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How to Heal Our DividesDorena Williamson - “Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days”Please enjoy this book interview with Dorena Williamson for her new children's book “Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days”.Learn more at dorenawilliamson.com2025-07-3134 min
Find Your Next CallingDorena Williamson - “Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days”Please enjoy this book interview with Dorena Williamson for her new children's book “Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days”.Learn more at dorenawilliamson.com2025-07-3134 min
Faith and Justice Book GroupDorena Williamson - “Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days”Please enjoy this book interview with Dorena Williamson for her new children's book “Every Breath, Every Blessing: Finding Hope on Tough Days”.Learn more at dorenawilliamson.com2025-07-3134 min
MomLife Ministries PodcastLoving the Prince of PeaceSend us a textWholehearted—Loving God With All Your SoulPeace isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind as we enter the holiday season. And yet, Isaiah 9:6 is the promise that the Prince of Peace is on the way. This Prince—Jesus—is who we celebrate at Christmas. How might you need to receive the gift of peace this season?Christy and Melanie are joined with special guest Dorena Williamson to talk about how a wholehearted mom shows up believing God’s truth, letting it shape her life and mo...2024-12-0945 min
Bible Love: A Scripture PodcastWriting and the Word - Dorena WilliamsonToday we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Dorena Williamson.Williamson is a bestselling author who is passionate about showing children—and adults—that differences can be curiously explored and joyfully celebrated.Questions for reflection:- Where have you encountered God this week?Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall!Links mentioned in this episode:- https://dorenawilliamson.com/- http...2024-07-0430 minMomLife Ministries PodcastBonus: How Do I Build Connection With My Mother/ Daughter(s)-In-Law When It Feels Messy?Send us a textBeautiful Mess: Seeking Jesus, Finding Beautiful CONNECTIONAs we think of all of our relational connections, there’s both beauty and mess. A common messy connection for women can be with our in-laws. Because it’s a common question and struggle we hear from moms, we want to take an extra episode to share some specific encouragement about how to build connection in these special relationships. And a big part will be seeking Jesus for wisdom.Two friends join Melanie and Christy: Sara from Colorado and Dorena from Nash...2024-02-2842 min
Your Enneagram Coach, the PodcastEpisode 191: Finding Balance in Purpose & Responsibilities with the Enneagram ft. Dorena WilliamsonDo you need help discovering and embracing your unique talents and passions? Or perhaps you're already pursuing your calling but are struggling to balance it with your other roles and self-care.FREE Enneagram resources here: https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/podcastresources 00:00 Episode 191: Finding Balance in Purpose & Responsibilities with the Enneagram ft. Dorena Williamson03:05 Dorena's Story05:16 Dorena's Enneagram Journey17:05 Type 9 Finding Her Passion27:35 Seeking Balance2023-10-021h 04
Simply Stories PodcastEpisode 162 :: Dorena Williamson :: Stories of Encouraging and Honoring Children and Kingdom Community Building for God’s Glory I am so thrilled to welcome back to the podcast, the one and only Dorena Williamson! Dorena is a woman of deep faith, with a passion for building the kingdom of God and living a legacy of faith as a minister, a mama, a pastor’s wife, and a woman of impactful and instructive words. She is the author of 8 children’s books that all provide beautiful insight into the heart of God and scripture’s call to live in diversity and humility as we learn and grow together in the world. Whether that diversity is found in differing racial...2023-08-161h 25
The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kidsTeaching Kids About God’s Diverse Kingdom with Dorena WilliamsonI love children’s books because even though they are meant for kids, I always get something out of their messages. Sometimes the beauty and simplicity of the text and illustrations brings me to tears! One of my all time favorite children’s book authors is Dorena Williamson. We have many of her books throughout our house, so I was so excited to have the opportunity to sit down and talk with her! Dorena is the author of 8 children’s books, her most current book is called I Know Who I am, which is all about t...2023-06-2729 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastI Know Who I AmDorena Williamson is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her beautiful new #PictureBook I Know Who I Am. Dorena tells us that this is an uplifting picture book that reminds children all over the world of God’s love for them—affirming their standing in His kingdom and reinforcing their God-given identity.She invites yo to join children from Haiti, India, Korea, Rwanda, Spain, New Zealand, and many more countries as they each declare God’s truth about their identities. Each page is a joyful exploration of how God has uniquely made every child to reveal His glory, but also s...2023-06-1827 min
Press Play On The Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!I Know Who I Am: A Joyful Affirmation of Your God-Given Identity by Dorena WilliamsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/618769to listen full audiobooks.
