Native Drums

Savannah Grove Baptist Church
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Explore the powerful symbolism of drums in African American culture, once tools of communication and resistance during the darkest times of slavery. We confront the lingering shadows of economic exploitation and the pervasive influence of media and religion in controlling black narratives. Let’s reexamine the role of the black church and its mission to fight systemic injustices, urging a return to prophetic ministries that prioritize humanity and community over material wealth. This podcast episode is not just a reflection of the past but a call to action for the future, urging us to build a more just and liberated world.

  1. 8h ago

    A Police Chief’s Calling

    Send us Fan Mail A child gets told, flat out, that being a police officer is “not a career for a young lady.” Chief Angela Green didn’t just ignore that message, she outworked it. We talk with Florence’s new Chief of Police about what it really takes to lead in a male-dominated profession, why her faith and upbringing shaped her style of servant leadership, and how becoming a single mother early forced her to build resilience fast. Her journey runs from Union, New Jersey to a six-month Virginia police academy, up the ranks to captain, and into multiple chief roles before landing in Florence, South Carolina. We also get practical about modern policing and public trust. Chief Green explains how her legal background helps officers think through civil rights, privacy, and the real-world consequences of decisions made in seconds. Then we dig into police technology and AI, including how drones can improve response times and officer safety. She shares a striking real example where a drone helped identify armed teens gathering near a park as school buses were about to arrive, giving officers the information they needed to intervene and get guns off the street. From there, we zoom in on her vision for the Florence Police Department: evidence-based proactive policing, crime analysis, and being laser focused on known offenders rather than blanketing whole neighborhoods. We also talk community policing that shows up in everyday life, from “Coffee With a Cop” to community walks, youth engagement plans, and partnerships that help vulnerable seniors during extreme heat. If you care about smart public safety, police transparency, and what real community partnership looks like, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a neighbor, and leave a review with what you want to hear next. Support the show

  2. Jul 26

    Baptist Day In South Carolina

    Send us Fan Mail A region that once struggled to give $10,000 becomes the only one in South Carolina to consistently hit a $20,000 fundraising goal, and the spark is something you might not expect: a mass choir built on unity. We sit down with Pastor LL Cain, president of the 6th district, to unpack the real story behind Baptist Day and how churches across the state mobilize on the fourth Sunday in July to support the South Carolina Baptist E&M Convention with repairs, resources, and long-term ministry needs.  We also zoom in on Region 6, a massive footprint of more than 262 churches spread across multiple counties, and talk candidly about what it takes to organize, re-engage congregations after COVID-era setbacks, and keep a clear mission in front of leaders. Pastor Kane shares the vision that formed the Region 6 Mass Choir, how it grew from a simple idea into a movement, and why the choir welcomes believers across denominations to “just sing” for the glory of God. One moment says it all: a chance encounter with a woman singing at a gas station becomes an open door into a choir family.  From there, we look forward. You’ll hear plans for a marketing group to build local business support, a commitment to giving to HBCUs that are struggling, and the importance of Morris College, owned by the Missionary Baptist churches in South Carolina, as a vital piece of higher education and legacy. We also talk about upcoming music workshops designed to train singers, musicians, and music leaders because the church’s message often lands first through sound and worship.  If you care about church leadership, faith-based fundraising, South Carolina Baptist history, or the power of music ministry to bring people together, this conversation delivers practical insight and real hope. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find Native Drums and join the conversation. Support the show

