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You can find Dianne on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠her church here.⁠

⁠rocaderefugiosatx.org⁠



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Summary



In this conversation, Jon Pyle interviews Dianne Garcia, the pastor and church planter of Iglesia Cristiana Roca de Refugio, a church for immigrant families in San Antonio. Dianne shares her experience of starting a church that is led by and serves immigrant families. They discuss the importance of forming personal relationships with immigrants and the misconceptions surrounding immigration. The conversation highlights the need for churches and individuals to support immigrants in a way that truly helps and empowers them.



Keywords



church, immigrant families, church planting, community, relationships, support, misconceptions, empowerment



Chapters



00:00 Personal Connections and Changing Perspectives

07:02 Impact on the Soul through Engaging with Immigrants

08:40 Finding Meaning and Impact

09:24 The Challenge of Helping Many

09:54 The Most Meaningful Thing

10:36 Passion Rooted in Suffering

11:35 Moving Beyond Charity

12:30 Compassionate Relationship vs. Charity

13:21 Transformation through Suffering

14:17 Vulnerability and Empathy

15:16 The Impact on the Soul

16:01 Help that Hurts

17:12 The Danger of Dehumanization

18:08 Moving Beyond Transactional Help

19:41 Creating Safety, Narrative Change, and Empowerment

21:02 Seeking Sanctuary and Changing Narratives

22:29 Providing Emotional and Spiritual Sanctuary

25:08 The Emotional Journey of Asylum Seekers

26:01 Finding Joy in Watching Baby Chicks

27:52 Where to Find Diane

33:52 BOTI Outro Video.mp4








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You can find Dianne on Instagram and her church here.

rocaderefugiosatx.org



AI Summary



In this conversation, Jon Pyle and Dianne Garcia discuss the importance of treating immigrants with love, dignity, and respect. Dianne shares her experience as the pastor of a church that serves immigrant families and asylum seekers in San Antonio. They talk about the different categories of immigrants, the challenges they face, and the fear and uncertainty they live with. They also discuss the political and partisan aspects of immigration and the pushback Dianne receives for her work. The conversation highlights the need for a more humane and compassionate approach to immigration.



Keywords



immigration, immigrants, asylum seekers, church, love, dignity, respect, fear, uncertainty, political, partisan, pushback, humane, compassionate






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Find ⁠Kadi Cole at her website⁠ and on ⁠social media⁠. She also has some INSANELY cool resources on here ⁠LinkTree⁠. https://linktr.ee/kadicole


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Find Kadi Cole at her website and on social media. She also has some INSANELY cool resources on here LinkTree. https://linktr.ee/kadicole

If you're not in full time ministry (90+% of people) what does it look like to fully engage your calling? That's one of the big questions Kadi is here to address and she does an amazing job guiding us to a fulfilling life at home, in church and at work.




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Summary



In this conversation, Jon Pyle and Riana Shaw Robinson discuss the challenges faced by women and people of color in the church. They talk about the transactional nature of the church and the pressure to compromise one's identity for belonging. Riana shares her experience of being a co-creator with God and the importance of patience in birthing something new. They also discuss the need for non-conventional communities that cater to specific groups and the tension that arises from that. Riana emphasizes the importance of listening to and receiving the stories of others with gratitude. In this conversation, Riana Shaw Robinson discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for marginalized communities and the power of community support. She shares her experiences at Miriam's Song, a church community that welcomes and uplifts women of color. Riana emphasizes the need for inclusivity and acceptance in religious spaces, challenging traditional boundaries and hierarchies. She also highlights the significance of self-care and joy in the midst of challenging times. Overall, the conversation highlights the transformative power of community and the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels seen, held, and loved.



Takeaways



The church can be transactional and often pressures individuals to compromise their identity for belonging.

The Holy Spirit is creative and invites individuals to co-create something new with God.

Non-conventional communities that cater to specific groups can provide a sense of belonging and empowerment.

It is important to listen to and receive the stories of others with gratitude. Creating safe spaces for marginalized communities is essential for their well-being and flourishing.

Inclusivity and acceptance should be prioritized in religious spaces, challenging traditional boundaries and hierarchies.

Self-care and joy are important for maintaining resilience and finding strength in challenging times.

Community support and affirmation are transformative and can help individuals feel seen, held, and loved.



Chapters



00:00 The Struggle of Women of Color in Church Spaces

01:33 Transactional Relationships in Church

03:01 Identity and Belonging

03:57 Navigating Progressive Spaces

04:50 Challenging Traditional Christianity

05:30 Receiving Others' Stories

06:36 Creating Inclusive Spaces

07:35 Listening and Learning

08:39 Accepting Truths

09:29 Unconventional Approaches

10:47 Creating Safe Spaces

11:46 The Importance of Boundaries

12:28 Trusting God's Guidance

14:08 The Power of Women's Gatherings

14:39 Unconventional as Conventional

15:37 Creating Safe Spaces for Marginalized Communities

16:40 Finding Joy in Sunshine

23:31 Supporting Miriam's Song

26:53 Outro Video.mp4




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