Title: I Know Who I Am: A Joyful Affirmation of Your God-Given Identity
Author: Dorena Williamson
Narrator: N'jameh Camara
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 5 minutes
Release date: May 16, 2023
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
An uplifting audiobook that reminds children all over the world of God’s love for them—affirming their standing in His kingdom and reinforcing their God-given identity. I am beautifully made and crowned with glory and strength! I am filled with God’s power! I am building my life on Jesus, the solid rock! I am not afraid, for th...2023-05-1605 min
The Bible for Kids PodcastS5Ep9: I Know Who I Am - Dorena WilliamsonThis week Mike and Sarah interview returning guest Dorena Williamson about her new book, With joyfully illustrated pages and simple yet impactful biblically based statements of truth, young readers ages 4-8 are introduced to children from Haiti, India, Korea, Rwanda, Spain, New Zealand, and many more countries, declaring and celebrating their God-given identities. The positive “I am” statements and diverse characters point to how God has uniquely created all children to reveal his glory, while also serving as a beautiful reminder for kids to be confident in who they are—and more importantly, who they belong to. I K...2023-03-0628 min
Faithfully PodcastDorena Williamson Talks Brown Baby Jesus BookChildren's author Dorena Williamson talks with Faithfully Magazine Managing Editor Nicola A. Menzie about her latest book, "Brown Baby Jesus," which literally and beautifully draws out the Christ Child's ancestry. Williamson talks about finding the right illustrator, highlighting “controversial” women in Jesus' genealogy, deciding when to push the envelope for younger readers, and more.2022-12-2126 min
The Gospel-Shaped Life Podcast184: Celebrating a "Brown Baby Jesus" Part 2 with Dorena WilliamsonDorena Williamson is a pastor’s wife, mom, Ever Eve stylist, and author of several childrens’ books, including the newest one, Brown Baby Jesus. She comes on the show today to help us better understand the historical and cultural context of the Christmas story - and why that context is so important. This is the second part of a two-part conversation I had with Dorena that I believe equips us all well to be the hands and feet of Christ. What We Chat about in Today’s Episode: ~Why it’s so important to understand that Jes...2022-12-1448 min
Raising Christian KidsMulticultural Books to Encourage Children to Understand God’s Diverse Kingdom“I really want to show people the beauty of the multicultural family that God crafted for Jesus.” -Dorena Williamson
Dorena Williamson is the bestselling author of multiple children’s books, including ColorFull, Thoughtfull, Gracefull, The Celebration Place, Crowned with Glory, and Brown Baby Jesus. A veteran of cross-cultural ministry, Dorena is passionate about shaping perspectives with biblical truth and diverse representation. She is the co-planter of the multicultural multiracial Strong Tower Bible Church in Nashville, and her writing has been featured in Christianity Today, Facts and Trends, and Crosswalk.
During this episode, Dorena discusses her inspiration for planting the multicultural Church. Sh...2022-12-0812 min
The Gospel-Shaped Life Podcast182: Celebrating a "Brown Baby Jesus" Part 1 with Dorena WilliamsonDorena Williamson is a pastor’s wife, mom, Ever Eve stylist, and author of several childrens’ books, including the newest one, Brown Baby Jesus. She comes on the show today to help us better understand the historical and cultural context of the Christmas story - and why that context is so important. What We Chat about in Today’s Episode: ~Dorena’s new book, Brown Baby Jesus, what led her to write it, and what readers can expect ~Why understanding the historical background of Scripture is important; the problem with whitewashing it ~The...2022-12-0146 min
The ProtagonistasCrowned with GloryDo you love children's books that are for adults, too?
