With an African-American pastor taking the helm at a predominantly white church, and vice versa, their congregations are finding they can both celebrate differences and find common ground.
“It’s the same word, we’re all for the same cause, which is bringing those to Christ,” said Curtis Robinson, member of Concord Church.
We hope that our kids know there is no variation, we are one people,” said Cari Trotter, a member of Park Cities Baptist Church.
Both pastors acknowledge a racial divide in Dallas, calling it a “tale of two cities.” And both say faith should lead the way in bridging the gap.
“In Christ there’s no race, there’s no black or white, or ethnicity or nationality,” Warren said. “This is a global movement.”
The idea started with a friendship between both pastors. And they say they won’t stop here. Their congregations are working together behind the scenes, and hope to include more churches in the fall.
“I’ve got to make sure I’m cultivating relationships across racial lines and I don’t just stay in my comfort zone,” Carter said.
Contributing: Landon Haaf, WFAA-TV, Dallas-Fort Worth
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