Race, Culture and the Church
by City Church of Sacramento · 71 episodes
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The Bible informs us that the church is made one through our Savior, Jesus the Christ. Still, cultural, racial, geographic and societal fissures persist, separating and preventing us from thriving in community and being instructive models for others. Join the discussion on wide-ranging issues of race and culture with and for the church.
Latest episodes
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29 min
Decision Sacramento
With Election Day under a month away, Pastor Meeks interviews Dr. Flo Cofer, candidate for Sacramento County Supervisor. In this discussion, Dr. Cofer shares her platform, addresse…
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Abridged in Community
Ryan Lillis, KVIE’s Associate General Manager of News, discusses the relationship between media and community, shares his journalistic journey, and reflects on his role building an…
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Campus to Community
Dr. Luke Wood reflects on his path to becoming the ninth permanent president of California State University, Sacramento, highlighting the experiences that shaped his leadership. He…
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Perspective, Reflections and Visions
In this episode, Sacramento City Councilmember Caity Maple sits down with Pastor Meeks for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, community, and the future of Oak Park, Dist…
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The Right to Exist
In this episode of Race, Culture and the Church, Pastor Meeks talks with Nick Anderson, director, filmmaker, and founder of Bright Coast Productions. Nick shares his insight into t…
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Informed Research and Engagement
Pastor Meeks interviews Dr. Christopher Towler, an Associate Professor at CSU Sacramento. They discuss race, ethnicity, and political dynamics in America, focusing on how progressi…
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A Ministry of Compassion
Pastor Rick Cole, Founder/Executive Director of Capital Compassion and retired Senior Pastor of Capital Christian Center, sits down with Pastor Meeks to discuss social justice, rac…
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Community, Justice and Impact
Tara Porter, Customer Strategy and Operations Manager at SMUD, shares powerful insights on the utility's impactful programs and their role in shaping community engagement and progr…
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Helping Build Oak Park's Future
Chancellor Gary May discusses his vision, goals, and objectives for Aggie Square as it moves closer to completion. Learn about the transformative impact this ambitious project is e…
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Sacramento's Creative Visionary
Pastor Meeks sits down with Scott Syphax, renowned business leader, entrepreneur and influential media commentator from Sacramento, California. Syphax is the celebrated host and ex…
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Countdown to Election
Pastor Mark Meeks sits down with Assemblymember Kevin McCarty to discuss his time in office and candidacy for Mayor of Sacramento.
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36 min
Countdown to Election
Dr. Flo Cofer shares her Sacramento mayoral candidacy journey and the countdown to election.
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36 min
A District's Champion
Sacramento City Council Candidate Roger Dickinson joins Pastor Mark Meeks to discuss his race for Council member of District 2.
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33 min
A City for All
Mayoral candidate Dr. Flo Cofer returns to discuss her vision for the City of Sacramento with Pastor Mark Meeks.
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33 min
Challenges and Opportunities
Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester discusses budgetary and operational challenges, as well as opportunities with Pastor Meeks
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33 min
A Driving Force
Jay King, CEO and President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce, Grammy Award winning singer, and record label executive, shares his remarkable history and drive.
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30 min
Service To All
Brandy Bolden, Chief Customer Officer at SMUD, the nation’s sixth largest publicly owned utility. A Sacramento native and UC Davis graduate, Brandy discusses her journey and trajec…
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35 min
Intentionally Authentic
Mayoral candidate Dr. Flo Cofer speaks with Pastor Mark Meeks on her life, unique journey and Sacramento mayoral pursuit.
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33 min
A Call For Home
Pastor Mark Meeks sits down with Nick Anderson, documentarian and owner of Bright Coast Productions in Woodland. They discuss the production of Nick's upcoming documentary on the h…
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29 min
Feeling Welcome and Welcoming Others
Courtney Beal, Senior Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Specialist with SMUD shares her past, present and future, from McComb, Mississippi to Sacramento and her work at SM…