This episode is part 1 of a two-part conversation with Pastor Ricky Jenkins about his experiences growing up in the South and how it has shaped his understanding of the gospel, race & reconciliation. We dive into some of the history and importance of celebrating Juneteenth, a day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. We also examine the challenges and opportunities that arise when engaging in conversations about race and relations in today's society as well as reflect on the importance of being a multiethnic church. This episode also includes some helpful resources & links as well as information for listeners to submit their questions for continued conversation in Part 2 of the next episode.For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected]––– Chapters –––00:00 - Introduction & Hotdogs or Hamburgers?3:45 - Growing Up as Ricky Jenkins12:07 - What is Juneteenth & Why Should We Care?17:26 - The Pro's & Con's of being a Multiethnic Church25:02 - Getting it wrong / Getting it right34:25 - Information about Part 235:17 - CloseSHOW NOTES & RESOURCES:The Story of Juneteenth - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/xkgzn80qekbjgm1n6uipg/The-Story-of-Juneteenth.pdf?dl=0&rlkey=14cjm53vkghbnvqtxaozzj379For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6daysYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

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