In this episode Kat chats with bestselling author Dorena Williamson. Dorena is passionate about showing children—and adults—that differences can be curiously explored and joyfully celebrated. Using a graceful approach, her books tackle tough subjects with storytelling that enriches young hearts and minds. Dorena's most recent children's book The Celebration Place won the 2022 Jerry Pinkney Children's Book Award.
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Simply WholeheartedWriting, Church Hurt, and Brown Baby Jesus | Guest Dorena Williamson Enneagram NineSend us a textDorena is fabulous, you guys. She is a pastor's wife, bestselling author, and a past neighbor of Beth McCord. She has published seven children’s books, including her newest release, Brown Baby Jesus!Today we share a beautiful conversation surrounding conflict in the church, how a season of difficulty led her to the Enneagram, and the nuanced writing process as an Enneagram Nine.Get the Enneagram Gift Guide!Connect with Dorena:IGBooksWebsiteConnect with Amy:IGWe...2022-11-2150 min
And The Church Said...Fostering Unity & Diversity in the Body of Christ with Dorena WilliamsonThis week we feature our previous podcast guest - Author and Speaker - Dorena Williamson.Dorena has written several books for children. She has written “Crowned with Glory”, “The Celebration Place”, and most recently, “Brown Baby Jesus".In this episode, Dorena discussed how the Body of Christ must reflect the diversity of all the members. She shares from her extensive experience as an overseer of a diverse church plant founded with her husband. Dorena gives practical advice on how each members can work to achieve cohesion and present as a true and unified Body to save...2022-11-131h 04
Iona Speaks About Soaring CourageouslyThriving ChildrenChildren are not just our future but they are our now. They were created in the image and likeness of God for Greatness. Therefore, it is important for us as women and mothers to help craft their minds with accurate information that can help them see who they are, what they can accomplish and what can be accomplished through them, regardless of their circumstances and situations. Joining me in this discussion for September 2022, is renowned and best-selling author, Dorena Williamson. Dorena is the author of many children's books such as her newly released masterpiece, "Brown Baby Jesus". She can b...2022-10-0341 min
Savor The Immersive Full Audiobook Experience!Brown Baby Jesus: A Picture Book by Dorena WilliamsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/563032to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Brown Baby Jesus: A Picture Book
Author: Dorena Williamson
Narrator: Karen Murray
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 10 minutes
Release date: September 20, 2022
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Celebrate Christmas with this unique retelling of the Nativity story featuring Jesus as a melanated baby in a story that’s rich with Scripture, historical accuracy, and a multicultural weaving of love—from the author of Crowned with Glory. Like Moses, brown baby Jesus would be a deliverer. Like Rahab, brown baby Jesus would save His people from destruction. Like David, brown baby Jesus woul...2022-09-2010 minGet Latest Full Audiobooks in Kids, Non-fictionBrown Baby Jesus: A Picture Book by Dorena WilliamsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/563032to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Brown Baby Jesus: A Picture Book
Author: Dorena Williamson
Narrator: Karen Murray
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 10 minutes
Release date: September 20, 2022
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Celebrate Christmas with this unique retelling of the Nativity story featuring Jesus as a melanated baby in a story that’s rich with Scripture, historical accuracy, and a multicultural weaving of love—from the author of Crowned with Glory. Like Moses, brown baby Jesus would be a deliverer. Like Rahab, brown baby Jesus would save His people from destruction. Like David, brown baby Jesus woul...2022-09-2010 min
Indulge In: This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook For Knowledge Hunters.Brown Baby Jesus by Dorena WilliamsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/107147to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Brown Baby Jesus
Author: Dorena Williamson
Narrator: Karen Murray
Format: mp3
Length: 10 mins
Release date: 09-20-22
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Customs & Traditions
Publisher's Summary:
With an unconventional Christmas setting of Egypt and written in sweet, lyrical prose, Brown Baby Jesus is sure to become a holiday classic embraced by families of all races and backgrounds.2022-09-2010 min
Truth's TableWe Luh Da Kids: Black Children WritersIn this episode, Ekemini and Christina are sitting at the table with an exceptional panel of Black children and teen authors: Khristi Lauren Adams, Esau McCaulley, Trillia Newbill, and Dorena Williamson are at the table! They discuss the importance of writing books for our children and teens, the joys, challenges, and rewards of writing for this particular audience. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table!
