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 eliminate fear.

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 we have in caring for, and suffering with one another.

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 occur in scripture.

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.

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 opposing views, and their successes of educating their neighbors about how to respond to recent events.

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.

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.

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 struggles each person may deal with.

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.

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