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In response to mandates from the National Convention, the Anti-Racism Committee of the Diocese of Louisiana has completed its initial study of Slavery in our Diocese. Our committee convinced the History Department of Tulane to do a careful study of how fellow Episcopalians promoted slavery from 1805 until the Civil War. A graduate student, Lieutenant Michael Goldston, wrote a 131 page master's thesis on the subject. It is attached. He received high praise from his History Department. Chairing his committee was Dr. Roseanne Adderly, an African American Episcopalian, active in her church here, St. Luke's.
For those who are conducting a study of slavery in their diocese, we highly recommend that you consult with history departments at colleges or universities in your area to see if they will initiate a similar study Much has been written about the slave trade in the United States, but still much primary research must be done. Few volunteers have either the time or the skills to do the kind of research that you will see in Michael Goldston's study.
Tulane University has a link to its news article about Mr. Goldston and his study: http://tulane.edu/news/newwave/032310_goldston.cfm.
The research is, of course, a first step. We are now developing ways to respond to the completed research as we try to promote justice, with love. Call me in New Orleans at 504-376-3807 if you would like to consult with me.
The Rev'd Canon William Barnwell
Co-chair of the Diocesan Anti-Racism Committee
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Ave., New Orleans LA 70130
(504) 862-0311
For those who are conducting a study of slavery in their diocese, we highly recommend that you consult with history departments at colleges or universities in your area to see if they will initiate a similar study Much has been written about the slave trade in the United States, but still much primary research must be done. Few volunteers have either the time or the skills to do the kind of research that you will see in Michael Goldston's study.
Tulane University has a link to its news article about Mr. Goldston and his study: http://tulane.edu/news/newwave/032310_goldston.cfm.
The research is, of course, a first step. We are now developing ways to respond to the completed research as we try to promote justice, with love. Call me in New Orleans at 504-376-3807 if you would like to consult with me.
The Rev'd Canon William Barnwell
Co-chair of the Diocesan Anti-Racism Committee
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Ave., New Orleans LA 70130
(504) 862-0311