  3. Jul 19

    What If A Small Spark Could Become A Star

    Send us Fan Mail A 15-year-old with three children’s books, a youth business camp, a custom apparel line, an after-school academy, and a nonprofit sounds like a headline. For us, it’s family, and it’s also proof that a “small spark” can turn into something real when you put in the work. I’m Josiellia Williams, and I’m joined by my grandson Jaiden Bostic for a warm, honest talk about how his ideas became products, programs, and community impact. We start with the heart of it: The Prince And The Butterfly book series, inspired by the bond between Jaden and his sister and shaped from a bedtime story into published children’s books. From there, Jaden breaks down the meaning behind the J Spark name and motto, and how branding is more than a logo. It’s a promise you keep across everything you build. Then we get practical about youth entrepreneurship and kid business owners. Jaiden shares how J Spark Innovators runs as a two-week business camp that teaches business basics, ethics, and confidence, ending in a pop-up shop where kids sell what they’ve created. We also talk J Spark Apparel and how custom shirts, hoodies, and polos help teams and school groups show pride, plus J Spark Academy and why an after-school space with homework support and structure can change a child’s week. Finally, Jaiden walks us through J Spark Cares and the mission to give back through donations and resources for families at Ronald McDonald House and children’s hospital networks. If you care about teen entrepreneurship, children’s books, mentorship, and building a business that serves the community, you’ll get a lot out of this conversation. Subscribe, share this with a parent or young creator, and leave us a review. What would you build with your own spark? Support the show

  4. Jul 12

    What If Community Help Worked Like Stairways

    Send us Fan Mail Putting phones away for one meal sounds small until you see what it unlocks. We’re joined by Anita Magwood, program manager for Strengthening Families (SFP) with Community Action Partnership, and she breaks down how an evidence-based family skills program can help parents and kids reconnect, communicate, and handle conflict without losing each other in the noise of everyday life. We talk about the weekly flow, why starting with dinner matters, and how family coaches help parents practice skills that stick.  We also zoom out to the bigger picture of community support across South Carolina’s PEEDEE region. Anita shares what Community Action Partnership (PD CAP) actually does, including Head Start, employment and training, LIHEAP utility assistance, rental help, emergency shelters, and nutrition meal support that reaches far beyond what most people expect. One of the most important takeaways: needing help after a loss of income can happen to anyone, and you shouldn’t miss the chance to reach out when support is available.  Then we get into outreach that feels like legacy, not just giveaways: a community baby shower packed with education and connections, and a back to school bash built around encouragement, health checks, food, and a “Passport To Leadership” that stamps kids into purpose. We also reflect on the Clementa Pinckney Foundation and what servant leadership looks like on the ground, where the stairways to success are built one step at a time. If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave us a review so more families can find these resources. Support the show

  5. Jul 5

    What's Often Forgotten About the Freedom of the Fourth

    Send us Fan Mail Fireworks are loud, simple, and temporary. Freedom is none of those things. I’m Napoleon Bradford, and I’m asking a question most of us were never taught to sit with: when did you become free, and freedom from whom? If your answer is “July 4th, 1776,” stay with me, because for millions of Americans that date has never been fully true historically, legally, or socially. We walk through the parts of the American story that often get pushed to the margins: 1619 and the arrival of enslaved Africans, the Declaration of Independence written in a world that did not include Black people in its definition of equality, and the Constitution turning human beings into representation math through the three-fifths compromise. We also name the uncomfortable details about emancipation, the “except as punishment for crime” loophole in the 13th Amendment, and the long chain that leads to convict leasing, forced prison labor, and mass incarceration. Then we bring it into the present with Reconstruction’s living legacy: the 14th Amendment and birthright citizenship debates, voting rights and modern redistricting fights, and why citizenship and representation are still contested ground. Finally, we talk about the good of God talk in turbulent times, a liberating faith that breaks the spell of empire, tells the truth, honors the ancestors, and insists we are more than what America has called us. If this helps you rethink patriotism, memory, and what real freedom requires, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation. Support the show

