Holly Berkley Fletcher
Historian, former CIA analyst, and author who grew up as a missionary kid in Kenya; wrote the book Missionary Kids examining missionary childhoods and what they reveal about white evangelicalism.
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Dec 6, 2025 • 59min
Holly Berkley Fletcher on Missionary Kids, White Evangelicalism, and the Myths of Calling
Holly Berkley Fletcher, a historian and author who grew up as a missionary kid in Kenya, dives into the complexities of white evangelicalism. She explores how missionary culture has shaped American identity and race narratives. The conversation covers the romanticized myth of the 'missionary saint' and the hidden costs for missionary children. Holly also discusses the impact of calling, the disparities in the missionary experience, and the systemic issues within missionary work, urging a shift toward prioritizing children's wellbeing and historical accountability.
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Dec 4, 2025 • 60min
Episode 307: How the Stories of Missionary Kids Unmask the Myths of Evangelicalism (and Purity Culture!)
Holly Berkley Fletcher, a historian and former CIA analyst, shares insights from her book *Missionary Kids*, revealing the complex lives of missionary kids in evangelical contexts. They discuss how these kids act as a 'window' into the issues of white evangelicalism and race. Holly highlights their struggles with identity and grief, compounded by unrealistic expectations of their parents as 'saints.' The conversation uncovers how purity culture impacts MKs, especially girls, and calls for empowering local leaders in positive missions.
