Shades of Hope https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/INV6649343524?selected=INV3252618087 en Copyright held by Center for Congregations This is a frank conversation between two friends who make the case for racial justice within the gospel. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/f6676de2-875a-11eb-8a81-8b14d52b7c5a/image/CFC_ShadesOfHope_AlbumArt-Large.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Shades of Hope https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/INV6649343524?selected=INV3252618087 no episodic Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski This is a frank conversation between two friends who make the case for racial justice within the gospel. This is a frank conversation between two friends who make the case for racial justice within the gospel.

]]> Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski shadesofhopepodcast@gmail.comCop Ep. 31 The Liturgy of Politics Author and speaker Kaitlyn Schiess joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to discuss her book "The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor." The three explore the intersection of politics and theology and discuss how the white evangelical church has been shaped by partisan politics. They reflect on how the African American theological tradition can lead us back to a more robust understanding of Jesus' vision for a kingdom of justice and shalom for all people and how the church can be those people. Buy The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor here Follow Twitter @Kaitlynschiess; Instagram Kaitlyn.schiess Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:30:38 -0000 The Liturgy of Politics full Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Kaitlyn Schiess Author and speaker Kaitlyn Schiess joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to discuss her book "The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor." The three explore the intersection of politics and theology and discuss how the white evangelical church has been shaped by partisan politics. They reflect on how the African American theological tradition can lead us back to a more robust understanding of Jesus' vision for a kingdom of justice and shalom for all people and how the church can be those people. Buy The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor here Follow Twitter @Kaitlynschiess; Instagram Kaitlyn.schiess Author and speaker Kaitlyn Schiess joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to discuss her book "The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor." The three explore the intersection of politics and theology and discuss how the white evangelical church has been shaped by partisan politics. They reflect on how the African American theological tradition can lead us back to a more robust understanding of Jesus' vision for a kingdom of justice and shalom for all people and how the church can be those people.

Buy

The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of our Neighbor here

Follow

Twitter @Kaitlynschiess; Instagram Kaitlyn.schiess


]]> 3525 Ep. 30 Resourcing congregations toward a vision of racial justice Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff join Matt Burke and Ben Tapper from Center for Congregations in Indianapolis on the state of the church in Indiana around the topic of racial justice and equity. The Center for Congregations mission is to strengthen Indiana congregations by helping them find and use the best resources to address their challenges and opportunities. They generously support the Shades of Hope Podcast and we were so grateful for this fruitful conversation. Find more about the work of the Center https://centerforcongregations.org/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:01:00 -0000 A Conversation with Center for Congregations podcast hosts full 3 30 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff join Matt Burke and Ben Tapper from Center for Congregations in Indianapolis on the state of the church in Indiana around the topic of racial justice and equity. The Center for Congregations mission is to strengthen Indiana congregations by helping them find and use the best resources to address their challenges and opportunities. They generously support the Shades of Hope Podcast and we were so grateful for this fruitful conversation. Find more about the work of the Center https://centerforcongregations.org/ Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff join Matt Burke and Ben Tapper from Center for Congregations in Indianapolis on the state of the church in Indiana around the topic of racial justice and equity. The Center for Congregations mission is to strengthen Indiana congregations by helping them find and use the best resources to address their challenges and opportunities. They generously support the Shades of Hope Podcast and we were so grateful for this fruitful conversation.

Find more about the work of the Center https://centerforcongregations.org/

]]> 2992 Ep. 29 Power in Weakness Author and professor Dr. Tim Gombis joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about his work and his book. This is a far reaching conversation on the cross shaped vision of life that Jesus lived and how this conflicts with the current state of white evangelicalism. They speak about how white evangelicalism has been captured by capitalism, patriarchy and power and how these gods offer empty promises while the way of the cross is the invitation to a cruciform way of living. Find Dr Gombis' work at www.timgombis.com Power in Weakness: Paul's transformed vision for ministry by Tim Gombis Resources mentioned in the podcast... The Christian Imagination by Willie James Jennings The Church Cracked Open by Stephanie Spellers Tue, 27 Dec 2022 13:46:00 -0000 Power in Weakness full 3 29 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Tim Gombis Author and professor Dr. Tim Gombis joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about his work and his book. This is a far reaching conversation on the cross shaped vision of life that Jesus lived and how this conflicts with the current state of white evangelicalism. They speak about how white evangelicalism has been captured by capitalism, patriarchy and power and how these gods offer empty promises while the way of the cross is the invitation to a cruciform way of living. Find Dr Gombis' work at www.timgombis.com Power in Weakness: Paul's transformed vision for ministry by Tim Gombis Resources mentioned in the podcast... The Christian Imagination by Willie James Jennings The Church Cracked Open by Stephanie Spellers Author and professor Dr. Tim Gombis joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about his work and his book. This is a far reaching conversation on the cross shaped vision of life that Jesus lived and how this conflicts with the current state of white evangelicalism. They speak about how white evangelicalism has been captured by capitalism, patriarchy and power and how these gods offer empty promises while the way of the cross is the invitation to a cruciform way of living.

Find Dr Gombis' work at www.timgombis.com

Power in Weakness: Paul's transformed vision for ministry by Tim Gombis


Resources mentioned in the podcast...

