
The R.A.C.E. Podcast
The RACE is a podcast by Green The Church for Black Church Clergy and Lay Leadership regarding Environmentalism and Sustainability.
Episodes
38 episodes
The R.A.C.E S2 EP5: Green Faith Rising: From Wilderness to Watered Gardens
The R.A.C.E S2 EP5: Green Faith Rising: From Wilderness to Watered GardensIn this rich and reflective episode of The R.A.C.E. Podcast, Green Faith Rising: From Wilderness to Watered Gardens, host Kenya Madison le...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:04:42

The R.A.C.E S2 EP4: Bridging the Gap: Faith, Finances & Mental Wellness in the Modern Church
The R.A.C.E. – Bridging the Gap: Faith, Finances & Mental Wellness in the Modern ChurchThis conversation centers around the intersection of mental health, financial stability, and the evolving role of the church in community...
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1:04:41

The R.A.C.E S2 EP3: Faith, Sustainability, and Community: Embracing Renewable Energy in the Church
The R.A.C.E. – Faith, Sustainability, and Community: Embracing Renewable Energy in the ChurchIn this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the intersection of sustainability, renewable energy, and community care, especially from a faith-...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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47:58

The R.A.C.E S2 EP2: The Intersectionality of Faith, Mental Wellness and the Climate Movement
The R.A.C.E. – The Intersectionality of Faith, Mental Wellness, and the Climate Movement Join us for a powerful conversation about the interconnectedness of faith, mental wellness, and climate justice in our latest episode of The R...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:01:54

The R.A.C.E S2 EP1: Family Ties Amidst Tough Times
Episode 1: Welcome to Season 2 of the Green The Church Podcast!Join us for the first episode of Season 2 of the Green The Church Podcast as we kick off a powerful new season focused on faith, sustainability, and justice. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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57:38

Building Communities: Faith, Housing, and Legacy
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Rev. Dr. James McCray, the visionary leader behind the Tabernacle Community Development Corporation and Jones United Methodist Church in San Francisco. Rev. Dr. McCray discusses his pioneering effo...
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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 t...
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Episode 32
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Faith, Fitness, and Stewardship: Taking Care of Our Bodies and the Planet
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll sits down with Andre Ammons—Coach Dre of DAM Sport Sport Fitness—to discuss the powerful connection between faith, fitness, and environmentalism. They explore how spiritual stewardship extends beyond ca...
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Episode 31
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33:44

Power and Purpose: The Black Church’s Leadership in Climate Action and Community Development
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll is joined by Rev. Dr. Mark E. Whitlock, Jr., Pastor of Reid Temple AME Church (Glenn Dale, MD), for a dive deep into the intersection of the Black Church, environmental justice, and nonprofit work. Rev....
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Episode 30
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49:42
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Becoming a Nonprofit Prophet: Guidance for Clergy and Community Leaders
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll is joined by Rev. Dr. Michael Smith, Pastor of McGee Avenue Baptist Church and Founder of the Center for Food, Faith, and Justice. Together, they explore the journey of building and sustaining nonprofit...
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Episode 29
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Beyond the Pulpit: From Pastor to Nonprofit Leader
In this enlightening episode, Pastor Ambrose Carol sits down with Rev. Michael Malcolm, a visionary leader who transitioned from traditional pastoral ministry to founding the People's Justice Council, a nonprofit focused on environmental and...
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Episode 27: Prophets of Change: Empowering the Black Church for Environmental Justice
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll reflects on recent political developments and introduces the concept of "Nonprofit Prophets," a new initiative aimed at empowering clergy to establish faith-based organizations dedicated to social an...
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Episode 27
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Episode 26: Historical Reflections and Modern Implications: A Call for Unity and Healing
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll discusses reflects on pivotal moments in history, particularly focusing on assassination attempts and their profound impacts on societal progress. Key Points:
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Episode 26
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30:39
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Episode 25: From Extraction to Faith: The Fight for Environmental Justice
In this episode Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll discusses complex interplay between environmental justice and economic needs and pressures, particularly regarding extractives . Broadcasting from Northwest Louisiana, he reflects on the historical st...
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Episode 25
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Episode 24: Greening the Church and Empowering the Black Community
Summary:In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll, host of The R.A.C.E. podcast, produced by Green The Church, explores the intersection of environmentalism, sustainability, and the Black Church. Broadcasting from his ancestral...
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Episode 24
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17:16
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Episode 23: The Interconnected Histories of the Black Church and Environmental Justice
Summary:In this episode, Green The Church Founder, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll, discusses the intertwined histories of African American, Native American, and African cultures within the Black Church and their collective role in en...
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Episode 23
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13:50
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Episode 22: Finding Roots: Exploring Heritage and Environmental Justice
Summary:In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll explores the intersection of heritage, identity, and environmental justice. Drawing inspiration from Langston Hughes’ poem “I, Too, Sing America”, he discusses the importance of...
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Episode 22
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17:45
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Nature and the Black Church: Healing Together
In this episode, Green The Church Founder Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll explores the intersection of environmentalism and the Black Church. Contemplating the theological perspectives that separate humanity from nature, Rev. Dr. Carroll challenges...
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Episode 21
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17:34
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The Intersection of Faith, Environmentalism, and Social Justice
In this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll, Founder of Green The Church explores the deep connections between faith, environmentalism, and social justice. Reflecting on the historical and ongoing movements for civil rights and environmental j...
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Episode 20
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24:14
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From Revival to Restoration: The Environmental Mission of the Black Church
Episode Summary:In a special episode from the shore of Lake Merritt in Oakland, California, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll discusses the unique contributions and perspectives of the Black Church in the environmental movement. This episo...
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Episode 19
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25:34
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Reconciling Faith and Environmental Responsibility: A Journey of Transformation
In this enlightening conversation with Rev. Ambrose Carol engages in a compelling dialogue with Rev. Dr. W. Raymond Bryant Sr. Presiding Elder of the San Antonio District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church as he reflects on his tra...
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Episode 18
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48:29
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Episode 17: The Race for Environmental Justice: Pilgrim Rest Church’s Journey of Empowerment
SummaryIn this episode, Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carol speaks with Rev. W.E. Salone, Jr., Pastor of Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church in Antioch, California. They discuss insights from the church’s relocation from San Francisco...
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41:10

Episode 16: Environmental Justice and Community Resilience
Join Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll in this enlightening episode as he sits down with Dr. Sacoby Wilson, a distinguished professor at the University of Maryland College Park, to delve into pressing environmental justice issues affecting African Ameri...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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35:58

Episode 15: Environmental Justice and Faith with Reverend Michael Malcom
In this episode, we delve into the intersection of environmentalism, faith, and activism with special guest Rev. Michael Malcom, founder of the People’s Justice Council and Executive Director of Alabama Interfaith Power and Light. Rev. Malcom s...
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41:36

Episode 14: Empowering the Black Church for Environmental Action
In this episode of "The Race," hosted by Reverend Dr. Ambrose Carroll and produced by Green the Church, we delve into the intersection of environmentalism, sustainability, and the Black church. Joined by Reverend Dr. Kevin Barnes, a seasoned pa...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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35:20
