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White Awake: An Honest Look at What It Means to Be White Paperback – September 19, 2017

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Daniel Hill will never forget the day he heard these words: "Daniel, you may be white, but don't let that lull you into thinking you have no culture. White culture is very real. In fact, when white culture comes in contact with other cultures, it almost always wins. So it would be a really good idea for you to learn about your culture." Confused and unsettled by this encounter, Hill began a journey of understanding his own white identity. Today he is an active participant in addressing and confronting racial and systemic injustices. And in this compelling and timely book, he shows you the seven stages to expect on your own path to cultural awakening. It's crucial to understand both personal and social realities in the areas of race, culture, and identity. This book will give you a new perspective on being white and also empower you to be an agent of reconciliation in our increasingly diverse and divided world.

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"White Awake is a profoundly pastoral book with serious implications for the ecclesial, social, and political life of our nation. At a time when conversations about race seem increasingly cross-pressured by various interests and motivations, readers can trust Daniel Hill to tell them the truth about racism and white supremacy. Hill does not use these fraught issues to manipulate, but rather to help his readers see more clearly. If Christians read and consider this book carefully, it will help them. It helped me. I'm grateful to Daniel for writing White Awake." -- Michael Wear, author of Reclaiming Hope

"Daniel Hill's personal and deep dive into whiteness, reconciliation, and the dividing lines in our social matrix of race is needed like never before. At a time of ongoing racial weariness and colorblind responses, I'm so grateful for this resource. Allow the transparency and courage of this book to lead you into the needed work of unity, liberation, and justice." -- Efrem Smith, author of Killing Us Softly and The Post-Black and Post-White Church

"White Awake is at once personal, practical, and provocative. Well conceived, researched, and written, this timely book provides a detailed consideration of cultural identity and its formation from which everyone can benefit―particularly those of us who are white and willing to engage the topic not only for our own benefit but, more significantly, for the sake of the gospel, as ambassadors of Christ and ministers of reconciliation in an increasingly diverse society. Indeed, it is long past time for us to reflect deeply and responsibly on race, racialization, and reconciliation. With refreshing honesty and only the best of intentions, Daniel has provided us with a means to do just that." -- Mark DeYmaz, founding pastor of Mosaic Church, author of Building a Healthy Multi-Ethnic Church

"Rarely have I run across a book written with more humility than what Daniel Hill accomplishes in White Awake. I was surprised from the first chapter all the way through the end, not with Daniel's intellectual grasp of the topic (although it's incredibly strong), but with his ability to walk circumspectly and see himself as the primary student in his story. White Awake offers . . . a practical and clear path for others to navigate the experience, disorientation, and ultimate awakening that comes with deep reflection on white racial identity. This book has rightfully earned a place on my bookshelf and in my list of recommended books―I'm confident it will earn a similar spot in yours as well." -- Ken Wytsma, founder of The Justice Conference, author of The Myth of Equality and Create vs. Copy

"Daniel Hill sought me out as a mentor over two decades ago, and it has been a joy to watch the progress of him and his church. Now, in White Awake, he shares lessons learned on his journey of following Jesus into the ministry of reconciliation. As Christians in this day and age, we need to all think critically and closely examine the teachings of Scripture. In this book, you will find fresh thinking around the critical topic of race, and I would encourage every Christian to read it." -- John M. Perkins, author, cofounder of the Christian Community Development Association

"In White Awake, Rev. Dr. Daniel Hill divulges his most intimate experiences of whiteness and how white privilege impacts our society. He thoughtfully uncovers cultural identity, social constructions of race, and colorblindness in a manner that is both provoking and enlightening on the pressing social reality for people of color. Hill offers seven stages to a ministry of reconciliation as he invites us to wander away from our comfort zones and challenge us to become informed new beings. White Awake is a crucial book for our time, as the social and political landscape progresses into torrential territories. This book is challenging, provocative, and significant, and I strongly recommend it." -- Grace Ji-Sun Kim, associate professor of theology, Earlham School of Religion, author of several books, including Embracing the Other and Mother Daughter Speak

"Daniel Hill has been my friend for almost two decades, and with each passing year, I learn more from him and admire him more. His passion, intelligence, and depth are gifts to the community he pastors and to the city of Chicago, and this book is a wise and helpful guide for all of us who want to learn more about both the theology and practice of reconciliation in America today." -- Shauna Niequist, New York Times–bestselling author of Present Over Perfect

"For about two decades, Daniel Hill has been wrestling with what it means to be a white man in America and a white pastor in the city of Chicago. He is fearlessly curious and inquisitive. When things get uncomfortable, he leans in. This book is Daniel's invitation to lean in to the current moment and join the movement for racial justice―lest we discover a generation from now that we slept through a revolution." -- Shane Claiborne, author and activist

"In White Awake, Daniel Hill humbly and insightfully shares his personal journey of understanding race and privilege. He provides a practical and challenging look at the blinders and barriers that hinder racial reconciliation and our ability to advocate for equity and justice for all. I am grateful for this resource that helped me better understand where I am in my own journey and how I can more effectively challenge myself and my church to be active participants in furthering the Jesus mission of reconciliation and restoration." -- Dave Ferguson, lead pastor, Community Christian Church, lead visionary, NewThing