The Christian Imagination by Willie James Jennings

The Church Cracked Open by Stephanie Spellers

]]> 2976 Ep. 28 Raising Children in a Racialized World Dr. Talika McCoy is an author, artist and pastor to children and youth. Dr. McCoy joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about how we can elevate the voices of children and youth and all marginalized voices in order to help them navigate these dangerous and traumatic times as well as to learn from their lived experiences. Follow and find resources by Dr. McCoy at http://www.drtelikamccoy.org/ Survival Strategies for Africans in America Tue, 13 Dec 2022 13:59:32 -0000 Raising Children in a Racialized Society full 3 28 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Dr. Talika McCoy Dr. Talika McCoy is an author, artist and pastor to children and youth. Dr. McCoy joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about how we can elevate the voices of children and youth and all marginalized voices in order to help them navigate these dangerous and traumatic times as well as to learn from their lived experiences. Follow and find resources by Dr. McCoy at http://www.drtelikamccoy.org/ Survival Strategies for Africans in America Dr. Talika McCoy is an author, artist and pastor to children and youth. Dr. McCoy joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about how we can elevate the voices of children and youth and all marginalized voices in order to help them navigate these dangerous and traumatic times as well as to learn from their lived experiences. Follow and find resources by Dr. McCoy at http://www.drtelikamccoy.org/

Survival Strategies for Africans in America

]]> 3179 Ep. 27 A Vision for Multicultural Solidarity Pastor Raymond Chang is the President of the Asian American Christian Collaborative. The AACC was founded, in large part, as a response to the surge in anti-Asian rhetoric and violence spurred on by the former President of the United States. Pastor Chang serves the church in multiple ways. In this conversation he offers thoughtful reflections on some of the challenges and opportunities that face the Asian American Christian community today as well as a vision for multicultural Christian witness in an increasingly changing world. Twitter: @tweetraychang Instagram: @raychang502 Linkedin: @rchang502 Website: www.raymondchang.org AACC: @aachristcollab Thu, 24 Nov 2022 14:14:00 -0000 A Vision for Multicultural Solidarity full 3 27 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Pastor Raymond Chang Pastor Raymond Chang is the President of the Asian American Christian Collaborative. The AACC was founded, in large part, as a response to the surge in anti-Asian rhetoric and violence spurred on by the former President of the United States. Pastor Chang serves the church in multiple ways. In this conversation he offers thoughtful reflections on some of the challenges and opportunities that face the Asian American Christian community today as well as a vision for multicultural Christian witness in an increasingly changing world. Twitter: @tweetraychang Instagram: @raychang502 Linkedin: @rchang502 Website: www.raymondchang.org AACC: @aachristcollab Pastor Raymond Chang is the President of the Asian American Christian Collaborative. The AACC was founded, in large part, as a response to the surge in anti-Asian rhetoric and violence spurred on by the former President of the United States. Pastor Chang serves the church in multiple ways. In this conversation he offers thoughtful reflections on some of the challenges and opportunities that face the Asian American Christian community today as well as a vision for multicultural Christian witness in an increasingly changing world.

Twitter: @tweetraychang

Instagram: @raychang502

Linkedin: @rchang502

Website: www.raymondchang.org

AACC: @aachristcollab

]]> 2653 Ep. 26 The Next Worship: Glorifying God in a Diverse World In her book, The Next Worship, Sandra Maria Van Opstal gives vision for the beauty and power of multiethnic, multicultural worship in forming a people who declare the praises of God in a diverse world. She writes, "When multiethnic worship is done well, the church models reconciliation and prophetic justice, heralding God’s good news for the world. Enter into the praise of our king, and let the nations rejoice!" http://www.sandravanopstal.com/ Twitter: @@sandravanopstal Tue, 08 Nov 2022 19:47:42 -0000 The Next Worship full 3 26 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Sandra Maria Van Opstal In her book, The Next Worship, Sandra Maria Van Opstal gives vision for the beauty and power of multiethnic, multicultural worship in forming a people who declare the praises of God in a diverse world. She writes, "When multiethnic worship is done well, the church models reconciliation and prophetic justice, heralding God’s good news for the world. Enter into the praise of our king, and let the nations rejoice!" http://www.sandravanopstal.com/ Twitter: @@sandravanopstal In her book, The Next Worship, Sandra Maria Van Opstal gives vision for the beauty and power of multiethnic, multicultural worship in forming a people who declare the praises of God in a diverse world. She writes, "When multiethnic worship is done well, the church models reconciliation and prophetic justice, heralding God’s good news for the world. Enter into the praise of our king, and let the nations rejoice!"

http://www.sandravanopstal.com/

Twitter: @@sandravanopstal

]]> 2896 Ep. 25 Christian Nationalism Christian Nationalism is on the rise and poses a serious threat to the integrity of the white Evangelical church in North America. Professor and researcher Andrew Whitehead join Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a timely conversation on his book Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States co-authored with Samuel Perry. Andrew L. Whitehead is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Director of the Association of Religion Data Archives (theARDA.com) at the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IUPUI. Twitter: @ndrewwhitehead Buy the book here Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:25:00 -0000 Christian Nationalism full 3 25 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Andrew Whitehead Christian Nationalism is on the rise and poses a serious threat to the integrity of the white Evangelical church in North America. Professor and researcher Andrew Whitehead join Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a timely conversation on his book Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States co-authored with Samuel Perry. Andrew L. Whitehead is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Director of the Association of Religion Data Archives (theARDA.com) at the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IUPUI. Twitter: @ndrewwhitehead Buy the book here Christian Nationalism is on the rise and poses a serious threat to the integrity of the white Evangelical church in North America. Professor and researcher Andrew Whitehead join Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a timely conversation on his book Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States co-authored with Samuel Perry. Andrew L. Whitehead is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Director of the Association of Religion Data Archives (theARDA.com) at the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IUPUI.

