In this episode, we’re talking with Pastor Andrea De Avila and River Martin, both from Sargent Avenue Mennonite Church in Winnipeg. Join us as we talk about race, discrimination, and the hope for diversity in the church. Is racism still a thing? How do we make sense of privilege? How can we achieve real diversity in the church?

Andrea and River have been engaging their home congregation, Sargent Avenue Mennonite Church, in these conversations for the last few years. They have shared their own experiences and have lead their church in studies and discussions. They have also started a support group for people of colour in the Mennonite Church.

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Episode Outline:
00:00 - Introduction
10:39 - Interview with Andrea & River
57:15 - Resource give-away
58:42 - Continuing the conversation
01:07:55 - Outro