Mending the Fabric: Restoring Relationships to End Poverty | Christine Jeske

Welcome to The UpWords Podcast! This special episode explores the intersection of Christian faith in the academy, church, and marketplace. Today's episode features Dr. Christine Jeske's insightful talk from the Kingdom Justice Summit, hosted in partnership with the Collaboration Project at Upper House. Dr. Jeske, a professor of cultural anthropology at Wheaton College and author of several books, shares her extensive research on race, work, faith, and the good life. Her upcoming book, Racial Justice for the Long Haul, delves into how white Christians can develop long-term commitments to racial justice.With a decade of experience living in Nicaragua, China, and South Africa, Dr. Jeske brings a unique perspective to her work. Now residing in an old Wisconsin farmhouse named the Sanctuary, she continues to inspire through her writing and speaking.Tune in to hear Dr. Jeske's compelling insights and join us in this meaningful conversation on justice and faith.Enjoy the episode!Send us Fan MailCONNECT WITH USSubscribe to The UpWords Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts and visit slbf.org/studio to learn more about our work at the intersection of faith, the academy, and the marketplace.This episode was created by the SLBF STUDIO at Upper House.Produced by Daniel Johnson and Dave ConourEdited by Dave Conour