to get to where we are today.\u00a0 Celebrating the beauty of diversity.\u00a0 Celebrating the way that God personally directs you to.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m going to end with a quote Femi ended with as we wrapped up our conversation.\u00a0 The quote she shared was: \u201cbe the reason someone feels welcomed, seen, heard, valued, and loved.\u201d\u00a0 I pray this is our heart as a global Hillsong community.\u00a0 For every month of the year, as we continue to press into ethnic and racial healing and unity.<\/p>\n

Maria Hansen-Quine, LASW, MSW, CSC<\/p>\n

Hillsong Global Race Diversity and Inclusion Manager<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Beklager, denne post er kun tilg\u00e6ngelig i English<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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