Best CCDA Podcasts (2025)

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From 'In the Community' to 'With the Community' 46:25

9d ago46:25

46:25

Lynette McIntosh-Madrigal is joined by Pamela Evans and Pastor Jermaine B. Armour of Saint Luke AME Zion Church in Wilmington, North Carolina. They share stories of hope, discuss how they are partnering with God and their neighbors to see their community flourish, and reflect on their journey from being in the community to being with the community.…

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Shalom in Grand Rapids 46:01

24d ago46:01

46:01

Scott Overpeck is joined by Justin and Nate Beene of Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation to discuss their work in Grand Rapids, MI. They share how they are pursuing Shalom, working toward community flourishing with their neighbors, and seeing God move in their city. They also offer some encouragement for CCD practitioners and recommend…

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Creating Belonging Through Language 51:34

1M ago51:34

51:34

Sarah Callen is joined by Emanuel “Ricky” Padilla and Dra. Itzel Meduri to discuss multilingualism. They share the history of language weaponization and hierarchy in America, which led to the signing of an Executive Order in 2025 designating English as the official language of The United States. Ricky and Dra. Meduri also offer theological support …

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A Look at the Immigration Landscape 56:24

2M ago56:24

56:24

Christina Foor is joined by Dr. Alexia Salvatierra and Angelica Acosta Garnett, long-time friends and practitioners of CCDA, especially in the Immigration space. They take a look at the current immigration landscape and discuss what our call is as CCD practitioners. Learn more about CCDA’s Immigration Network, including their Lent series, Love Know…

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CCD at Work in On Ramps Church 45:55

2M ago45:55

45:55

Lynette McIntosh-Madrigal is joined by Erik Mast-Foss, the Community Life Pastor at On Ramps Covenant Church in Fresno, CA, to discuss how God is moving in his community. On Ramps is part of CCDA’s Flourishing Congregations Initiative, a comprehensive four-year program that empowers church leaders to deepen their congregations’ community engagement…

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Behind the Scenes of ‘The Return’ 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Christina Foor is joined by Maya Moore Irons, Jonathan Irons, and Bo Cornelius to discuss The Return. In January 2025, we stepped inside two maximum-security prisons together—Jefferson City Correctional Center and Algoa—to bring encouragement through music and capture Jonathan’s return to the place where he was wrongfully incarcerated for 23 years.…

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Welcome Back to the CCDA Podcast! 25:31

3M ago25:31

25:31

Welcome to the CCDA Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Lorenzo Watson, the CEO of CCDA, stops by to share a little about his story, what CCDA is, what you can expect from this podcast, and ways you can get involved. Sign up for the CCDA Newsletter. Learn more about membership and networks. Save the date for the CCDA conference, November 5-8, 2025, in Gr…

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BONUS: Mental Health Awareness Month 1:10:39

1y ago1:10:39

1:10:39

Each May, CCDA offers events, trainings, and resources at the intersection of faith and mental health. In this bonus episode, Lyndal Bedford, CCDA’s Behavioral Health Affinity Network co-leader, explores how CCD practitioners are incorporating mental health practices into their organizations and contexts. First, you will hear Lyndal’s conversation …

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Journey To Justice — Advocacy That Moves Beyond The Criminal Legal System And Builds What We Need 58:55

1+ y ago58:55

58:55

How can the Church work for the flourishing of all society? Often, Christians care deeply for those within our church and see those outside its walls as “causes” or “issues” rather than image bearers with equal dignity and need. Our criminal legal system has replaced the Church as the first and longest responder to violence. How can the Church assu…

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A Theology From The Border 21:46

1+ y ago21:46

21:46

Presenter: Bethany Rivera MolinarBy CCDA

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Beyond The Opioid Crisis & Into Communities 1:02:08