Twitter: @ndrewwhitehead

Buy the book here

]]> 2801 Preview: Episode 25 Christian Nationalism Enjoy this preview of next weeks episode. Andrew Whitehead is a sociologist, researcher and co-author of the book, Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States. He joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a timely and insightful conversation on this topic. https://raac.iupui.edu/about/who-we-are/our-staff/andrew-l-whitehead/ https://www.amazon.com/Taking-America-Back-God-Nationalism/dp/0190057882 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 14:07:22 -0000 full Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Enjoy this preview of next weeks episode. Andrew Whitehead is a sociologist, researcher and co-author of the book, Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States. He joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a timely and insightful conversation on this topic. https://raac.iupui.edu/about/who-we-are/our-staff/andrew-l-whitehead/ https://www.amazon.com/Taking-America-Back-God-Nationalism/dp/0190057882 Enjoy this preview of next weeks episode. Andrew Whitehead is a sociologist, researcher and co-author of the book, Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States. He joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a timely and insightful conversation on this topic.

https://raac.iupui.edu/about/who-we-are/our-staff/andrew-l-whitehead/

https://www.amazon.com/Taking-America-Back-God-Nationalism/dp/0190057882

]]> 246 Ep. 24 Subversive Witness Dominique DuBois Gilliard joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on his latest book, Subversive Witness. The three cover a wide range of important topics for all followers of Jesus to consider when it comes to wise stewardship of the privileges that we have been given. Dominique is the director for racial righteousness and justice for the Evangelical Covenant Church. Follow at: https://dominiquegilliard.com/ Twitter: @DDGilliard Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:21:11 -0000 Subversive Witness: Scripture's Call to Leverage Privilege full 3 24 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Domique DuBois Gilliard Dominique DuBois Gilliard joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on his latest book, Subversive Witness. The three cover a wide range of important topics for all followers of Jesus to consider when it comes to wise stewardship of the privileges that we have been given. Dominique is the director for racial righteousness and justice for the Evangelical Covenant Church. Follow at: https://dominiquegilliard.com/ Twitter: @DDGilliard Dominique DuBois Gilliard joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on his latest book, Subversive Witness. The three cover a wide range of important topics for all followers of Jesus to consider when it comes to wise stewardship of the privileges that we have been given. Dominique is the director for racial righteousness and justice for the Evangelical Covenant Church.

Follow at:

https://dominiquegilliard.com/

Twitter: @DDGilliard

]]> 2918 Preview: Episode 24 Subversive Witness A preview of our conversation with Dominique DuBois Gilliard and his book Subversive Witness: Scriptures Call to Leveraging our Privilege. Tue, 04 Oct 2022 19:16:00 -0000 full 3 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A preview of our conversation with Dominique DuBois Gilliard and his book Subversive Witness: Scriptures Call to Leveraging our Privilege. A preview of our conversation with Dominique DuBois Gilliard and his book Subversive Witness: Scriptures Call to Leveraging our Privilege.

]]> 276 Ep. 23 Rediscipling the White Church David Swanson joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on his book, Rediscipling the White Church. Pastor Swanson contends that "discipleship, not diversity, lies at the heart of our white churches racial brokenness." He proposes that we rethink our liturgies and imagine new discipleship practices that can reform us as disciples who live in solidarity with Christ's diverse church. Follow at: Website: https://dwswanson.com/ Twitter: @davidswanson Tue, 27 Sep 2022 17:48:00 -0000 Rediscipling the White Church full 3 23 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Pastor David Swanson David Swanson joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on his book, Rediscipling the White Church. Pastor Swanson contends that "discipleship, not diversity, lies at the heart of our white churches racial brokenness." He proposes that we rethink our liturgies and imagine new discipleship practices that can reform us as disciples who live in solidarity with Christ's diverse church. Follow at: Website: https://dwswanson.com/ Twitter: @davidswanson David Swanson joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on his book, Rediscipling the White Church. Pastor Swanson contends that "discipleship, not diversity, lies at the heart of our white churches racial brokenness." He proposes that we rethink our liturgies and imagine new discipleship practices that can reform us as disciples who live in solidarity with Christ's diverse church.

Follow at:

Website: https://dwswanson.com/

Twitter: @davidswanson

]]> 3512 Preview: Episode 23 Rediscipling the White Church The Reverend David Swanson joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about his book, Rediscipling the White Church. The full episode will release on Tuesday, September 27. Tue, 20 Sep 2022 19:39:40 -0000 trailer 3 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski The Reverend David Swanson joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about his book, Rediscipling the White Church. The full episode will release on Tuesday, September 27. The Reverend David Swanson joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about his book, Rediscipling the White Church. The full episode will release on Tuesday, September 27.

]]> 270 Ep. 22 Compassionate Activism Dr. Leah Gunning Francis joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on her newest book, Faith After Ferguson. Dr. Gunning Francis is Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean of the Faculty and Associate Professor of Christian Education and Practical Theology at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, IN. https://www.leahgunningfrancis.com/ Twitter: @DrLeahGFrancis Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:46:00 -0000 Compassionate Activism full 3 22 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Dr. Leah Gunning Francis joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on her newest book, Faith After Ferguson. Dr. Gunning Francis is Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean of the Faculty and Associate Professor of Christian Education and Practical Theology at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, IN. https://www.leahgunningfrancis.com/ Twitter: @DrLeahGFrancis Dr. Leah Gunning Francis joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on her newest book, Faith After Ferguson. Dr. Gunning Francis is Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean of the Faculty and Associate Professor of Christian Education and Practical Theology at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, IN.

https://www.leahgunningfrancis.com/

Twitter: @DrLeahGFrancis

]]> 2741 Ep. 21 Season 3 Episode 1 Preview This is a preview of the 1st episode of season 3 and our conversation with Dr. Leah Gunning Francis and her new book, "Faith After Ferguson." The full episode will release on Tuesday, September 13. Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:28:00 -0000 trailer 3 21 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Preview of Season 3 Episode 1 This is a preview of the 1st episode of season 3 and our conversation with Dr. Leah Gunning Francis and her new book, "Faith After Ferguson." The full episode will release on Tuesday, September 13. This is a preview of the 1st episode of season 3 and our conversation with Dr. Leah Gunning Francis and her new book, "Faith After Ferguson." The full episode will release on Tuesday, September 13.

