The pastor of a Chicago area church that called on parishioners to “fast” from “whiteness” during the Lenten season is defending the controversial move amid public outcry.
for the First United Church of Oak Park reads."Our music will be drawn from the African American spirituals tradition, from South African freedom songs, from Native American traditions, and many, many more."
The church also reportedly erected a sign promoting the racially-charged Lenten fast saying that it would be hosting worship services"around the voices of Black people, indigenous people, and people of color."Rev. Lydia Mulkey, identified as the associate pastor of education, explained the fast in a video posted on the church’s YouTube channel.
"Jesus LOVED EVERYBODY and never saw COLOR or RACE in his teachings," Pastor Dr. Willie J. Montague posted."Pastor John Edgerton needs to rethink his calling." Edgerton did not respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital whether the Lenten fast from whiteness will continue until Easter.
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