Opposing Christian Nationalism:
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First Church Williamstown takes an active, ongoing interest in the rise and influence of Christian nationalism. We have created a task force to study this issue, and we continue to host films, study groups, and speakers to become better informed.  If you are interested in connecting with us, reach out to Betsy Burris or David Langston.

December 2024 – Resources . . . Events (links)

“White Christian nationalism is the biggest threat to American society in this turbulent moment in our history” — so says The Center for American Progress in a recent survey. A direct result of white supremacy and with deep roots in American popular religion, Christian nationalism has developed rapidly in recent years — and it now imperils individual liberty, threatens social harmony, and jeopardizes the civic standard of religious liberty.


“THIS is Christianity – the gospel calls us to sacrificial love rather than to divisive condemnation of our neighbors.


Christian nationalism: an interfaith colloquy
      (FCCW, 2021)

Links to resources, history, context:
Supporting documents for further study and discussion.