]]> 262 Ep. 20 Turnback Tuesday: Might from the Margins We are looking forward to the release of Season 3 of the Shades of Hope podcast. In the meantime, we are revisiting a favorite from Season 2. An interview with Dr. Dennis Edwards speaking about his book, Might from the Margins. Enjoy! Tue, 23 Aug 2022 16:23:58 -0000 Turnback Tuesday: Might from the Margins full 2 20 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Revisiting a fan favorite We are looking forward to the release of Season 3 of the Shades of Hope podcast. In the meantime, we are revisiting a favorite from Season 2. An interview with Dr. Dennis Edwards speaking about his book, Might from the Margins. Enjoy! We are looking forward to the release of Season 3 of the Shades of Hope podcast. In the meantime, we are revisiting a favorite from Season 2. An interview with Dr. Dennis Edwards speaking about his book, Might from the Margins. Enjoy!

]]> 2461 Ep. 19 Turnback Tuesday: The Church - God's Society of Justice This summer we are returning to some of our previous podcasts. In Episode 14, we had a conversation with Shalmon Radford who is the Senior Pastor at Little Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, IN. The three pastors have a wide ranging conversation on the church's current state when it comes to social justice. They dive deep into the Biblical text and church history to uncover how God intends for the church to be His society for truth and justice in the world. They also discuss how the current state of both the black and the white church in North America presents barriers and opportunities for the future witness of the Gospel. https://www.facebook.com/LBMBC/ White Too Long by Robert P Jones https://www.prri.org/white-too-long-the-legacy-of-white-supremacy-in-american-christianity/ Tue, 12 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full 2 19 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski This summer we are returning to some of our previous podcasts. In Episode 14, we had a conversation with Shalmon Radford who is the Senior Pastor at Little Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, IN. The three pastors have a wide ranging conversation on the church's current state when it comes to social justice. They dive deep into the Biblical text and church history to uncover how God intends for the church to be His society for truth and justice in the world. They also discuss how the current state of both the black and the white church in North America presents barriers and opportunities for the future witness of the Gospel. https://www.facebook.com/LBMBC/ White Too Long by Robert P Jones https://www.prri.org/white-too-long-the-legacy-of-white-supremacy-in-american-christianity/ This summer we are returning to some of our previous podcasts.

In Episode 14, we had a conversation with Shalmon Radford who is the Senior Pastor at Little Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, IN. The three pastors have a wide ranging conversation on the church's current state when it comes to social justice. They dive deep into the Biblical text and church history to uncover how God intends for the church to be His society for truth and justice in the world. They also discuss how the current state of both the black and the white church in North America presents barriers and opportunities for the future witness of the Gospel.

https://www.facebook.com/LBMBC/

White Too Long by Robert P Jones

https://www.prri.org/white-too-long-the-legacy-of-white-supremacy-in-american-christianity/

]]> 3236 Ep 18. That's a Wrap! Join Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff as they look back on Season 2 of the podcast. They discuss some of their own places of growth and encouragement and offer some helpful insights for all those who are following Jesus into the work of racial justice. P.S. Season 3 is in recording and will release beginning in September. Please email us with questions or comments at shadesofhopepodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening. Sat, 18 Jun 2022 20:29:00 -0000 full 2 19 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Season 2 Finale Join Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff as they look back on Season 2 of the podcast. They discuss some of their own places of growth and encouragement and offer some helpful insights for all those who are following Jesus into the work of racial justice. P.S. Season 3 is in recording and will release beginning in September. Please email us with questions or comments at shadesofhopepodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening. Join Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff as they look back on Season 2 of the podcast. They discuss some of their own places of growth and encouragement and offer some helpful insights for all those who are following Jesus into the work of racial justice.

P.S. Season 3 is in recording and will release beginning in September. Please email us with questions or comments at shadesofhopepodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening.

]]> 2280 Ep 17 Stewarding Privilege Jon Houghton is the Regional Director for Chicagoland Young Life. Jon joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about privilege and how, as followers of Jesus, we are called to steward that privilege on behalf of others. Jon and Chicagoland Young Life serves a diverse population of youth. He unpacks the challenges and opportunities for Gospel work and how justice must be at the center of this work. You can follow Jon @jonhoughton and https://www.jonhoughton.org/ Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:12:01 -0000 full 2 9 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Jon Houghton Jon Houghton is the Regional Director for Chicagoland Young Life. Jon joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about privilege and how, as followers of Jesus, we are called to steward that privilege on behalf of others. Jon and Chicagoland Young Life serves a diverse population of youth. He unpacks the challenges and opportunities for Gospel work and how justice must be at the center of this work. You can follow Jon @jonhoughton and https://www.jonhoughton.org/ Jon Houghton is the Regional Director for Chicagoland Young Life. Jon joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff to talk about privilege and how, as followers of Jesus, we are called to steward that privilege on behalf of others. Jon and Chicagoland Young Life serves a diverse population of youth. He unpacks the challenges and opportunities for Gospel work and how justice must be at the center of this work.

