In this episode Maina Mwaura joins us for an honest and direct conversation about racial diversity in youth ministry.

Since racial diversity is an increasingly important issue both in youth ministry and in our culture, knowing how to navigate this issue is crucial.  In this interview you’ll hear both honest questions seeking understanding, and honest answers to help us all be better in the area of racial diversity in youth ministry and beyond.

In addition, we just have to say that this episode is so full of good insights, healthy perspective, and encouragement to not only help you be better in youth ministry, but better as a believer.  Regardless of your context in ministry, you’ll find this episode to be really helpful as you lead and guide the teens in your influence.

Links mentioned:

The Longer Haul Mailing List

mainaspeaks.com

Acts 29 panel on Racial Reconciliation

Video with David Uth

Black Girls Interview

Resources mentioned in this Podcast:

Priceless Curriculum/ DNow

In this particular episode, you will learn:

  • What are stereotypes that different races have toward one another?
  • What does white privilege and racism really look like?
  • Should you pursue diversity in your youth ministry if your church isn’t racially diverse?

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About the Author
I am a Youth Ministry veteran of twenty four years, and currently serve as the Student Pastor at High Desert Church.  I help equip and encourage Youth Pastors through this blog and podcast The Longer Haul.  My passion is helping Youth Pastors create a ministry of longevity that they truly love.  I am the grateful husband of Sarah and the dad of Emma, Anna, Lizzy, and Jack.  I am a speaker, lover of vintage VW’s, and the owner of one 1972 VW Westfalia Bus.