

The Preaching While Black Podcast
John C. Richards, Jr.
The Preaching While Black Podcast is a podcast dedicated to the the calling, craft, and content of the Black preaching tradition. In each episode, the show's host, Pastor John C. Richards, Jr. sits down with guests to discuss their own stories as Black preachers.
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Jan 13, 2025 • 52min
Preaching While Black Podcast Episode 020 w/ Pastor Edrin Williams
Pastor Edrin Williams serves as the senior pastor of Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis, where he leads social justice initiatives and advocates for community engagement. He discusses the collaborative team teaching model that enriches sermon delivery and the importance of leadership in uplifting future pastors. Williams reflects on the church's role in addressing injustices, particularly in the wake of George Floyd's death, emphasizing mentorship and the need for effective communication to inspire and connect with congregants.

Sep 17, 2024 • 54min
Preaching While Black Podcast Episode 019 With Rev. Janiece Williams
Welcome back to the Preaching While Black podcast. Rev. Janiece Williams is a Theology and Practice Fellow at Vanderbilt University. She is a practitioner-scholar and creator of the Sermon Development Workbook.In this episode, she discusses the importance of a roadmap for preaching, her call to ministry, and the intersection of the academy and the pulpit.This is Episode 019: Rev. Janiece Williams__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________RESOURCES MENTIONED THIS EPISODEJaniece Williams' Website: https://www.janiecerenee.com/Sermon Development Workbook: https://www.janiecerenee.com/shop/p/sermon-development-workbookThe Jewish Study Bible: https://www.amazon.com/Jewish-Study-Bible-Second/dp/0199978468New Interpreter's Bible Commentary: https://tinyurl.com/3r5w432pHoly Imagination: https://tinyurl.com/53ydws9w__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________00:00 Introduction02:35 The Call22:57 The Craft40:24 The Content/Context__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________CONNECT WITH US:FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblackYOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Jun 4, 2024 • 53min
Episode 018: Dr. Eric Redmond
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Dr. Eric C. Redmond is Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, IL and Associate Pastor of Preaching and Teaching at Calvary Memorial Church in Oak Park, IL. In this episode, he discusses the preaching craft and his life as a "missionary" preacher in a church outside of the Black Church context.This is Episode 018: Dr.Eric Redmond SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________00:00 Introduction 2:15 The Call 14:47 The Craft 29:05 The Context____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack YOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Apr 2, 2024 • 52min
Episode 017: Bobby Manning
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Dr. Bobby Manning in the Senior Pastor of The Heights Church in Washington, D.C. In this episode, he discusses preaching in the hotbed of political tension.This is Episode 017: Dr. Bobby Manning SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________00:00 Introduction 2:51 The Call 17:35 The Craft 36:36 The Context ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack YOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Mar 5, 2024 • 45min
Preaching While Black Episode 016: Christopher Butler on Preaching and Politics
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Christopher Butler is the Pastor of Chicago Embassy Church in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, he discusses the intersection of preaching and politics, as a pastor who has run for political office. This is Episode 016: Christopher Bulter on Preaching & Politics SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 00:00 Introduction 02:42 The Call 16:43 The Craft 32:11 The Context __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack WEBSITE: https://preachingwhileblack.com YOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Feb 6, 2024 • 54min
Preaching While Black Episode 015: Aaron Moore on Staying Hungry to Learn as a Preacher
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Aaron Moore is the Equipping Pastor at Concord Church in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, he discusses the importance of Christian education in his preaching journey, the women who have influenced his life as a preacher, and some of the secret sauce that makes Concord a great place to serve as a preacher. This is Episode 015: Aaron Moore on Staying Hungry to Learn as a Preacher SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 00:00 Introduction 00:50 The Call 16:27 The Craft 28:57 The Context __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack WEBSITE: https://preachingwhileblack.com YOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Jan 8, 2024 • 38min
Preaching While Black Episode 014: Christopher J. Harris on Preaching in a Politicized Culture
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Christopher J. Harris is the Executive Pastor at Crossover Church in Tampa, Florida. In this episode, he discusses the importance of preaching tough truths in a politicized culture and his system of keeping and retaining notes from his sermon preparation. This is Episode 014: Christopher J. Harris on Preaching in a Politicized Culture SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 00:00 Introduction 00:50 The Call 16:27 The Craft 28:57 The Context __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack WEBSITE: https://preachingwhileblack.com YOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Dec 6, 2023 • 43min
Episode 013: Andre Kirkland on Extemporaneous Application and Preaching to Context
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Andre Kirkland is currently an associate pastor at Creekstone Church. In this episode, he discusses the importance of extemporaneous application in sermon delivery and offers some solid advice on preparing sermons for younger generations.. This is Episode 013: Andre Kirkland on Extemporaneous Application and Preaching to Context SUBSCRIBE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS: /@preachingwhileblack RESOURCES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: New American Commentary SeriesInterpreter’s Bible Commentary SeriesIVP Bible Dictionary Series: Kubo Greek Reading Companion__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Segments: INTRODUCTION: 0:00THE CALL: 1:20THE CRAFT 13:27THE CONTENT 29:09__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack WEBSITE: https://preachingwhileblack.com YOUTUBE: /@preachingwhileblack

Oct 3, 2023 • 36min
Episode 012: Cross-Cultural Preaching with Jeanelle Austin
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Jeanelle Austin is the Director of the George Floyd Global Memorial. Jeanelle is a Fuller Seminary graduate whose preaching call is unique. A native of Minneapolis, Jeanelle has spent her life immersed in the arts. In this episode, Jeanelle shares about her call to preach outside of the local church and how her experiences have shaped her preaching. You don't want to miss this episode.---------------------------------SEGMENTS:00:00 Introduction02:08 The Call17:10 The Craft26:04 The Content-----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH US:FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblackTWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblackWEBSITE: https://preachingwhileblack.comYOUTUBE: / @preachingwhileblack

Sep 5, 2023 • 59min
Preaching While Black Episode 011: Contemplative Preaching Through Experience with Dr. John Faison
Welcome to the Preaching While Black podcast. Dr. John Faison, Sr. is the Senior Pastor of Waston Grove Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee. A gifted communicator, Dr. Faison shares about his military experience, growing up in rural America, and the necessity of contemplative meditation for the preacher. You don't want to miss this episode. --------------------------------- SEGMENTS: 00:00 Introduction 02:56 The Call 12:55 The Craft 31:42 The Content ----------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH US: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/preachingblack TWITTER: https://twitter.com/preachingblack WEBSITE: https://preachingwhileblack.com YOUTUBE: / @preachingwhileblack