Learn more about our guests:
Khristi Lauren Adams is a speaker, author, youth advocate and ordained Baptist minister. Khristi is the author of Parable of the Brown Girl, Unbossed: How Black...2022-09-0353 min
Colored CommentaryTalking to your Kids about Race w/ Dorena WilliamsonSend us a textThere's lots of concern about how to handle conversations around race with kids. Our guest today has tackled that topic head-on and chose to sit with us to share her story about how she got into writing about race for kids, and what projects she has coming!Check out Dorena's Writing at Dorena's Amazon Page _____________________________Podcast Subscription LinksApple Podcast: coloredcommentary.com/appleSpotify: coloredcommentary.com/spotifyGoogle Podcasts: coloredcommentary.com/googleStitcher: coloredcommentary.com/stitcherIHeart Radio: coloredcommentary.com/iheartradio2022-08-011h 11
Rooted ParentFear Factor: Fear of Talking with Our Children About Race with Dr. Michelle ReyesIn this important episode, Cameron and Anna talk with Michelle Reyes about the excellent new book she coauthored with Helen Lee: The Race-Wise Family: Ten Postures to Becoming Households of Healing Hope. The authors write: "When we are talking about an area as complex and challenging as race, our underlying inclinations combined with our uncertainties and hesitations often result in inertia, ignorance, and apathy, even for the most well-intentioned Christians" (123). Reyes discusses how being race-wise stems from a right fear of the Lord. She also shares the particular fears of Black and Brown- skinned parents, and why they chose...2022-05-1247 min
Your Enneagram Coach, the PodcastEpisode 116: Waking Up to Their Passions: A Type 9 Panel DiscussionIn this episode, you'll see that Type 9s share the same Core Motivations and EIP Parts, but you can't put all Type 9s into the same box. Each person has a unique story and set of circumstances that cause their EIP Parts to show up in surprising ways. We are thrilled to welcome Dorena Williamson and Michael Shanhan as types 9s, to share their feelings and thoughts. Pre-Order our new book, More Than Your Number by Beth and Jeff McCord: https://www.amazon.com/More-Than-Your... Discover your Type and learn what it...2022-04-191h 15
Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison241 - Crowned with Glory with Children's Book Author Dorena WilliamsonCelebrate Black girl magic with this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast! Author, bridge builder, and speaker, Dorena Williamson joins host Latasha Morrison to talk about her latest children’s book, Crowned with Glory. Listen in to their conversation about the beauty of Black hair and the joy of Black culture. They dive into the need for representation in literature and in publishing, as well as sharing encouragement to be faithful in bridge building work. Let this episode remind you that words matter, diverse representation matters, and good stories matter for the hearts of both children and adults....2022-03-221h 07
The Tricia Goyer ShowCrowned with GloryToday I'm chatting about being made in God's image with Dorena Williamson, author of the new book Crowned with Glory!
