The Society, known as ESCRU, was organized in 1959. Its purpose as stated in 1969 was to work for the total eradication of racism in the Church, the nation and the world so that true reconciliation and unity, which are the outgrowth of equality and justice, may be realized in human life. Based in Atlanta, there were local chapters throughout the United States. Membership included Episcopal clergy and lay people. Annual conferences were held. As events and situations necessitated, protests, demonstrations, and other activities were held such as picketing segregated church-sponsored schools, integrating lunch counters, and participating in court cases for the protection of civil rights. A key founder and convenor of the Society was the Rev. John B. Morris.
From the description of Episcopal Society for Cultural and Racial Unity collection, 1959-1970. (Graduate Theological Union). WorldCat record id: 64575110
