Good Faith
Can the Local Church Heal Political Division? (with Hahrie Han)
Aug 31, 2024
Join Dr. Hahrie Han, a political scientist at Johns Hopkins and Director of the SNF Agora Institute, as she discusses how local churches can bridge racial and political divides. Drawing from her research on a Cincinnati mega church, she reveals the transformative power of cross-racial relationships within faith communities. Dr. Han emphasizes engaging with challenging questions of race and politics directly, fostering deeper connections and shared experiences that unite diverse groups. Discover actionable insights to promote healing and community through church initiatives.
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- Local churches can play a vital role in healing political and racial divisions by fostering cross-racial relationships and community engagement.
- Facing questions of race and politics openly transforms divisive issues into shared experiences that unite communities within the church.
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