For more episodes of The Tricia Goyer Show visit http://TheTriciaGoyerShow.com2022-03-1142 min
Race and RedemptionThe Crown and Glory with Ty Lewis and Adam ThomasonBooks:Crowned with Glory by Dorena Williamson Josey Johnson's Hair and the Holy Spirit by Esau McCauley Black Boys: Our Hidden Treasure by Ty Lewis Books by Adam Thomason
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The HabitDorena Williamson Builds BridgesDorena Williamson is an author, a bridge-builder, a speaker, and a co-planter of a multi-racial church that has been doing beautiful work in Nashville for 25 years. Her most recent picture book, Crowned with Glory, is an ode to Black hair and Black girl joy. In this episode, Dorena and Jonathan Rogers talk about representation, writing the books you want to read, and the perils of "color-blindness."Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-02-1447 min
Melanated FaithColorfull: Diversity in Children's LiteratureFaitth interviews Dorena Williamson author of Crowned with Glory about her calling as an author and the importance of diversity in children's literature.https://dorenawilliamson.com/https://www.instagram.com/dorenawilliamson/https://twitter.com/dorenawill https://www.facebook.com/dorenawill/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-02-1029 min
Discover This Addictive Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Crowned with Glory by Dorena WilliamsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/538756to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Crowned with Glory
Author: Dorena Williamson
Narrator: Bahni Turpin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 6 minutes
Release date: February 8, 2022
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
An ode to Black hair and Black girl joy, this joy-filled rhyming picture book invites young readers into the world of a young Black girl as she rocks her God-given beauty. Hello, world! I’m a gift from above. I already know that I am loved. Gazing around with a great big grin— there’s a whole wide world for me to take in. From the hair on her h...2022-02-0806 min
Bold, Brave & Beautiful Podcast with Barb RooseJesus and Afros | Interview with Dorena WilliamsonFrom the top of our head to the tips of our toes, every woman wants to know that she is beautiful. Author, Dorena Williamson, dreams of teaching brown-skinned little girls that they are beautiful in a world that doesn’t always tell them that. In this episode of the Better Together Podcast, you’re invited into a precious and tender conversation about the battle for beauty as a black woman, and how we can teach young girls, especially black girls, God’s beautiful truth about them. We’re also going to spill the tea on the secret...2022-02-0737 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastExtending an Invitation :: Trillia Newbell [Ep 353]Let’s have some “real talk” and think about our faith in action when it comes to our neighbors, even when they are different. This conversation will help you think about being more open and welcoming and train your children to do the same.
Our guest this week, author Trillia Newbell, encourages us in the message of James chapter two - love for others that doesn’t show favoritism to those who look or think or act like us. Her book, The Big Wide Welcome, illustrates how the love of Christ sees and welcomes others for who they are...2022-02-0754 min
The Collide Kids Podcast | Kid-Friendly Christian Interviews About Faith, Careers, and Family FunHow to Rock Your God-given Beauty w/ Dorena WilliamsonChristen Clark interviews bestselling author Dorena Williamson about how she started writing children's books (that adults need too!), the importance of representation, celebrating Black History Month, and her new book "Crowned with Glory" coming out soon. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Lailah Skalicky!Visit dorenawilliamson.com for more information about her books and resources. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/supportBark proactively works to monitor, detect, and alert you to potential issues on your kids' devices. Visit bark.us to l...2022-02-0436 min
Youth Ministry Unscripted: The Rooted Youth Ministry PodcastHow to Talk with Teenagers about RaceBen Sciacca, author of the book Meals from Mars: A Parable of Prejudice and Providence, serves as the Director of Leadership Development at Desire Street Ministries.Sho Baraka, author of He Saw That It Was Good: Reimagining Your Creative Life to Repair a Broken World, wrote the afterword for Meals from Mars. He is a founding member of the 116 Clique and Record Label, as well as a co-founder of the AND Campaign.Additional Resources:Use this link to purchase a copy of Meals from Mars at a 35% discount (with passcode ROOTED) - https...2022-01-2549 min
