EPISODE · Feb 10, 2021 · 45 MIN
Sunday Service Podcast February 7th – Indomitable Spirits
from Seattle Unity · host Seattle Unity
"Ruth explained again and again that the Unity system for licensing teachers and ordaining ministers was stacked against Black people with tests that were biased in favor of whites, and that its discriminatory practices were counter to Unity teachings. In other words, Unity was not practicing what it preached."In honor of Black History month, Senior Minister Rev. Karen Lindvig looks at Unity's own denominational history around entrenched racism. The stories of Rev. Ruth Mosley and Rev. Johnnie Coleman illustrate what it takes to make change in the world, whether it means coaxing a traditionalist leadership to bend, or striking out on one's own entirely.Gerald Schley blesses the offering.Our Worship Arts includes special guest Jimmy Shields.Check out the full service video here.Take advantage of all the ways we can stay connected during this time, including after-service fellowship, Daily Prayer Boosts, and Wednesday evening prayer services. And as always, see our Facebook page or our Instagram for more, including quotes from our lesson notes, readings, and more.Want to get regular updates?Stay updated with our most recent newsletter here. Support the show
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"Ruth explained again and again that the Unity system for licensing teachers and ordaining ministers was stacked against Black people with tests that were biased in favor of whites, and that its discriminatory practices were counter to Unity teachings. In other words, Unity was not practicing what it preached."In honor of Black History month, Senior Minister Rev. Karen Lindvig looks at Unity's own denominational history around entrenched racism. The stories of Rev. Ruth Mosley and Rev. ...
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