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Foundations:
An Introduction to Bridge-Building for White People (Christian-based)

It is unfair to expect the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) we are in a relationship with to bear the responsibility of educating us. Instead, we should take the initiative to learn through reading, research, and self-reflection and to learn from BIPOC-led organizations that have a unique understanding of how to build bridges.

Our Foundations course was created for our white community by our white educators. Designed as the first step in our transformational pathway, this course encourages you to do the preliminary and necessary work of self-reflection.

Your instructors will facilitate conversations on the Bible and race, how to build bridges sustainably, barriers to healthy bridge-building, and the white supremacy historical timeline.

No matter where you are on the journey of learning about racial justice, this course is informative and beneficial for those of us who desire to become active bridge-builders.

  Live Zoom sessions

*Live attendance is encouraged
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Learn how to be a bridge-builder.

Include Foundations in your plans for 2025.

You asked, and we listened! Now offering class times that work for both East and West Coast schedules. Join us at the time that fits you best!

Winter 2025 Session

January 23, 30; February 6, 13, 20, 27

Course 1:

Pacific Time (CA): 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Mountain Time (CO): 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Central Time (TX/IA): 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Eastern Time (NY): 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Course 2:

Pacific Time (CA): 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Mountain Time (CO): 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Central Time (TX/IA): 8:00 - 9:30 PM
Eastern Time (NY): 9:00 - 10:30 PM

Spring 2025 Session

April 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8

Course 1:


Pacific Time (CA): 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Mountain Time (CO): 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Central Time (TX/IA): 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Eastern Time (NY): 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Course 2:

Pacific Time (CA): 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Mountain Time (CO): 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Central Time (TX/IA): 8:00 - 9:30 PM
Eastern Time (NY): 9:00 - 10:30 PM

Fall 2025 Session

September 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16

Course 1:

Pacific Time (CA): 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Mountain Time (CO): 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Central Time (TX/IA): 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Eastern Time (NY): 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Class 2:

Pacific Time (CA): 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Mountain Time (CO): 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Central Time (TX/IA): 8:00 - 9:30 PM
Eastern Time (NY): 9:00 - 10:30 PM

Foundations: An Introduction to Bridge-Building for White People (Christian-based)

  • Level: Beginner
  • Study time: 6 hours
  • Instructors: Gina Fimbel, C-MSW & Brandie Johnson, MA, LPC, Tana Padilla
  • Video time: 9 hours
  • Connect with other bridge-builders
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Our students love us

Thank you for this opportunity. It helps me to connect with others and consider what God is calling me to in response to racism. I was challenged to move from compassion for people of color into the process of learning and action for racial justice. 
 I appreciated how the facilitators responded to where we were at -- all at varying levels and helping each person take the next step for them. There was no defensiveness or shaming but understanding where people were and accepting them where they were and where they want to go.
I have consumed a lot of information over the past couple of years so my takeaway is more about the manner in which the conversation was held. With dignity, reverence and respect. I have been so impressed by all of my interactions with BTB staff. I loved learning about advocating for God-assigned human value in light of a more complete understanding of history.
Course Instructor/Content Developer
Gina Fimbel
Course Instructor/Content Developer
Brandie Johnson