Simply Stories PodcastEpisode 110 :: Dorena Williamson :: Simply Advent : Emmanuel, God With Us through the Diversity of God’s KingdomToday, we are going to talk more about unpacking the gift of Emmanuel, God with us, with one of my absolute favorite people, Dorena Williamson. Exactly one hundred episodes ago, Dorena became a part of the simply stories life. She’s a children’s book author, a writer, a pastor’s wife and incredible preacher herself whose passion for God’s people and pursuing Biblically diverse unity in the body of Christ has impacted so many people, including myself, and my family. Her books provide verbiage for examining the language we use about our fellow image bearers and modeling those th...2021-12-101h 08
Simply Stories PodcastEpisode 109 :: Allison Hottinger & Lisa Kalberer :: Simply Advent : Emmanuel, God With Us Through KindnessToday, I’m chatting with Allison Hottinger and Lisa Kalberer who are the two sisters that created the Giving Manger. The giving manger is an Advent activity for anyone who is looking for a way to connect kindness, generosity and giving with Christmas and the Gospel, and creates space for people young and old to intentionally experience the beauty and the gift of serving one another right where they are. We’ll unpack the heart of where this idea came from, how it works, and how it has impacted their lives all throughout this episode. It’s been re...2021-12-031h 01
Simply Stories PodcastEpisode 107 :: Kayla Craig :: Stories of Prayer, Modern Liturgy, and Faith Stretching ParentingToday I have the absolute pleasure of sharing with you my conversation that I got to have with the wonderful Kayla Craig. Kayla is the author and creator of Liturgies for Parents, as well as her recent book To Light the Way: A Collection of Prayers and Liturgies for Parents. Today, Kayla shares the introduction of liturgical prayers into her faith life as she was up to her eyes in a situation where one of her children’s lives was hanging in the balance. Someone gave her a book of prayers that helped anchor her in that season when sh...2021-11-2453 min
The Every Voice Now PodcastDorena Williamson's Vision of the Church as a Celebration PlaceDorena Williamson's journey to becoming a writer was an unexpected one and began when she as a mom noticed a dearth of literature that offered the representation for her Black children. And if she did find books that featured characters of color, the faith element was missing. So she began praying, "God, how can you use me to have an impact in this area of addressing race and colorblindness?" The answer to this prayer was that Dorena became a children's author, starting with her 2018 book ColorFull: Celebrating the Colors God Gave Us. She is now one of the featured...2021-11-0141 min
Truth's TableTable Reflections: Season 5 FinaleCan y’all believe that we have come to the end of Truth’s Table Season Five? Join Ekemini and Christina at the table as they discuss their reflections on the “We Gon’ Learn Today” series. They talk about some of their favorite interviews, episodes, what they learned this season, and what to expect during Truth’s Table Season Six.
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Truth’s Table’s Book is launching into the world in April 2022! One of the greatest ways you can show your love for Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina is by pre-ordering their book, “Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings on Lif...2021-10-3034 min
Truth's TableBlackGirlMagic Interview: Danielle CokeIn this final BlackGirlMagic episode of Truth’s Table season five, Ekemini and Christina are sitting at the table with Danielle Coke. Danielle Coke is a designer turned illustrator, social justice advocate, and entrepreneur. She seeks to encourage faith, inspire justice, and guide you through loving your neighbor well. Her illustrations aim to make complex issues more digestible and help others find and use their passions to make a difference in their spheres of influence. With a joy that flows from her dedication to loving God and her neighbor as herself, more than anything, Danielle hopes to encourage action as yo...2021-10-2350 min
Simply Stories PodcastSpecial Episode :: April McKinney :: Stories of Ebenezers and God's FaithfulnessToday we are doing something a little different in order to raise an Ebenezer because of what God has done over the last 100 episodes. One of my dearest friends and I sat down at her kitchen table and just… talked. As someone who has walked with me through all of the life that’s happened since we began the podcast, April McKinney was the perfect person to talk about where we’ve been and where we’re going. We talk about things like the effect of covid on us personally, the world, our communities, the Church, and what that...2021-10-121h 16Race and RedemptionDeveloping Richer Language for Diversity with Dorena WilliamsonDorena Williamson's current books include ColorFull, ThoughtFull, and GraceFull, available through Christian book distributors and Amazon. Her forthcoming books include A Celebration Place (to be released via IVPKids November 9 2021) and Crowned with Glory (published by WaterBrook Multnomah in January 2022). Find out more on her website at dorenawilliamson.com.