"Many evangelicals of color have grown weary of ringing the bell and issuing the clarion call for racial justice. While we do not look for white evangelicals to legitimize or affirm our perspective, it's nice on occasion to know that there are 'woke' white evangelicals out there. It's nice to know that these efforts have not been in vain. Daniel Hill has been my friend and ally for many years. In this book, you will have the chance to hear his story and heart―and learn from a learner." -- Soong-Chan Rah, Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism, North Park Theological Seminary, author of The Next Evangelicalism and Prophetic Lament

"Have you ever been awakened to a new reality? In White Awake, my friend Daniel Hill bravely reimagines St. Paul's call to awake from slumber. Hill's confession is a courageous call for Christians to respond faithfully to discipleship's demands, beyond guilt and shame, toward racial justice, reconciliation, and action. His journey will doubtlessly awaken others!" -- Gabriel Salguero, president, National Latino Evangelical Coalition

"We are waking up to the reality that the construct of race that elevates whiteness as superior is destroying us all, regardless of ethnicity. White Awake helps us slay this giant and regain the hope that is found in Christ to see all people as magnificently created in the image of God. Thank you, Daniel, for your courage and for writing this book." -- Noel Castellanos, president of the Christian Community Development Association, author of Where the Cross Meets the Street

"White Awake is a call to tell the truth. It is a call to follow Jesus. It is a call to find our deepest sense of identity in Christ, but also to realize that those who are white can't get there without breaking free of the distorted sense of identity they have internalized from the narrative of racial difference. . . . As you encounter Daniel's story of wrestling with his own ethnic identity, I hope that his honest reflections create a safe environment for others to embark on a similar path. For those who take the journey, this book has the potential to change hearts and minds and help Christians reclaim a message of reconciliation that repairs our interracial relationships and the structures that mediate those relationships. Let the awakening to racial and social healing begin!" -- ―from the foreword by Brenda Salter McNeil

"White Awake is a much-needed starting place for conversations about racism and the system of sin that is white superiority." -- Mbherald.com, August 21, 2017

"White Awake is a must read for anyone serious about healing racial division in our country and our churches. Daniel Hill is a gift to the body of Christ. His work is a riveting and refreshing appeal to people of all nations to become white awake!" -- Tyshawn Gardner, Presbyterion: Covenant Seminary Review, 44/2 (Fall 2018)

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"White Awake is a must read for anyone serious about healing racial division in our country and our churches. Daniel Hill is a gift to the body of Christ. His work is a riveting and refreshing appeal to people of all nations to become white awake!"

-- Tyshawn Gardner, Presbyterion: Covenant Seminary Review, 44/2 (Fall 2018)

About the Author

Daniel Hill is the founding and senior pastor of River City Community Church, a vibrant, multiethnic church in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago. He is the author of 10:10: Life to the Fullest. Prior to starting River City, Daniel worked in the business world before serving five years on the staff of Willow Creek Community Church in the Chicago suburbs. He has a business degree from Purdue University, an MA in theology from Moody Bible Institute, a certificate in church-based community and economic development from Harvard Divinity School, and a DMin from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married to Elizabeth, who is a professor of psychology, and they are the proud parents of two children.

Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil is a dynamic speaker, author and trailblazer with over twenty-five years of experience in the ministry of racial, ethnic and gender reconciliation. She was featured as one of the fifty most influential women to watch by Christianity Today in 2012 and is an associate professor of reconciliation studies in the School of Theology at Seattle Pacific University, where she also directs the Reconciliation Studies program. Salter McNeil was previously the president and founder of Salter McNeil Associates, a reconciliation organization that provided speaking, training and consulting to colleges, churches and faith-based organizations. She also served on the staff of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship for fourteen years as a Multiethnic Ministries Specialist. She earned a MDiv from Fuller Theological Seminary, a DMin from Palmer Theological Seminary and was awarded a Doctorate of Humane Letters from North Park University. She is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Covenant Church and is on the pastoral staff of Quest Church in Seattle. In addition, she serves on the board of directors for Wycliffe USA and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship USA. She is also the coauthor of The Heart of Racial Justice and the author of A Credible Witness. Brenda lives in Seattle with her husband Dr. J. Derek McNeil and their two children.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ IVP (September 19, 2017)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0830843930
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0830843930
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.2 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.58 x 8.25 inches

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Daniel Hill is the author of "White Lies," "White Awake," and "10:10: Life to the Fullest," and is the Founding and Senior Pastor of River City Community Church, located in the west Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago. The vision of River City is centered on the core values of worship, reconciliation, and neighborhood development. Formed in 2003, River City longs to see increased spiritual renewal as well as social and economic justice in the Humboldt Park neighborhood and entire city, demonstrating compassion and alleviating poverty as tangible expressions of the Kingdom of God.

