Join the crew as they discuss the curation of the Decolonizing Liturgy project which launched at MPBC in June. Decolonizing Liturgy is a course designed to help participants unpack their understandings of worship and liturgy in the White-dominant progressive Christian church with the hope of fostering liturgical imagination that aids in a communal rebuilding of an intercultural theology of worship. It is funded by the Innovation Grant received by Rev. Mia through her participation in the Foundations of Christian Leadership program at Duke Divinity.

In the episode, Rev. Mia and DJ Hairless (Dr. Ben) walk through the music and video playlist that accompanies the 'What Does It Mean To Be White?' course curriculum. This is a continuation of Ep. 4. All songs are by Black and Brown artists and speak on racial tension, whiteness, and the ongoing struggle for liberation and justice throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The playlist is available here Spotify – What Does it Mean to Be White? - Music for the Journey and/or (8) What Does It Mean to Be White? - YouTube

This week, Rev. Mia sits down with our newest Senior Staff member, Rev. Tara Gibbs, to talk about beginning again, regathering, starting a new job during Covid-19, and embracing our ongoing Genesis moments.

Sacred justice is new podcast that will feature discourse rooted in the pursuit of justice as sacred practice. Our weekly discussions will reflect on current events, art, media, theology, and how this intersects with the movements for freedom and liberation.

We hope that through these conversations, we can foster inclusivity by expanding our learning opportunities.

We hope to cultivate digital community beyond the confines of our campus.