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Global Glory ChasersEat Pray Run: S3E2 - Children's authors Tina M. Cho, Xochitl Dixon, Dorena WilliamsonJoin us for this second episode in our new Global Glory Chasers: Eat Pray Run series. Today we are chasing God's glory with multicultural children's authors Tina M. Cho, Xochitl Dixon, Dorena Williamson. These women share about how God created each of His children as a unique representation of His glory. We also get to hear some behind-the-scenes details about their books and coming projects. *Find the full show notes at www.DorinaGilmore.com under "Podcast" or directly here: https://dorinagilmore.com/podcast/season3-episode2/ *You can follow us at @DorinaGilmore on Instagram and Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, Author on...2021-09-0839 min
Global Glory Chasers: Food, Books & TravelEat Pray Run: S3E2 - Children's authors Tina M. Cho, Xochitl Dixon, Dorena WilliamsonJoin us for this second episode in our new Global Glory Chasers: Eat Pray Run series. Today we are chasing God's glory with multicultural children's authors Tina M. Cho, Xochitl Dixon, Dorena Williamson. These women share about how God created each of His children as a unique representation of His glory. We also get to hear some behind-the-scenes details about their books and coming projects.
*Find the full show notes at www.DorinaGilmore.com under "Podcast" or directly here: https://dorinagilmore.com/podcast/season3-episode2/
*You can follow us at @DorinaGilmore on Instagram and Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, Author on Facebook.2021-09-0839 min
Simply Stories PodcastEpisode 91 :: Randall Goodgame :: Stories of Engaging Kids with the Power of the GospelHi friends! I’m so excited to be back with you for season THREE of the podcast! I cannot believe we are 2 years and 3 seasons in, but man the Lord is wild, isn’t He? To start off this season, we have the absolutely wonderful and wildly talented Randall Goodgame. Mr. Randall is a little bit of a celebrity around my house because of how much my children love his music and his show, “Slugs and Bugs”. If you’ve never heard of it, the show itself is a lot like a Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood type environment where Mr. Randall and h...2021-08-051h 08
What If I'm Wrong?Tweeting While BlackThis first episode of Viral Jesus, season 1, features Esau McCaulley, author of Reading While Black. Esau is a biblical scholar and assistant professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Illinois. In this episode, Heather and Esau discuss Black interpretation of Scripture, social media, and critics. You can find Esau active on Twitter.Also, in our #GrowingViral segment, meet Dorena Williamson. Dorena is the author of a set of children’s books that help parents introduce conversations of race and faith. Her books Colorfull, Thoughtfull, and Gracefull are books that every parent should have to teach kids how to be...2021-07-2041 minAnd The Church Said...Fostering Unity and Diversity in the Body of Christ with Dorena WilliamsonAuthor and Speaker Dorena Williamson joins the podcast today. Dorena discusses how the Body of Christ must reflect the diversity of all the members. She shares from her extensive experience as an overseer of a diverse church plant founded with her husband. Dorena gives practical advice of what is required from all members to achieve cohesion and present as a true unified Body to save a lost and dying world. She reminds us that “every nation and every tongue" will be on display in Heaven! Information for Dorena Williamson: ht...2021-02-211h 04
Asking for a Friend70: What is it like to be a Black woman in publishing?One of the first steps towards anti-racism is learning from the everyday experiences of people of color. This Black History Month, I’m speaking with Black women of different backgrounds and life stages, listening to their stories, and elevating their voices.
Dorena Williamson and I are chatting today about her experience as a best-selling children’s author! Dorena shares the inspiration behind her writing and gives powerful encouragement for women of color aspiring to be published. We’ll also talk about our shared experience as pastor’s wives and how each of us, no matter o...2021-02-1827 min
Fresh Start Family ShowEp. 71: Handing Children A Legacy of Justice and Righteousness with Dorena WilliamsonToday Terry and I had the absolute honor of sitting down with author & longtime bridge-builder, Dorena Williamson. Dorena and her husband have spent the last 25 years building God’s Kingdom at their multicultural church in Nashville, Strong Tower Bible Church.Dorena sits down with us today to talk about how we can unify God’s diverse kingdom and heal generations of racism. It all starts in our homes.For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/71. Learn more about your...2021-02-1756 min
Hope UnabridgedEpisode 22: Color Blind to ColorFull On this episode of Hope Unabridged, we discuss how to have conversations with our children on racism with bridge builder, speaker, and writer, Dorena Williamson. Listen as we hear about our world in the "ColorFull" way that God intended it.Dorena's Website: https://www.dorenawilliamson.com/Dorena's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorenawilliamson/Buy Dorena's Books: https://www.lifeway.com/en/contributors/ms-dorena-williamsonHosted by: Kasey Brennan (@thejoyfulwild) and Angie Elkins (@angiebrownelkins)Music by: Robert Elkins 2021-02-1545 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastTalk to Your Kids about Race :: Kirsten Watson [Ep 314]The topic of racial inequality and the need for reconciliation and education on race in America is a BIG. It can seem overwhelmingly big when it comes to teaching our kids how to be allies for people who are different from them.