You can follow Jon @jonhoughton and https://www.jonhoughton.org/

]]> 2683 Ep 16 Comfortably Uncomfortable Conversations Dr. Joseph Tucker Edmonds is the Associate Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IUPUI. He teaches history, religious studies and Africana studies. Dr. Joe joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for a compelling conversation on racial justice and the church. He suggests that one of the barriers to moving the needle on racial justice is white Christians unwillingness to be uncomfortable. He points us toward Jesus and the Biblical witness of "uncomfortability" as the means that God uses to transform us and restore right relationships. Thu, 19 May 2022 15:05:44 -0000 full 2 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Dr. Joseph Tucker Edmonds Dr. Joseph Tucker Edmonds is the Associate Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IUPUI. He teaches history, religious studies and Africana studies. Dr. Joe joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for a compelling conversation on racial justice and the church. He suggests that one of the barriers to moving the needle on racial justice is white Christians unwillingness to be uncomfortable. He points us toward Jesus and the Biblical witness of "uncomfortability" as the means that God uses to transform us and restore right relationships. Dr. Joseph Tucker Edmonds is the Associate Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at IUPUI. He teaches history, religious studies and Africana studies. Dr. Joe joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for a compelling conversation on racial justice and the church. He suggests that one of the barriers to moving the needle on racial justice is white Christians unwillingness to be uncomfortable. He points us toward Jesus and the Biblical witness of "uncomfortability" as the means that God uses to transform us and restore right relationships.

]]> 3108 Ep. 15 Might from the Margins Dr. Edwards is an Associate Professor of New Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. He is the author of the book, Might From the Margins: The Gospel’s Power to Turn the Tables on Injustice. He joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for an enlightening conversation on how those on the margins of society have a unique and powerful perspective on the Gospels and justice. https://www.revdrdre.com/ Might From the Margins: The Gospel's power to Turn the Tables on Injustice can be purchased here. Twitter and Instagram @revDrDre Thu, 05 May 2022 19:10:03 -0000 full Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Dr. Dennis Edwards Dr. Edwards is an Associate Professor of New Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. He is the author of the book, Might From the Margins: The Gospel’s Power to Turn the Tables on Injustice. He joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for an enlightening conversation on how those on the margins of society have a unique and powerful perspective on the Gospels and justice. https://www.revdrdre.com/ Might From the Margins: The Gospel's power to Turn the Tables on Injustice can be purchased here. Twitter and Instagram @revDrDre Dr. Edwards is an Associate Professor of New Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. He is the author of the book, Might From the Margins: The Gospel’s Power to Turn the Tables on Injustice. He joins Dr. Moore and Pastor Jeff for an enlightening conversation on how those on the margins of society have a unique and powerful perspective on the Gospels and justice.

https://www.revdrdre.com/

Might From the Margins: The Gospel's power to Turn the Tables on Injustice can be purchased here.

Twitter and Instagram @revDrDre

]]> 2461 Ep. 14 The Church: God's Society of Justice Shalmon Radford is the Senior Pastor at Little Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, IN. In this episode, Pastor Radford joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a wide ranging conversation on the church's current state when it comes to social justice. They dive deep into the Biblical text and church history to uncover how God intends for the church to be His society for truth and justice in the world. They also discuss how the current state of both the black and the white church in North America presents barriers and opportunities for the future witness of the Gospel. https://www.facebook.com/LBMBC/ White Too Long by Robert P Jones https://www.prri.org/white-too-long-the-legacy-of-white-supremacy-in-american-christianity/ Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:55:49 -0000 The Church: God's Society of Justice full 2 14 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Shalmon Radford is the Senior Pastor at Little Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, IN. In this episode, Pastor Radford joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a wide ranging conversation on the church's current state when it comes to social justice. They dive deep into the Biblical text and church history to uncover how God intends for the church to be His society for truth and justice in the world. They also discuss how the current state of both the black and the white church in North America presents barriers and opportunities for the future witness of the Gospel. https://www.facebook.com/LBMBC/ White Too Long by Robert P Jones https://www.prri.org/white-too-long-the-legacy-of-white-supremacy-in-american-christianity/ Shalmon Radford is the Senior Pastor at Little Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, IN. In this episode, Pastor Radford joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a wide ranging conversation on the church's current state when it comes to social justice. They dive deep into the Biblical text and church history to uncover how God intends for the church to be His society for truth and justice in the world. They also discuss how the current state of both the black and the white church in North America presents barriers and opportunities for the future witness of the Gospel.


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]]> 3236 Ep 13. Awakening to the Truth of Racial Injustice Todd Fisher is Pastor of Christ Church Broad Ripple in Indianapolis, Indiana (www.christchurchbroadripple.org). Todd shares with us his journey of awakening to the reality of racial injustice and how the invitation of the Gospel toward living repentantly is a roadmap for moving toward a posture of justice and healing. This is an honest and open conversation about this journey of discovery that will encourage reflection and offer hope. Small Axe on Amazon The Color of Compromise by Jamar Tisby https://www.amazon.com/Color-Compromise-American-Churchs-Complicity-ebook/dp/B07BB6R827 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:16:00 -0000 full 2 13 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Pastor Todd Fisher Todd Fisher is Pastor of Christ Church Broad Ripple in Indianapolis, Indiana (www.christchurchbroadripple.org). Todd shares with us his journey of awakening to the reality of racial injustice and how the invitation of the Gospel toward living repentantly is a roadmap for moving toward a posture of justice and healing. This is an honest and open conversation about this journey of discovery that will encourage reflection and offer hope. Small Axe on Amazon The Color of Compromise by Jamar Tisby https://www.amazon.com/Color-Compromise-American-Churchs-Complicity-ebook/dp/B07BB6R827 Todd Fisher is Pastor of Christ Church Broad Ripple in Indianapolis, Indiana (www.christchurchbroadripple.org). Todd shares with us his journey of awakening to the reality of racial injustice and how the invitation of the Gospel toward living repentantly is a roadmap for moving toward a posture of justice and healing. This is an honest and open conversation about this journey of discovery that will encourage reflection and offer hope.

