311. TNE TALKS: Latasha Morrison on Racial Justice, Faith, and the Path to Reconciliation

The New Evangelicals Podcast - A podcast by Tim Whitaker

In this episode of the New Evangelicals Podcast, host Tim engages in a profound conversation with Latasha Morrison, founder of Be The Bridge. They explore Morrison's journey from her upbringing in a diverse community to her pivotal role in addressing systemic racism within predominantly white evangelical spaces. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the New Evangelicals Podcast 01:50 Latasha Morrison: A Journey of Bridge Building 04:18 The Role of Diversity in Faith Communities 08:05 Personal Background and the Impact of Evangelicalism 19:41 The Birth of Be The Bridge 26:55 Navigating the Challenges of White Evangelical Spaces 39:12 The Importance of Truth in Racial Conversations 52:10 Hope and Change in Political Landscapes 01:03:21 Practical Steps for White Allies in Racial Justice Latasha's Website | latashamorrison.com _______________________________ Come to the LIVE EVENT in Austin, TX | Democracy at Risk REGISTER TO VOTE If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Get Tickets to Beer Camp (PROMO: TNEHOBBIT) Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices