Re-Membering Ourselves or Being Remembered By Others – What is our Hope for Black History?

February 4, 2021

What is Black History Month?

What is its purpose? What should be its purpose? What is the best use of Black History, in these times?

What are we remembering? What does it mean to “re-member?”

As we enter Black History Month, in the wake of White Insurrection, it is time to reconsider our approach to our story and its usage. It might not be the best use of Black History as a means to “enrich American History.”

Maybe it’s better to focus Black History on enriching the devalued and dismembered Black American? Better to use Black History for enriching the devalued and dismembered African people of the world…

This is our exploration in this episode of Blacks with Power. After checking it out, what do you think? What needs to be remembered? Where should we be placing the emphasis of remembering and who should be most invested in this remembering?

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3 comments on “Re-Membering Ourselves or Being Remembered By Others – What is our Hope for Black History?

  1. I was sorry when Pr. Jimmie said he did know either of his grandfathers. I love doing genealogy and it occurred to me that he might enjoy researching his grandfathers through genealogy and placing them in time and place. We all descend from strong people, because otherwise we wouldn’t exist.
    Also – where did Bishop Turner want to emigrate to?

    • Jimmie Feb 6, 2021

      Hey Alexandra, thank you so much for your response. I am interested in your research. Please feel free to email me. My email address is jimmie.j83@gmail.com. I am looking forward to connecting.

      Bishop Turner talked about emigrating to Africa. He had done mission work in Africa. I am sure Fr. Jabriel can provide you with more info on this.

      • Alexandra Mar 7, 2021

        Hello Pr Jimmie – I emailed you directly.
        Best,
        Alexandra