Not everyone will have the same experience at your church as you will this Sunday. 

Today, Jamaal Williams drops by discussing how our churches can reflect both our communities and the Kingdom of God. He is the lead pastor of Sojourn Church Midtown in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, and the president of the Harbor Network. He also co-authored the new book, In Church as It Is in Heaven: Cultivating a Multiethnic Kingdom Culture.

Together, we're exploring the world of creating a multiethnic church and all the trials and triumphs that come with it.

The episode explores the transformation in Sojourn Church, where they intentionally tried to bridge cultural gaps and create a more inclusive environment. They discuss changes in worship, greetings, staff representation, and community engagement to make the church a place where people from different backgrounds feel welcomed and valued.

Highlights from the conversation:

• The Need for Renewal and Fresh Perspective: Jamaal's Journey
• Creating a Tapestry of Welcome.
• Transformation at Sojourn Church.
• Biblical Foundation for Multiethnic Churches.

Jamaal mentioned three books you need on your shelf if you are curious about what we discussed today: Talking about Race by Isaac Adams, Redemptive Kingdom Diversity by Jarvis Williams, and How to Heal Our Racial Divide by Derwin Gray. Also, don’t forget to buy Jamaal’s new book, In Church as It is in Heaven. You can follow Jamaal on X.

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