Small Axe on Amazon

The Color of Compromise by Jamar Tisby

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]]> 2831 Ep. 12 Dealing with Racial Trauma Racial induced trauma is an often overlooked or suppressed reality in the lives of African Americans. It is also often prevalent in the church. Hazel Owens navigates this world as both pastor and therapist and shares her insights into how the church can continue to provide help for those who have experienced this trauma. She shares practical examples of how white Christian spaces can be dangerous for black and brown persons and how the church must continue to grow to provide space for everyone to be their full selves. Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:34:00 -0000 full 2 12 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A Conversation with Pastor Hazel Owens Racial induced trauma is an often overlooked or suppressed reality in the lives of African Americans. It is also often prevalent in the church. Hazel Owens navigates this world as both pastor and therapist and shares her insights into how the church can continue to provide help for those who have experienced this trauma. She shares practical examples of how white Christian spaces can be dangerous for black and brown persons and how the church must continue to grow to provide space for everyone to be their full selves. Racial induced trauma is an often overlooked or suppressed reality in the lives of African Americans. It is also often prevalent in the church. Hazel Owens navigates this world as both pastor and therapist and shares her insights into how the church can continue to provide help for those who have experienced this trauma. She shares practical examples of how white Christian spaces can be dangerous for black and brown persons and how the church must continue to grow to provide space for everyone to be their full selves.

]]> 2342 Ep. 11 Relationships Lead to Change The Reverend John Gable leads a 140 year old church in the heart of the city of Indianapolis. Tabernacle Presbyterian Church (www,tabpres.org) has faithfully served their community through decades of intentional outreach. They are a predominately white congregation in a predominately non white neighborhood. This is an honest conversation about the complexities of homogeneous congregations and how they can work together to change the racial narrative in the church. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 17:36:00 -0000 full 2 3 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Rev. John Gable The Reverend John Gable leads a 140 year old church in the heart of the city of Indianapolis. Tabernacle Presbyterian Church (www,tabpres.org) has faithfully served their community through decades of intentional outreach. They are a predominately white congregation in a predominately non white neighborhood. This is an honest conversation about the complexities of homogeneous congregations and how they can work together to change the racial narrative in the church. The Reverend John Gable leads a 140 year old church in the heart of the city of Indianapolis. Tabernacle Presbyterian Church (www,tabpres.org) has faithfully served their community through decades of intentional outreach. They are a predominately white congregation in a predominately non white neighborhood. This is an honest conversation about the complexities of homogeneous congregations and how they can work together to change the racial narrative in the church.

]]> 2426 Ep 10: The Reconciling Church Jonathan C. Augustine (a/k/a “Jay Augustine”) is a pastor and professor, as well as an author and advocate. He is part of a group of national social justice leaders who speak for the equality of all human beings, while advocating for policies of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. He joins us to talk about his new book, “Called to Reconciliation: How the Church can Model Justice, Diversity, and Inclusion.”   Dr. Jay was born in New Orleans and says gumbo is the best metaphor for how the church can lead in racial reconciliation. He writes “Gumbo is the sum of its parts. In it, all ingredients come together to create something new without losing their identity. They never compete; instead, they complement each other. We had a fantastic conversation with Dr. Jay. Follow him @jayaugustine9. https://www.jayaugustine.com/ Fri, 25 Feb 2022 14:50:00 -0000 full 2 2 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Dr. Jay Augustine Jonathan C. Augustine (a/k/a “Jay Augustine”) is a pastor and professor, as well as an author and advocate. He is part of a group of national social justice leaders who speak for the equality of all human beings, while advocating for policies of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. He joins us to talk about his new book, “Called to Reconciliation: How the Church can Model Justice, Diversity, and Inclusion.”   Dr. Jay was born in New Orleans and says gumbo is the best metaphor for how the church can lead in racial reconciliation. He writes “Gumbo is the sum of its parts. In it, all ingredients come together to create something new without losing their identity. They never compete; instead, they complement each other. We had a fantastic conversation with Dr. Jay. Follow him @jayaugustine9. https://www.jayaugustine.com/ Jonathan C. Augustine (a/k/a “Jay Augustine”) is a pastor and professor, as well as an author and advocate. He is part of a group of national social justice leaders who speak for the equality of all human beings, while advocating for policies of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. He joins us to talk about his new book, “Called to Reconciliation: How the Church can Model Justice, Diversity, and Inclusion.”  

Dr. Jay was born in New Orleans and says gumbo is the best metaphor for how the church can lead in racial reconciliation. He writes “Gumbo is the sum of its parts. In it, all ingredients come together to create something new without losing their identity. They never compete; instead, they complement each other. We had a fantastic conversation with Dr. Jay. Follow him @jayaugustine9. https://www.jayaugustine.com/

]]> 3214 Ep. 9: Racial Justice and Biblical Integrity Pastor Scott Dudley joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on the importance of Biblical integrity in the pursuit of racial justice. The three talk candidly about how the church can and should be the leading voice in reconciliation. They unpack how the lack of transformative discipleship has affected the white church's witness. Pastor Dudley is the Sr. Pastor at Bellevue Presbyterian Church in Bellevue, WA (www.belpres.org). Tue, 08 Feb 2022 20:58:00 -0000 Racial Justice and Biblical Integrity full 2 1 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A conversation with Pastor Scott Dudley Pastor Scott Dudley joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on the importance of Biblical integrity in the pursuit of racial justice. The three talk candidly about how the church can and should be the leading voice in reconciliation. They unpack how the lack of transformative discipleship has affected the white church's witness. Pastor Dudley is the Sr. Pastor at Bellevue Presbyterian Church in Bellevue, WA (www.belpres.org). Pastor Scott Dudley joins Pastor Moore and Pastor Jeff for a conversation on the importance of Biblical integrity in the pursuit of racial justice. The three talk candidly about how the church can and should be the leading voice in reconciliation. They unpack how the lack of transformative discipleship has affected the white church's witness. Pastor Dudley is the Sr. Pastor at Bellevue Presbyterian Church in Bellevue, WA (www.belpres.org).

