Re-Weav

In this series we are focusing on the diverse experiences of people in the Black community. It is essential to remember that there is diversity within every ethnic and cultural group. As such, the reality of what is like to be Black and Christian in the USA is complex.  This episode was recorded in June 2020.  Shortly after the death of George Floyd.  My guest was honest with their pain and with their hope.

My prayer is that their stories would bless you by helping expand your understanding of people and help you love others more.

In today’s episode I sit down with my friend Rozneik Darling. Rozneik is a veteran, poet, most importantly a kingdom man.  He and I met at church several years ago.  I have seen him overcome a lot and completely submit his life to God’s will.  He is a beautiful example of God’s transformative and redemptive power.   We talk about his history growing up in Kentucky , his own experiences with violent racism & how his relationship with God is helping strengthen him through the racial injustices happening in our world right now.

(A little fun secret before we get into today’s episode, Rozneik’s then girlfriend, Elizabeth, was in the room with us while we recorded. They just got engaged this month.  So head over to Rozneik’s Facebook page to show them some love.)

It’s time to be brave. Let’s listen, learn and love together.  Welcome to the Re-Weav podcast.

Connect:

You can find all things Re-Weav on Instagram @re_weav

Connect with Mitchele and see what fuels her on Instagram @mitcheleanderson

Connect with Rozneik on Facebook @rozneik.darling

Additional resources:

Excellent explanation of why the N-word is off limits Ta-Nehisi Coates

This is the first series of the ReWeav podcast.  We will be focusing on the diverse experiences of people in the Black community. It is essential to remember that there is diversity within every ethnic and cultural group. As such, the reality of what is like to be Black and Christian in the USA is complex.  The first 4 episodes are from early summer 2020. Shortly after the death of George Floyd.  My guests were honest with their pain and with their hope.

My prayer is that their stories would bless you by helping expand your understanding of people and help you love others more.

In this episode Mitchele Anderson talks to Mazvita Chikava. Maz is a psychology student, Black Student Union Publisher at her university, mental health advocate,  and all around creative.  They discuss Maz's identity & background, the black lives matter movement, and give insightful advice on how to have the hard conversations.  (Recorded June 6, 2020)

It’s time to be brave. Let’s listen, learn and love together.  Welcome to the Re-Weav podcast.

Connect:

You can find all things Re-Weav on Instagram @re_weav

Connect with Mitchele and see what fuels her on Instagram @mitcheleanderson

Connect with Maz and check out her digital diary @convoswithmybigsis

Additional resources:

White Awake by Pastor Daniel Hill

The Third Option by Pastor Miles McPherson

Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?: And Other Conversations About Race by Beverly Daniel Tatum, PhD