Racism and Trauma with Embo Tshimanga -- Episode 01

In 2020, we're seeing a new civil rights revolution happen before our eyes. And it's an issue that we, as believers especially, need to face head on. Because of that, I wanted to bring a series of conversations on racism to the beginning of this podcast. We can't be a people that shy away from challenging topics. Instead, I want to help you face them and lead through them with empathy and action.

Today's guest, Embo Tshimanga, brings us her experience of being Black in America -- one that is not unlike millions of others. She shared honestly and vulnerably about the trauma and how it's shaped her, the things she's processing in this moment, and what she hopes for the church and the nation as we walk through this revolution together.

Embo is a people person and a storyteller who is fiercely loyal and passionate about making others feel seen, heard, and understood. She loves her people from a deep well. Embo values connection with others, most often using words and stories to make and grow those connections. Embo grew up in and out of foster care, making home in group homes, homeless shelters, women’s shelters, and cars. Upon graduating from high school, Embo interned at NorthWood Church in Keller, where she served as a student associate pastor for two years. Embo is currently pursuing a degree in Integrative Studies with focuses on public relations, business management, and communications at University of North Texas, with plans to pursue a Master’s of Social Work.

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