Q. Why does the committee have a Web site?

Having a Web site offers increased openness, visibility, and accessibility of information to people from all over the world. Additionally, this information can be read in the privacy of one's home. Other UCG educational committees also have Web sites for their area of concern.

Q. What is the purpose of this Web site?

The primary purpose is mentioned in the introduction on the Web site, "Much of the information on this Web site will call your attention to the first step toward improved race relations—identifying the problem."

The Mission Statement of the Race Relations Committee is: To promote understanding and tolerance among people of diverse racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds by striving to reflect the mind of Jesus Christ.

The Race Relations Committee is part of the General Education Program of the United Church of God, an International Association ("UCGIA"). Therefore, the Web site will focus on race relations and educate our readers toward the overall goal of improved human relationships.

Q. Is the site a private site or a UCGIA approved site?

The site is approved by UCGIA. The Race Relations Committee strives to work under the umbrella of the UCG’s General Education Program and Ministerial Services. The UCG Race Relations Committee is comprised of ordained UCG ministers, who have sought the guidance of fellow ministers, members and the appropriate personnel for this Web site.

Q. Will it be linked to the UCGIA Web site?

This Web site was included in the latest program for UCG Web sites, therefore, our webmaster is appointed by the Home Office.

Q. Who will be allowed to put information on the site?

The information for the Race Relations Web site is supplied by the Race Relations Committee, which gleans input from those who visit the site as well as others.

Q. Will the site be available to everyone?

Yes, the site will be available to anyone who has access to the Internet.

Q. Will interracial marriage be addressed on the Web site?

A paper for this subject is available via the Race Relations home page.

Q. Will the site be interactive?

The site is intended to be somewhat of an electronic “library” as an educational tool on the topic of race relations. Therefore, the site has not been interactive however there has been email capability for optional comments