We return for our 4th season with an exploration of obstacles to and solutions for access to mental health services for marginalized and minoritized folks. 

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Revs Kelly and Ogun continue their discussion on reparations and dismantling capitalism. Learn more and make a donation at https://projectsanctus.com/

LINKS:

https://decolonizingwealth.com/

https://decolonizingwealth.com/liberated-capital/

https://thehill.com/policy/international/4559692-un-chief-slavery-reparations/

https://www.nationalreview.com/news/dem-congresswoman-suggests-black-americans-should-be-exempt-from-taxes-as-form-of-reparations/

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/magazine-lead-stories/2958920/against-the-reparations-racket-this-progressive-scheme-compels-us-to-make-a-false-confession-about-our-nation/

This first of two episodes on dismantling capitalism covers various facets of reparations.

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After completing their book club exploration of "Hospicing Modernity: Facing Humanity’s Wrongs and the Implications for Social Activism” by Vanessa Machado de Oliveira, Rev Kelly and Rev Ogun review one of her many invitations for transformation: Composting our shit!

101 ways to avoid dealing with shit

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During Black History Month we are highlighting Black folks doing the work. On the episode we welcome Phyl Flanagan (they/she) the Justice, Equity & Belonging Program Manager at YWCA Columbus, OH and founder of The Reconnection Circle consulting firm.

Phyl grew up in Cincinnati, OH among their large extended and multicultural family. Their academic and professional background includes health & wellness, human development, embodied activism, restorative practices and macro social work. They spent over a decade working in early childhood education and development, as well as direct social service before transitioning into social justice and community devepment. Phyl studied at The Ohio State University, International Institute of Restorative Practices, Boston University and The Embody Lab.

To learn more about Phyl's work visit https://www.ywcacolumbus.org/social-justice/justice-equity-and-belonging-training/

Mother Jones article referenced in Headlines -- https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/02/florida-desantis-black-history-month/

Learn more about the Black History Project at https://www.blackhistoryproject.org/

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day we continue our exploration of what he truly meant when he invited us into Beloved Community. It's not nearly as kumbaya and touchy-feely as we might imagine. We also cover a few relevant headlines. To learn more and donate to support our work visit projectsanctus.com

Headline Links:

https://religionnews.com/2024/01/12/in-iowa-and-beyond-evangelicals-follow-their-party-more-than-their-faith/

https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2024/01/south-africa-israel-amalek-netanyahu/

https://apnews.com/article/dei-diversity-corporations-affirmative-action-309864f08e6ec63a45d18ca5f25d7540

As we approach Martin Luther King Jr Day we kick off 2024 with an exploration of what he truly meant when he invited us into Beloved Community. It's not nearly as kumbaya and touchy-feely as we might imagine. We also cover a few relevant headlines and introduce our new 8:46 book Blub selection. To learn more and donate to support our work visit projectsanctus.com

In the final episode for 2023 we take a look at how systems of oppression influence the ways we observe Christmas, and explore ways to decoloonize our celebrations.

We conclude our series on Dismantling The Patriarchy with a discussion about parenting, family, and eldercare.