“Brothers and sisters, please listen carefully to what I am about to say. God does not love one race more than another. His doctrine on this matter is clear. He invites all to come unto Him, “black and white, bond and free, male and female.” Russell M. Nelson
“I assure you that your standing before God is not determined by the color of your skin. Favor or disfavor with God is dependent upon your devotion to God and His commandments and not the color of your skin.” Russell M. Nelson
To read what the Mormon Church has to say about race, specifically blacks and the priesthood, here is a great resource:
Race And The Priesthood – Gospel Essays Church Website
For additional resources and reading:
Yes, We Really Do Need To Talk About Race – Public Square Magazine
Honest Questions About Race for Fellow Disciples – Public Square Magazine
Race and Representation in Latter-day Saint Art – Public Square Magazine
The Public Takes On The BYU Racial Equity Report – Public Square Magazine
A Fourth Take on The BYU Racial Equity Report – Public Square Magazine
White Privilege – A Latter-day Saint’s Perspective – Third Hour
Will we be of different races in the hereafter? – Ask Gramps
Where did the black race originate? Did it have anything to do with the Priesthood ban? – Ask Gramps
