violation of the teachings of Christ and has consistently

  Working aggressively to remove barriers to Christian

supported the struggle for civil rights of racial minorities 

fellowship and communion

through a 1956 resolution.

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Furthermore, NAE

  Affirming biblical norms in race relations in churches

encouraged its member churches to desegregate  both in

and communities

spirit and practice and the opening of the doors of all

  Challenging schools, colleges, universities and

sanctuaries of worship to every person, regardless of race

seminaries to provide caring and loving environments

or national origin. 

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for students of various races or economic classes

The NAE, along with al Black Evangelical

Association (NBEA), represents Protestant denominations

The NAE also challenges ministers to preach  the whole

and thousands of independent churches that work

counsel of God  particularly as it relates to the sin of

 together to break down racial barriers between African 

racism.  Congregations need to be confronted without

American and White churches.  Together this joint task

the reality that salvation is not based on social condition,

force works to  condemn the bigotry and violence  that

class, race or national origin, but solely on the grace of

results from racism. 

God. If Christians take seriously the doctrine of salvation

The NAE intends to share practical expressions of their

by grace, they must demonstrate that fundamental

commitment against racism, setting an example to their

principle in dealings with others. 

member churches, with the NBEA through:

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  Prayer

  Encouraging local churches to reject de facto

segregation

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