  6. Jul 4

    What Happens When Worship Becomes Movement

    Send us Fan Mail A summer camp where kids learn choreography is nice. A summer camp where kids learn how to worship, lead, and believe they belong is something else entirely. We sit down with Mia to celebrate the 26th year of Heaven Bound Praise Dance Camp at Savannah Grove Baptist Church in Florence, South Carolina, and to share what makes this week such a life-giving tradition for families, students, and the church community.  We walk through what parents and students can expect at Heaven Bound Praise Dance Camp 2026: Monday through Friday, July 6 to July 10, days running 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and a welcoming age range starting around five and up. Mia explains how the camp separates groups by age and then opens up different worship arts pathways for older students, including flag, mime, sign language, and lyrical dance. We also dig into the men’s division, why a masculine approach matters, and how the camp helps young men move past the idea that praise dance is “for girls” by grounding it in faith, confidence, and real examples.  Then we zoom out to the bigger story: how the camp started as a small weekend for nine dancers, grew year after year to serve upward of 200 participants, paused through COVID, and came back strong. We highlight the Friday worship recital where the public can see what the dancers learned, plus the expansion to a second location with Heaven Bound Praise Dance Camp in Columbia, South Carolina at Bible Way Church of Atlas Road (July 20 to July 24). If you care about youth ministry, Christian dance, praise and worship, or building a stronger church community, this conversation will stick with you. Subscribe, share this with a parent or youth leader, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Support the show

  7. Jun 28

    No Youth No Church

    Send us Fan Mail If your church’s older members stepped away tomorrow, who would still be standing in the building a year from now? That question drives a real, practical conversation with Alpheus Anderson, an author, music director, producer, and the founder of Pure in Heart children’s and youth choir. We talk about the quiet crisis many congregations feel after COVID: youth ministry numbers shrinking, fewer teens engaged, and churches losing the next generation without meaning to. The message is blunt but hopeful: no youth, no church, and there are solutions if we’re willing to change how we show up. We dig into what effective discipleship looks like right now, especially when attention is competing with phones, headphones, and nonstop media. Alpheus breaks down how to teach the Bible OTL “on their level” without losing depth, using what he calls “enter train,” entertainment and training together. We also talk about why Sunday school, children’s church, VBS, and small groups still matter, because “faith comes by hearing,” and students simply are not hearing the Word enough to form a steady biblical worldview. Then we get tactical about college ministry and outreach. Alpheus shares four things he sees college students looking for: care, cash, cause, and community. Instead of leading with “come to our church,” we talk about serving first by showing up on campus with practical help and consistent presence. We even explore creative ideas like a college pantry in unused church space, plus how service opportunities can open doors for long-term connection. You’ll also hear updates on Pure in Heart, new music, Stellar nomination excitement, and how a youth-driven mission like singing for peace in China becomes a powerful picture of what happens when young people are trained and trusted. If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a ministry leader, and leave a review so more churches can build a future with their youth. Support the show

  8. Jun 24

    The King Summit Preview

    Send us Fan Mail You can feel it when a community moment is bigger than a flyer. Josiellia Williams sits down with Bishop Michael Blue for a special Native Drums conversation that starts with a full preview of CCFM’s King Summit at the Florence Center in Florence, South Carolina, then goes deeper into what churches actually need to navigate right now. We walk through the schedule, the worship nights, the morning glory gatherings, and why bringing influential voices into the region can strengthen what local pastors and leaders already pour into their people. We also spend real time on the practical breakout sessions that make this event more than a service. Mental health support, worship and arts, media training, financial legacy building, and especially church security take center stage. Bishop Blue explains why “Who’s watching while we’re praying?” is not a slogan but a necessary question in a world that has shifted, and why best practices matter so safety stays wise, calm, and intentional. Then the conversation turns to youth in the church after COVID, and it gets honest. We talk about being deliberate, creating communities young people want to return to, and helping them build a faith that can think as well as believe through apologetics and open dialogue. If you care about church leadership, community empowerment, and youth ministry that lasts, this one will stay with you. Subscribe, share this with a friend in ministry, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation. Support the show

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Explore the powerful symbolism of drums in African American culture, once tools of communication and resistance during the darkest times of slavery. We confront the lingering shadows of economic exploitation and the pervasive influence of media and religion in controlling black narratives. Let’s reexamine the role of the black church and its mission to fight systemic injustices, urging a return to prophetic ministries that prioritize humanity and community over material wealth. This podcast episode is not just a reflection of the past but a call to action for the future, urging us to build a more just and liberated world.

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  • Creator
    Savannah Grove Baptist Church
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Native Drums
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    Native Drums