
The Disrupters: Faith Changing Culture
Community Impact through Consistency and Presence with Amy Williams
Nov 20, 2023
Amy Williams, who has worked in gang intervention and restorative justice for over 29 years, discusses the importance of walking alongside the community and embodying love. She emphasizes the need for churches to understand community assets and needs, and highlights the significance of consistency and presence in establishing trust. Williams also reflects on her own journey of addressing unhealthy leadership patterns and the importance of self-care. The chapter descriptions include bringing restorative justice to juvenile prisons, recognizing and addressing unhealthy leadership, self-care and letting go of control, building relationships and being committed to the community, and navigating failure and finding purpose.
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- Consistency and presence are crucial in changing communities and building trust.
- Churches should engage with community organizations and ask questions to better understand and support genuine community needs.
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Building Trust through Consistency and Presence
Consistency and presence are crucial in changing communities and building trust. Churches need to be consistent in their engagement with communities and present in their neighborhoods throughout the year, rather than only showing up for occasional events. Trust is established when churches consistently show up, invest time, and build relationships with community members.
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