1+ y ago1:02:08

1:02:08

This workshop will be educational and interactive in equipping those who are building community with the connections between addiction, the opioid epidemic, recovery and faith – especially in the wake of pandemic realities & polarized communities. The processes and strategies for decreasing stigma and increasing hope will be both taught and explore…

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Why It Matters: The Riverfront Resistance 11:00

1+ y ago11:00

11:00

Join Leroy Barber as he breaks down the Alabama riverfront brawl. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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Brown Church 57:25

1+ y ago57:25

57:25

The CCDA Online Institute & Missio Alliance partner to present, “Brown Church: Five Centuries of Latina/Latino Social Justice, Theology, & Identity.” Join us to learn more about the history and theology of Latino/Latina culture and what Robert Chao Romero’s newest book calls “Brown Church.” Romero considers how this movement has responded to these …

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Indigenous Peoples’ Family Talk 1:03:13

2y ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Join us in a conversation led by our Indigenous family in which we will discuss our nuanced identities, our colonized history, loving our communities well, and following the Jesus Way. This is a discussion you won’t want to miss because frankly, it’s time for us to listen to this part of our family. Lead by: Delphina Johnson, Jennifer Hinson, Kathy…

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Why The Supreme Court Decisions Matter? 14:08

2y ago14:08

14:08

Join Leroy Barber as he breaks down why the Supreme Court's decision matter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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Kingdom United: Exploring Multicultural Worship 49:20

2y ago49:20

49:20

2018 CCDA National Conference — Chicago Workshop Kingdom United: Exploring Multicultural Worship — Chantel Varnado Kingdom United is an interactive workshop that will explore the depth and dynamics of multicultural worship. Come learn how to develop practices that increase community engagement and empower marginalized people to have a voice and a s…

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Living Intentionally: Perspectives On Poverty 1:10:42

2y ago1:10:42

1:10:42

2019 CCDA National Conference — Dallas Workshop Living Intentionally: Perspectives on Poverty — Elia Moreno This workshop teaches how to build relationships and strengthen interactions with those living in emotional and economic poverty. Educating practitioners about the diverse perspectives of people who live in poverty is essential for CCD minist…

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Why It Matters with Leroy Barber: Preview Episode Why Does Juneteenth Matter? 11:28

2y ago11:28

11:28

Welcome to the all-new podcast Why It Matters With Leroy Barber! In this preview episode Leroy explains why Juneteenth matters. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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Marching Towards The Beloved Community 18:40

2y ago18:40

18:40

Presenter: Terrance Hawkins Terrance Hawkins is a husband & father of 4 beautiful children. A native of Winston-Salem, NC,he has served the local church & his city for the last 17 years through pastoral ministry, peace &justice activism, intercultural community building, youth development, & the arts. He is the founder/director of Lit City (a youth…

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Worship As Resistance And Renewal 21:28

2y ago21:28

21:28

Excerpts from songs Chantel Varnado -I'm all Yours - https://youtu.be/GjTNJg1fidM The Porter's Gate - Instrument of Peace - https://youtu.be/d0ZYPpqcIP0By CCDA

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Home In The Hood: Rooting Your Family In CCDA Principles 1:08:29

2y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

2018 CCDA National Conference — Chicago Workshop Home in the Hood: Rooting Your Family In CCDA Principles — Jonathan & Micheál Brooks, Paco & Sylvia Amador Raising your family in the hood presents incredible opportunities and unique challenges. The Brooks and Amador families will share from their hearts the practical experiences of raising their fa…

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Impact Investing 11:43

2y ago11:43

11:43

In this episode, Jerome Garciano presents his masterclass on Impact Investment for Christian Community Development. Check out ccda.org/shownotes for additional info and slides on this and previous episodes.By CCDA

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Raquel Patterson of Oak Tree Ministries and Paul Miles from We Raise Foundation 1:06:22

2y ago1:06:22

1:06:22

Today, we're joined by Paul Miles, the President and CEO of the We Raise Foundation, and Raquel Patterson, the executive director of oak tree ministries in Birmingham, Alabama. So thank you all, for being with me and having this conversation.By CCDA