]]> 2338 no Season 2 Preview We are looking forward to bringing you another season of The Shades of Hope Podcast. This season we will introduce you to friends and colleagues who are actively engaged in the work of racial justice in the way of Jesus. We would love to hear from you. Please send comments and questions to shadesofhope@gmail.com and rate and review us wherever you access this podcast. Wed, 19 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full 2 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski We are looking forward to bringing you another season of The Shades of Hope Podcast. This season we will introduce you to friends and colleagues who are actively engaged in the work of racial justice in the way of Jesus. We would love to hear from you. Please send comments and questions to shadesofhope@gmail.com and rate and review us wherever you access this podcast. We are looking forward to bringing you another season of The Shades of Hope Podcast. This season we will introduce you to friends and colleagues who are actively engaged in the work of racial justice in the way of Jesus. We would love to hear from you. Please send comments and questions to shadesofhope@gmail.com and rate and review us wherever you access this podcast.

]]> 115 Ep 8: Why is the Church Segregated? The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. famously lamented 11 a.m. on Sunday as "the most segregated hour in Christian America." In this episode two pastors explore the complexities of the church's racialized history. Why is the church still segregated? Is church integration the answer to our racist past and current problems? How should Christians and congregations relate across racial differences? Why should homogeneous churches lean into the work of racial justice if multi-cultural or multi-ethnic church is not the end goal? These are important questions for the church to wrestle with. Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:16:50 -0000 Why is the Church Segregated? full 1 8 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Moving Beyond the Goal of Multicultural Congregations The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. famously lamented 11 a.m. on Sunday as "the most segregated hour in Christian America." In this episode two pastors explore the complexities of the church's racialized history. Why is the church still segregated? Is church integration the answer to our racist past and current problems? How should Christians and congregations relate across racial differences? Why should homogeneous churches lean into the work of racial justice if multi-cultural or multi-ethnic church is not the end goal? These are important questions for the church to wrestle with. The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. famously lamented 11 a.m. on Sunday as "the most segregated hour in Christian America." In this episode two pastors explore the complexities of the church's racialized history. Why is the church still segregated? Is church integration the answer to our racist past and current problems? How should Christians and congregations relate across racial differences? Why should homogeneous churches lean into the work of racial justice if multi-cultural or multi-ethnic church is not the end goal? These are important questions for the church to wrestle with.

]]> 1479 no Ep 7: Taking Personal Responsibility in the Work of Racial Justice Two pastors talk openly about the complexities of racial justice work in the church. Pastor Jeff encourages white pastors and Christians to take responsibility for their own education when it comes to racial justice. He explains how we cannot put the burden on our African American brothers and sisters to educate and lead us into this space and how owning the work builds trust for deeper relationship. Pastor Moore unpacks the effects on African Americans who feel that burden to help white Christians. He encourages African American Christians to take the risk in building relationships with their white brothers and sisters and points out the beauty in embracing these relational opportunities.   Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0000 Taking Personal Responsibility in the Work of Racial Justice full 1 7 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Getting Real w Ourselves Two pastors talk openly about the complexities of racial justice work in the church. Pastor Jeff encourages white pastors and Christians to take responsibility for their own education when it comes to racial justice. He explains how we cannot put the burden on our African American brothers and sisters to educate and lead us into this space and how owning the work builds trust for deeper relationship. Pastor Moore unpacks the effects on African Americans who feel that burden to help white Christians. He encourages African American Christians to take the risk in building relationships with their white brothers and sisters and points out the beauty in embracing these relational opportunities.   Two pastors talk openly about the complexities of racial justice work in the church. Pastor Jeff encourages white pastors and Christians to take responsibility for their own education when it comes to racial justice. He explains how we cannot put the burden on our African American brothers and sisters to educate and lead us into this space and how owning the work builds trust for deeper relationship. Pastor Moore unpacks the effects on African Americans who feel that burden to help white Christians. He encourages African American Christians to take the risk in building relationships with their white brothers and sisters and points out the beauty in embracing these relational opportunities.  

]]> 1591 Ep 6: Intentional Collaboration Between Our Churches Two pastors talk about the power of collaboration in moving their congregations toward a vision of racial equality in the church. They share practical tips that are helping to shape their congregational relationships such as how to build trust, who to invite to the table, what resources were helpful and how they are committed to the relationship for the long haul. They share honestly about the joys and challenges of building bridges across racial divides.  Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0000 Intentional Collaboration Between Our Churches full 1 6 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Shaping Congregational Relationships Two pastors talk about the power of collaboration in moving their congregations toward a vision of racial equality in the church. They share practical tips that are helping to shape their congregational relationships such as how to build trust, who to invite to the table, what resources were helpful and how they are committed to the relationship for the long haul. They share honestly about the joys and challenges of building bridges across racial divides.  Two pastors talk about the power of collaboration in moving their congregations toward a vision of racial equality in the church. They share practical tips that are helping to shape their congregational relationships such as how to build trust, who to invite to the table, what resources were helpful and how they are committed to the relationship for the long haul. They share honestly about the joys and challenges of building bridges across racial divides. 

