I am so grateful and honored to have had this amazing conversation with the beautiful and wise Patricia Taylor. I sincerely hope that my listeners will lean in and listen closely to her important story, because it's something we all need to hear.

The fact is, racism is real in America and it's real in church. When toxic theology and unhealthy patriarchal leadership are met head-on with the reality of what it's like and how it feels to be Black in this country, the result can be significant gaslighting and spiritual abuse. That has been the experience of many, and it has been Patricia's experience as well. I'm truly inspired by her commitment to telling the truth in the face of so much resistance and opposition, and by how she has decided to fully show up as herself, even when it costs her.

How can we do better as believers when it comes to racial justice? What can we do to lean in, listen, receive, and grow from hearing and believing the stories of our Black brothers and sisters? Patricia addresses these questions and others in this episode - out of desire for change and the goodness of her heart. Because - as she states early in this interview - "I don't have to...be forward-facing in the advocacy work that I do. And I wholeheartedly believe that... especially for black women, people of color... we do not owe anyone our time, our energy, our efforts, our education. We're not a resource. We are humans."

Soak this one in, friends! And I'd love to hear your thoughts.

As always, if you're enjoying the podcast, please RATE AND REVIEW! :) It helps so much with getting the word out and with my ability to get incredible guests like Patricia on the show.

Thank you!

More about Patricia:

Patricia A. Taylor is a wife, mom, and California native turned Texas transplant. She believes in brown Jesus, loving all our neighbors, and having critical conversations around racial justice with clarity and candor. As an anti-racism educator, podcaster, and writer, she has had various speaking and teaching opportunities, including contributing to Sesame Street in Communities through education-based videos and course writing. You may connect with her work on Instagram @patricia_a_taylor and on Facebook at Some Thoughts From Your Black Friend by Patricia A. Taylor.

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