I began my research on Kwanzaa in the
early 1980's after my sister, who was a member of Dr. Karenga's Black
activist group called the US Organization, denounced her faith in Christ
claiming Christianity as a white man's religion.
Determined to find out the teachings that
persuaded my sister's complete change in faith, I went with her to
"the Center" to hear what was being taught. I was shocked at the
"us" against the "white man" attitude that seeped
through the meetings, and especially at the negativity directed toward the
Christian and Jewish religions.
At first I tried going to a few black
ministers in the Los Angeles area, with the last minister I attempted,
giving him copies of Karenga's books. None of the ministers appeared
interested except one, who simply was too busy with his own particular
ministries. Frustrated with the lack of support I received from these
ministers, I eventually lost interest myself and no longer sought out the
help of other ministers. I was a young mom with two young infants and did
not feel compelled to tackle such a humongous task of taking on the
"black community" at that time.
Some years later during the 90's, I began
to notice the popularity of Kwanzaa growing. My sister had since
recommitted her life to Christ (although remaining close to Dr. Karenga
and the US organization who had become like a family to her). But an
incident at my children's schools perked my interest in Karenga's writings
once again. They were no longer allowed to say "Christmas" or
anything with Jesus' name, but Kwanzaa celebrations were allowed during
the traditional time when the school Christmas programs would be played.
Motivated to get the message out to
people about Kwanzaa, I began to tackle the research and writing that I
had earlier wanted the more affluent and well spoken Pastors to tackle and
the result has been articles published in Christian newspapers, guest
appearances on Christian/Secular talk shows and now a website for the
world to freely learn of the dark, racist and humanistic messages of the
Kwanzaa celebration.
True, Dr. Karenga has changed his
language regarding Kwanzaa over the years, but his goal appears to remain
the same: separation of the "races" and attainment of
"godhood" while never submitting to the One True God and Lord
Jesus Christ.
Carlotta Morrow
The author currently resides in the San Diego area
with her 17 year old son and 20 year old daughter. She is
active in various ministries at the Rock Church San
Diego.
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