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Creating a Leadership Pipeline 1:10:26

2y ago1:10:26

1:10:26

In our era, we are facing a tremendous problem. The essential ingredient for community transformation is leadership. Yet most ministries do not have an intentional process to grow leaders. Solid leadership within an urban ministry organization is critical for sustainability. In this course, Alvin Sanders will address the challenges of developing in…

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From Spiritual Bypassing To Entering Into Each Other’s Pain 47:11

2y ago47:11

47:11

Dr. Peace Amadi leads this session to define spiritual bypassing, identify how it’s operated in our lives and ministries, unpack how it has negatively impacted mental health and spiritual health, individually and communally, and explore new ways of being with each other during times of emotional pain.…

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The Minority Experience: Navigating Emotional & Organizational Realities 1:01:13

2y ago1:01:13

1:01:13

By CCDA

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Developing A Healthy Organizational Culture 56:04

2y ago56:04

56:04

Developing A Healthy Organizational Culture lead by Emanuel PadillaBy CCDA

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Being A White Ally In White Spaces 1:05:17

2y ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Today's conversation is with Elizabeth Cronlund from the 2021 CCDA Conference.By CCDA

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Biblical Justice Through Faith-Rooted Organizing And Advocacy 1:06:21

2+ y ago1:06:21

1:06:21

2016 CCDA National Conference — Los Angeles Workshop Biblical Justice Through Faith-Rooted Organizing and Advocacy — Michelle Warren, Gullermo Torres, and Alexia SalvatierraBy CCDA

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Cultivating Healing Spaces: Strategies For Wholeness And Wellbeing On A Community-Level 1:10:29

2+ y ago1:10:29

1:10:29

In this episode, Dayna Carr teaches us about Cultivating Healing Spaces: Strategies For Wholeness And Wellbeing On A Community-Level from the 2019 CCDA National ConferenceBy Dayna Carr

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2022 Christmas Greetings 3:02

2+ y ago3:02

3:02

Hello and Merry Christmas, I am Lorenzo Watson, your interim CEO & President at CCDA. I’ve stopped by the podcast to say thank you. Thank you to all of our CCDA members and friends who have given of your gifts, talents, wisdom, and friendship throughout the year. Your commitment to justice and community transformation continue to inspire me. It is …

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How To Build The Engaged Board Your Organization Needs 59:18

2+ y ago59:18

59:18

Jonathan Haskell, Matthew Best, and Daniel Watson share about how to recruit, assess, and encourage your Board of Directors. Taken from the 2021 CCDA National Conference.By Jonathan Haskell, Matthew Best, Daniel Watson

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Heaven For A G?: Hip Hop, Film, & The Great Commission 45:39

2+ y ago45:39

45:39

Tamice Namae Spencer shares from her workshop - Heaven For A G?: Hip Hop, Film, & The Great Commission. Taken from the 2019 CCDA National Conference. Psalm 139, Luke 9, John 18.By CCDA

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Pastoral Challenges & Opportunities In Gentrifying Neighborhoods 26:00

2+ y ago26:00

26:00

Taken from their workshop at the 2018 CCDA National Conference, Matthew Watson, Nikki Wiggins, & Justin Fung teach us about Pastoral Challenges & Opportunities In Gentrifying Neighborhoods.By CCDA

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Urban Gardens Are Community Assets 48:28

2+ y ago48:28

48:28

On today's episode: Jesse Chang, Raw Huang, and Tim Yee help us understand how an urban garden connects us all to the community.By CCDA

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Effective Successions: A Framework For Leadership Transition 46:52

2+ y ago46:52

46:52

Effective Successions: A Framework For Leadership Transition with Dr. Joanne Solis-Walker and Dan Walker. Hosted by former CCDA President, Ava Steffens.By CCDA