]]> 2098 Ep 5: How to Break the Silence for Racial Justice Two pastors talk about how to begin a conversation around race in the church. This topic can unfortunately be loaded for white pastors and congregations. However, it is a “lived” topic for African American pastors and congregations. They are committed to grounding all of their work in the Scriptures. Listen as these friends share about how they invited congregational leaders to be a part of the conversation and how they moved the conversation into the larger congregation. Hear about the challenges, the surprises and the commitment that is required for the work of racial justice in the church. Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 5 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Two pastors talk about how to begin a conversation around race in the church. This topic can unfortunately be loaded for white pastors and congregations. However, it is a “lived” topic for African American pastors and congregations. They are committed to grounding all of their work in the Scriptures. Listen as these friends share about how they invited congregational leaders to be a part of the conversation and how they moved the conversation into the larger congregation. Hear about the challenges, the surprises and the commitment that is required for the work of racial justice in the church. Two pastors talk about how to begin a conversation around race in the church. This topic can unfortunately be loaded for white pastors and congregations. However, it is a “lived” topic for African American pastors and congregations. They are committed to grounding all of their work in the Scriptures. Listen as these friends share about how they invited congregational leaders to be a part of the conversation and how they moved the conversation into the larger congregation. Hear about the challenges, the surprises and the commitment that is required for the work of racial justice in the church.

]]> 2042 Ep 4: Mobilizing a Church for Racial Justice Work A white pastor talks about the humble journey to anti-racism work and his steps to shepherd his congregation. From acknowledging the problem to prayer and pushback, Pastor Jeff shares his experience leading a church to racial justice work. Good friend and colleague Pastor Moore shares exhaustion from continual racial discord, offering continued patience and the audacity to hope for a better future. Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0000 Mobilizing a Church for Racial Justice Work full 1 4 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski A white pastor talks about the humble journey to anti-racism work and his steps to shepherd his congregation. From acknowledging the problem to prayer and pushback, Pastor Jeff shares his experience leading a church to racial justice work. Good friend and colleague Pastor Moore shares exhaustion from continual racial discord, offering continued patience and the audacity to hope for a better future. Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope A white pastor talks about the humble journey to anti-racism work and his steps to shepherd his congregation. From acknowledging the problem to prayer and pushback, Pastor Jeff shares his experience leading a church to racial justice work. Good friend and colleague Pastor Moore shares exhaustion from continual racial discord, offering continued patience and the audacity to hope for a better future.

Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope

]]> 2185 no Ep 3: God's Urgency for Racial Justice Two pastors encourage Christians to build relationships and take action for racial justice. Pastor Moore shares that “Racism is not a political issue, but a Christian issue that breaks God’s heart.” He also reminds us of Micah 6:8 and Jesus’s mandate to set captives free. Pastor Jeff explains how our sinful world perpetuates a racialized society. They also address the white moderate, complicit silence, young white activism, sinful racialized stereotypes, using one’s prophetic voice, and resources to keep learning. Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope Wed, 09 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0000 God's Urgency for Racial Justice full 1 3 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Two pastors encourage Christians to build relationships and take action for racial justice. Pastor Moore shares that “Racism is not a political issue, but a Christian issue that breaks God’s heart.” He also reminds us of Micah 6:8 and Jesus’s mandate to set captives free. Pastor Jeff explains how our sinful world perpetuates a racialized society. They also address the white moderate, complicit silence, young white activism, sinful racialized stereotypes, using one’s prophetic voice, and resources to keep learning. Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope Two pastors encourage Christians to build relationships and take action for racial justice. Pastor Moore shares that “Racism is not a political issue, but a Christian issue that breaks God’s heart.” He also reminds us of Micah 6:8 and Jesus’s mandate to set captives free. Pastor Jeff explains how our sinful world perpetuates a racialized society. They also address the white moderate, complicit silence, young white activism, sinful racialized stereotypes, using one’s prophetic voice, and resources to keep learning.

Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope

]]> 1999 no Ep 2: Relating Across Color Lines An African American pastor and white pastor describe transformative relationships and education as key strategies to dismantle racism. They encourage preaching the whole gospel—not just the part that keeps Christians comfortable and absolves from action. “You can’t have Jesus minus justice.” They reference Billy Graham, the issue of moral justice, and the need to speak out against injustice. Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope Wed, 26 May 2021 08:37:00 -0000 Relating Across Color Lines full 1 2 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski An African American pastor and white pastor describe transformative relationships and education as key strategies to dismantle racism. They encourage preaching the whole gospel—not just the part that keeps Christians comfortable and absolves from action. “You can’t have Jesus minus justice.” They reference Billy Graham, the issue of moral justice, and the need to speak out against injustice. Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope An African American pastor and white pastor describe transformative relationships and education as key strategies to dismantle racism. They encourage preaching the whole gospel—not just the part that keeps Christians comfortable and absolves from action. “You can’t have Jesus minus justice.” They reference Billy Graham, the issue of moral justice, and the need to speak out against injustice.

Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope

]]> 2168 Ep 1: Calling Evangelical Christians to Racial Justice Work Two pastors have a frank talk about race and God’s biblical mandate to address racial inequity. Pastor Jeff shares his experience in white spaces, the problem with theological homogeneity, and the multi-faceted wisdom of God. Pastor Moore reiterates the historical nature of racism in the Church and the power of proximity, encouraging dialogue between brothers and sisters of different racial backgrounds.   Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope Tue, 11 May 2021 19:48:00 -0000 Calling Evangelical Christians to Racial Justice Work full 1 1 Rev. Dr. Clarence C. Moore and Jeff Krajewski Two pastors have a frank talk about race and God’s biblical mandate to address racial inequity. Pastor Jeff shares his experience in white spaces, the problem with theological homogeneity, and the multi-faceted wisdom of God. Pastor Moore reiterates the historical nature of racism in the Church and the power of proximity, encouraging dialogue between brothers and sisters of different racial backgrounds.   Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope Two pastors have a frank talk about race and God’s biblical mandate to address racial inequity. Pastor Jeff shares his experience in white spaces, the problem with theological homogeneity, and the multi-faceted wisdom of God. Pastor Moore reiterates the historical nature of racism in the Church and the power of proximity, encouraging dialogue between brothers and sisters of different racial backgrounds.  

Resources to keep learning: https://thecrg.org/collections/Shades_of_Hope

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