Leading with Legacy: Holistic Ministry and Community Impact

In this episode Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll is joined by Rev. Dr. Theron Jackson, Pastor of Morning Star Baptist Church (Shreveport, LA). They discuss the importance of holistic ministry, touching on leadership, community care, and the legacy of the Black Church in the South. Pastor Jackson shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Southwest Louisiana to becoming a community leader and theologian. Together, they explore the role of adaptability in ministry and how the church must evolve while staying rooted in tradition. This episode also highlights their upcoming National Green The Church Summit, with the theme “Homecoming: South to Black Power and the Restoration of Spiritual and Physical Wells”.

Topics Discussed:

• Reflections on leadership, legacy, and making an impact in ministry.
• The importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing world while holding onto spiritual traditions.
• Rev. Dr. Jackson’s personal journey from growing up in the projects to becoming a pastor and community leader.
• The upcoming National Green The Church Summit in Shreveport, LA, and its theme of homecoming and restoration.
• The role of the Black Church in addressing social justice and community needs.
• Rev. Dr. Jackson’s call for clergy to be equipped with both theological and practical knowledge, such as MDiv and MBA degrees, to lead effectively today.

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