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CCDA Podcast Trailer 0:45

2+ y ago0:45

0:45

Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) is a network of Christians committed to seeing people and communities experience God’s shalom. This podcast features teaching from our annual conference, interviews, and training courses.By CCDA

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S.I.T.U.P. LIVE: Pre-Juneteenth Show 38:07

3y ago38:07

38:07

Join Leroy Barber as he talks about celebrating Juneteenth and much more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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Episode 67:Meet Dea Jenkins 20:45

3y ago20:45

20:45

Dea Jenkins is an interdisciplinary artist, writer, Director of Inbreak, and founder of Dea Studios. Through a series of life twists, including deciding not to pursue a career as a professional track runner, Dea “accidentally” discovered an interest and a talent for art-making. As she discovered the world of painting, drawing, and graphic design, s…

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Episode 66: Meet Carl Amouzou 30:20

3y ago30:20

30:20

Join Host Leroy Barber and producer Andru Morgan for another road trip to the 2022 Inhabit Conference in Seattle Wa. On this Episode meet Carl Amouzou of FŌS --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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S.I.T.U.P. LIVE: Buffalo, Brittney Griner, and Anti-Blackness 48:38

3y ago48:38

48:38

Join host Leroy Barber and producer Andru Morgan as they talk anti-blackness and other issues of the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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S.I.T.U.P Podcast Bonus Episode 30:37

3y ago30:37

30:37

Join host Rev. Leroy Barber as he preaches a very special message. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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S.I.T.U.P Podcast: Super Bowl Live Show 25:54

3y ago25:54

25:54

Join Leroy Barber and producer ANDRU Morgan as they talk Super Bowl beyond football. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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S.I.T.U.P. PODCAST LIVE: Black History Month at Third Eye Books 19:14

3y ago19:14

19:14

Third Eye Books Accessories & Gifts LLC was founded in 2019 in Portland Oregon by Michelle Lewis and Charles Hannah. Our vision is to be the number one supplier of African Centered books, accessories and gifts in the Portland Metro Area. We believe our products can be used as a tool to motivate, inspire, restore or enhance a persons cultural pride …

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S.I.T.U.P. PODCAST LIVE: MLK Day 2022 58:52

3+ y ago58:52

58:52

Join Leroy Barber as he reflects on the life and teachings of MLK. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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Episode 60: Live from CCDA: Meet Mayra 21:43

3+ y ago21:43

21:43

Mayra grew up in East Los Angeles, and currently lives in Pasadena, CA. She serves on the pastoral staff of Lake Avenue Church, a large congregation that has been at the same location for over 120 years. She has spent the past 18 years leading in her local community and casting vision for Kingdom-neighbor-loving. Her love for the local and global c…

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Episode 59: Live from CCDA: Meet Dominique Gilliard 28:00

3+ y ago28:00

28:00

Dominique DuBois Gilliard is the Director of Racial Righteousness and Reconciliation for the Love Mercy Do Justice(LMDJ) initiative of the Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC). He is the author of Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores, which won the 2018 Book of the Year Award for InterVarsity Press. Gilliard also serves on th…

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Episode 58: Live From George Fox University: Meet D'Metri Mattocks 25:00

3+ y ago25:00

25:00

Join host Leroy Barber for the kick off of an all new season of the SITUP Podcast. This season Leroy will be taking SITUP to another level by asking each person about Sports, Innovation, Theology, the Ugly and what Public discourse they have been having. Episode one of the new season Leroy kick things off with D'Metri Mattocks the Director of Inter…

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SITUP Live: May 22nd 2021 1:11:28

4y ago1:11:28

1:11:28

This week we talk NBA Playoffs, Landnrights, vaccine lottery, black-owned businesses and Leroy talks about Ronald Green in I'm Angry --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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SITUP LIVE: I AM ANGRY 1:10:10

4y ago1:10:10

1:10:10

Join Leroy Barber as he talks about the latest going on in America! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whyitmatterswithleroy/message

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