Episodes

  • Dr. Anthony G. Reddie's Lecture at Harris Institute's Oxford Colloquy

    Dr. Anthony G. Reddie's Lecture at Harris Institute's Oxford Colloquy
    Apr 27 2024
    Dr. Anthony G. Reddie is the first black theologian in the history of the University of Oxford. Dr. Redddie provided the opening plenary at the Harris Institute's Oxford Colloquy at New College at the University of Oxford in the spring of 2024.
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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • Auntie Advocate turns hurt, pain, anger, and frustration into positive, community advocacy!

    Auntie Advocate turns hurt, pain, anger, and frustration into positive, community advocacy!
    Feb 5 2023
    A few years ago, Xzavier Hill was 18 years old and killed by the Virginia State Police. Xzavier was his heartbroken mom’s only child. A devastated and angry aunt turned this family tragedy into an opportunity for social advocacy. She is known as Auntie Advocate and her nonprofit bears the same name.

    A loving auntie and mother; a woman of faith and optimism; Auntie Advocate tells her story on this week’s episode of Narrativity.

    Say his name: #XzavierHill
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    36 mins
  • Rebecca Wilson shares about the day her world crumbled; her son Maurice was killed.

    Rebecca Wilson shares about the day her world crumbled; her son Maurice was killed.
    Jan 28 2023
    Violence is a public health concern. It is an epidemic. I know its tempting to just turn off the TV; close the page on your phone; unsubscribe to the news outlet; and think its happening over there to those people.

    But, looking the other way is not an option.
    Refraining from talking about it does not mean it does not exist.
    refusing to read about one more person killed does not make it go away.

    There is nothing pleasant when a mother hears the unthinkable about her child. And, when she does, she should not bear the burden alone. The problem is society's problem. Every child belongs to all of us.

    Rebecca Wilson shares her heartbreaking story about the day she got the call. It rocked her world. She felt alone in disbelief when the world stopped. Her precious 18 year old son - a good guy - was shot to death.

    Say his name: #MauriceWilson

    We must pray but not simply pray. We just do something to save our children; to save our communities; to save our nation; to preserve the world!

    #awakensociety #risetothecall
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    53 mins
  • Rev T. Sheri Amore shares what it's like to experience the murder of 4 family members

    Rev T. Sheri Amore shares what it's like to experience the murder of 4 family members
    Jan 21 2023
    Do you know anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one to murder? What about 3 or more family members? Rev. T. Sheri loss 4 family members to violence!

    Violence is truly an epidemic. Rev. T. Sheri shares her story with Dr. Antipas. She explains what happened and how she is coping.

    Rev. T Sheri also gives her perspective on the death penalty.

    The story is personal, sobering and heartbreaking. How can human beings kill other human beings? There is so much resulting hurt and grief in our communities. Rev. T. Sheri is an important voice in this generation.

    Thank you Rev. T. Sheri for sharing your story!
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    36 mins
  • Helping others get a grip on life: Richard "Rick" James shares his commitment to service from the battlefield to the Jailhouse

    Helping others get a grip on life: Richard "Rick" James shares his commitment to service from the battlefield to the Jailhouse
    Jun 13 2022
    Richard "Rick" James hails from Norfolk, VA. He joined the US Army at 17 years old. He did not know it then. But, enlisting in the army sparked within him a passion for service. He has served from the battlefields to the jailhouse. After military service Rick became a police officer. Retirement did not stop him. Rick is now an attorney. He works with the NAACP, speaking up for those who cannot speak up for themselves. Importantly, Rick has partnered with the Sheriff's office to start a learning center at the Norfolk Jails. He is helping inmates achieve education that equips them for a better life upon re-entry. Listen to this podcast to learn more about the important work that Rick is doing and how you might get involved.
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    36 mins
  • From the pit of pride to surrender: Jordan Brown shares his journey to a life of purpose

    From the pit of pride to surrender: Jordan Brown shares his journey to a life of purpose
    May 23 2022
    Jordan Brown shares his journey from being a pastor's kid to becoming a pastor himself. Pastor Jordan has a heart to heart with Dr. Antipas about his struggle with the call, his struggle with pride and his season of homelessness. Jordan chronicles his journey to accepting the call of God on his life. He now lives with a sense of fulfillment.
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    49 mins
  • From surviving a terrible car accident to the fight for justice: Anai shares her story and commitment to social change

    From surviving a terrible car accident to the fight for justice: Anai shares her story and commitment to social change
    May 16 2022
    Anai shares some of her complex story on Narrativity. She shares the stumbling blocks and the lessons she has learned over the years. She had a terrible car accident and miraculously recovered. Anai is passionate about racial and gender issues. She is also invested in matters of spirituality. Anai shares how spirituality and the fight for social justice must include multi-racial, multi-generational, multi-cultural are crucial in the struggle toward a new and more equal world. She shares her perspective on spirituality that includes scripture and astrology as non-competing spiritual resources. She believes that when we are more open to God’s world, we experience more spiritual insight for guidance in our everyday life.
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    36 mins
  • The Shift to Follow Passion: Marquita Bianca shares her journey to building a career in performing arts!

    The Shift to Follow Passion: Marquita Bianca shares her journey to building a career in performing arts!
    May 9 2022
    Marquita Bianca is a fashion editor, dancer, dance instructor, and Founder and CEO of Baila Fuzion Dance & Creative Arts Center in Virginia Beach. She shares her story of how her first experience of dance class at 21 years old shifted her career trajectory. The moral of the story is that each person has a calling, a passion, a beating drum. When we discover it and follow accordingly, we find joy. The world responds to our passion!

    Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman once said, “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”
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    17 mins