Prior to starting River City, Daniel launched a dot.com in the 90’s before serving 5 years on the staff of Willow Creek Community Church in the suburbs of Chicago. Daniel has his B.S. in Business from Purdue University, his M.A. in Theology from Moody Bible Institute, his certificate in Church-based Community and Economic Development from Harvard Divinity School, and his D.Min. from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary. Daniel is married to Elizabeth, who is a Professor of Psychology, and they are the proud parents of Xander and Gabriella Hill.

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Stunning. This incisive and evocative book struck at an issue that I've been trying to ocme to grips with and explain but failing miserably. Pastor Hill walks through six stages of a White Christian understanding racial privilege and the role of reconciliation in the church. With personal stories, careful Scripture interpretation, and a rich selection of research from sociologists, theologians, and current events, this book feels deeply grounded. Hill is determined to spark a focused reflection i nthe reader and does not shy away from exposing his own struggles in the area. I love how he breaks down the cycle of struggling with racial differences and systems and repeatedly reminds the reader that there is no finish line: this is a life long journey.

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He makes the argument that the question of "What should I do?" is an immature response to the revelation of racial injustice because it continues to center the White person in power and action. (Let me just roll up my sleeves and fix this issue because no one like ME has tried.) Instead he drives home the point that first you must clearly SEE as Jesus does. This delayed response could seem chafing but it reflects his investment in sustainable change and heart reformation that then leads into healthy and helpful actions.

He also argues that what communities of color need from White Christians is not their emotion and shame. Instead invest in stamina. Persons of color do not have the option to walk away from the pressure, exhaustion and fear of our racial climate. White folk do and often take advantage of that privilege because engaging with it is draining and personally painful in a way that we are not used to experiencing. He encourages proximity to suffering- a beautiful example of the way that Christ calls us to serve one another but in an intensely practical way. Move your house. Get up close and personal with the pain and grief of a neighborhood that doesn't look the way you want it to or feel safe. Invest in spaces that you could easily drive by and ignore.

I found this book enlightening, encouraging, and pointed. It made me dig deeper into my mindset and challenge myself not to become complacent in my own growth. The kindness in his writing reflects someone who has truly walked this walk in all of it's discomfort and exhaustion and still can honestly say "It's worth it." I'm so grateful for this book and the author!

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A must read for all those who want to start having honest conversations about race

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I read this book last year to better understand my part in racism as a white woman married to an African American man. It was the BEST book I’ve read to shed light on things he’s tried to explain as well as things I’ve seen happen to him and our three biracial children. I love his Biblical perspective and his honest look at our shame and denial that keeps us from being honest. My husband read it and said it was the best book on racism he’s ever read. If you want to do something to start the much needed conversation we as white people need to have, start here. Then start having conversations. God bless Daniel Hill for having the courage to write this book.

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Daniel Hill’s research is extraordinary. The book is extremely well written and has informed my perspective on the world we live in. I am more motivated than ever to represent underserved communities as a white American man.

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Theologically based, loving call to change

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This is a book I wish all aspiring pastors and leaders in seminary were asked to read. The recognition of my own white privilege fully surfaced once becoming a foster parent. Over the past several years, I have journeyed through the steps he shares in this book. I was amazed at how my journey lined up with what he laid out.

I, too, had been apart of primarily white congregations with white pastors for my entire life until last year. As i opened the pages of this book, i was in the shame/guilt/judgmental phase and i believe this book was used by the Holy Spirit to remind me of the vitality of repentance.

I found his writings extremely challenging but with a tender undertone. He readily shares that he, too, has walked through this journey and thus he does preach down at you from on high. I value that his drive for racial reconciliation is Jesus and his continual reminder of His kingdom coming to earth.

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A must-read for white American Christians

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If you're not a Christian, you might still find this book academically interesting, as a lot of the practical advice still applies. If you do identify as American, Christian, and white, however, this book should be required reading. Then, once you've finished reading, the work really starts!

We should be rightfully leery of a white person speaking about race, but his experience of how it looks and feels for a white Christian to move from, as he says, blindness to sight with respect to race in America is important. Yes, it could be read as making white people's problems more important than others', but it's a valuable service to Hill's fellow Christians of all races. He's already done a lot of work and soul-searching with people of color; he's already made mistakes; so anything I can learn from him without having to burden the (shamefully few) people of color I know, and any mistakes I can avoid because of it, seem like a win to me. He can explain the painfully obvious to me so that others don't have to.

The book has solid theology and comes highly recommended from Christians of color, who want and need their white brethren to wake up to the reality of their problems. Hill finishes by quoting Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. "I have almost reached the regrettable conclusion that the Negro’s great stumbling block in his stride toward freedom is...the white moderate, who is more devoted to “order” than to justice; who prefers a negative peace which is the absence of tension to a positive peace which is the presence of justice; who constantly says: “I agree with you in the goal you seek, but I cannot agree with your methods of direct action”..." This is your first step to be a really ally.

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Terrible - if this topic interests you, buy from a Black, Indigenous, or any Person of color regarding the knowledge they have. Purchased this book by mistake and hugely disappointed, even attempted to read it since returning it is a loss. Not worth your time or money.

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