Pastor John O wraps up our series by warning us of the feeling of apathy that may tempt us after time has passed. He ends with sharing practical ways to prevent apathy, and how to continue to pursue reconciliation within our local communities.

Day 20- David & Deana Hamilton: A Family's Perspective

Aug 14th, 2016 19m 9s

In light of recent tragedies, David and Deana share about their day-to-day concerns and fears as a family. But even with their fears, they share of the passion and hope they have for being present in their neighborhood and community.

Day 19- Ryan West: Be Local

Aug 13th, 2016 14m 7s

Ryan gives us insight to preventative measures that we can take moving forward: 1. Be local in your neighborhood 2. Be committed to local relationships. 3. Be active in addressing the root causes to systematic problems.

Day 18 - Stephanie Smith: Grieve With Those Who Grieve

Aug 12th, 2016 15m 19s

Stephanie shared about the discipline of listening to others- their stories and how they process pain and suffering. As well as how investing more in people and places will inevitably give us the ability to grieve with those who grieve.

Day 17- Damian Boyd: Begin With Friendship

Aug 11th, 2016 15m 56s

Damian shares about his initial frustrations towards his brothers and sisters in the faith for their lack of understanding. But he later emphasized how essential friendship is to bringing about reconciliation.

Day 16- Keynon Akers: Righteous Anger

Aug 10th, 2016 15m 16s

Keynon shares about the anger he felt in response to recent tragedies, and gave wisdom on how to refrain from allowing such anger to turn into sin. He also spoke on the lack of responsibility African-Americans have taken to help change and rest

Day 15- Bill & Kitti Murray: Embrace Suffering

Aug 9th, 2016 15m 42s

Bill and Kitti Murray share about their passion for reaching the resettled refugees in Clarkston, and how it has helped them to embrace brokenness and suffering.

Day 14- Corwin Oglesby: Pour into the Black Male

Aug 8th, 2016 15m 22s

Corwin points out the lack of responsibility we, as a people, have taken to rebuild and restore families. He urges men and fathers to pour into the lives and families of African-American males, in order to bring about lasting change and reconci

Day 13- BJ Thompson: The Narrative

Aug 7th, 2016 13m 45s

Bj reflects on recent tragedies, as well as speaks on the divisive narrative that media feeds us.

Day 12- Muche Ukegbu: Pursue Justice

Aug 6th, 2016 17m 33s

Pastor Muche gives a thorough explanation of the true meaning of justice.

Day 11- Anna Perez: The Challenge to Know

Aug 5th, 2016 14m 40s

Anna shares about her experiences of listening to the hurts of some of her closest friends and how they've been affected by recent tragedies. Anna also speaks on the "challenge to know" and how heartfelt knowledge of one another can help elimin

Day 10- Walter Strickland: Restore Dignity

Aug 4th, 2016 14m 52s

Upon hearing the news of recent tragedies, Walter shares about how crushed he was by the differing views of dignity among African Americans. He also speaks on the opposing views of Black Lives Matter and All Lives Matter, and the lack of depth

Day 9- Jorge Mendoza: Look to the Scriptures

Aug 3rd, 2016 14m 12s

Pastor Jorge urges Christians to look to the scriptures to shape how we process and respond to racial division and injustice. He challenges us to "do theology with an accent,” by paying attention to the ethnic conversations and situations that

Day 8- Ryan McCammack: Quick to Listen, Slow to Speak

Aug 2nd, 2016 16m 2s

Pastor Ryan shares how essential it is for the church to fight for solidarity in a divided nation. The best way to bring about unity is to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry.

Day 7- Michelle Branch: A Concerned Mother

Aug 1st, 2016 14m 42s

Michelle shares both challenges and encouragements of parenting her African-American teenage son in response to the fears and concerns of today. She also shares about her family's experiences of living in a community of believers that have opp

Day 6- Kevin King: "Divided by Faith"

Jul 31st, 2016 14m 25s

Kevin King shares about how the book "Divided by Faith" helped their ministry, Common Ground Ministries, to create conversation and prepare their Summer student interns for social change.

Day 5- Kyle Hubbard- Preparing For Action

Jul 30th, 2016 13m 23s

In light of recent events, Pastor Kyle of Gate Church, shares about the practical measures they took to educate their congregation and prepare them for action.

Day 4- Rich Perez: The Church as Family

Jul 29th, 2016 14m 4s

In light of recent events, Pastor Rich and Pastor Dhati discuss how vital it is for the church to “be family”. The Church should have the courage to engage in tough conversations and fight to know and understand one another’s dynamics, and stru

Day 3- Angela Lewis: Battling Fear

Jul 28th, 2016 14m 14s

In light of recent tragedies, Angela shares about her fears as a wife to her African-American husband, Dhati Lewis, and as a mother to her 6 biracial children. Angela also gives insight about the effects of white privilege in her home.

Day 2- Terrence Jones: Pastor of Strong Tower

Jul 27th, 2016 13m 49s

Pastor Terrence Jones, of Strong Tower in Washington Park, shares his church's response to the recent events in our nation.

Day 1 -Sho Baraka: The And Campaign

Jul 26th, 2016 18m 50s

Amisho "Sho Baraka" Lewis gives detailed insight about The And Campaign, and why it's essential and relevant to our current social and political culture.

Intro-21 Days of Reflection

Jul 25th, 2016 7m 19s

Pastor Dhati introduces his upcoming podcast series, 21 Days of Reflection, where he will be sharing authentic and transparent conversations with pastors, church members, community leaders, and families about the current events that are dividin

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