My guest Kirsten Watson breaks down why we shouldn’t shy away from these conversations, but how to show our children the importance of diversity and how to righteously fight for what's right.
“As a believer, as my sister in Christ, the reason it's so imperative for you to have thi...2021-02-1541 min
MCC Jesus and Next Gens Podcast3. Carrying One Another's BurdensSHOW NOTES
Today’s Topic: Carrying One Another’s Burdens
GUEST: Bruce Southerland, Manchester Christian Church
OVERVIEW: Often people ask “why do bad things happen to good people? And why does a God who Is supposed to be good let these bad things happen? Isn’t He all powerful? Isn’t he everywhere and capable of knowing and doing anything? How should we grieve with others?”
When asked one of these questions, consider these points:
- We must respect the question (and the person asking the question)
- Do...2021-01-2517 min
Unseen LeadershipUnseen Leadership Episode 48: Dorena Williamson on Becoming a Bridge BuilderIn this episode of the Unseen Leadership podcast, Chandler Vannoy and Josh Hunter are joined by Dorena Williamson who is a proud mother, a passionate teacher, and a devoted bridge-builder. She is also the author of ColorFull, ThoughtFull, and GraceFull, which are children’s books that celebrate God’s diverse kingdom.
During their conversation, they discuss what it means to be a bridge-builder, the necessity of listening and learning from others, and how to focus on pleasing God more than people.
QUOTES FROM EPISODE 48:
“Oftentimes, bridgebuilders get walked on because that is what bridges were designed for.”
“The ultimate bridge builder wa...2020-09-3045 min
We WonderDorena Williamson: Mark 5:24-34It’s not too early to mark your calendars: we’ll be back with another Advent season, beginning on November 29. I hope you’ll join me, as we wait together for God.In the meantime, everyone needs some rest from time to time, and so I’m going to be taking a little break. But I would love for you to hear from some of my friends while I’m resting! Starting this week, we’ll have special guest-hosted episodes of We Wonder every week, where you can still listen to God’s good words with some lovely and dif...2020-09-0208 min
Famous at HomeTalking to Kids About Race with Dorena WilliamsonDorena Williamson joins us for a beautiful, honest, and at times, uncomfortable conversation about race. Dorena loves the power of story and writes children’s books that adults need too. She is the author of ColorFull, ThoughtFull, and GraceFull, children's books that feature diverse ethnicity and shape perspective on race, disability, and homelessness. She is the co-planter of multiracial Strong Tower Bible Church in Nashville, and a leader with Be the Bridge. Dorena joins us to talk about her children's books and gives us insight on how to talk to our kids about race. Here are some h...2020-08-1952 min
The Reconciliation ConversationEpisode 11 of The Reconciliation Conversation co-hosts Derrick DeLain & Jason Dukes with guest Dorena Williamson author of 3 children's books: Colorfull, Gracefull, and ThoughtfullThe RECONCILIATION CONVERSATIONEpisode 11 | August 19th, 2020Interview with Dorena Williamson
INTRO | Derrick DeLain
BIO for Mrs. WilliamsonDorena Williamson is a Preacher’s kid, “First Lady,” and a veteran of cross-cultural ministry. In 1995, she and her husband planted Strong Tower Bible Church, a faith community in Nashville that celebrates the beauty of God’s diverse kingdom.
She “writes kids books that adults need, too” and is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She is the author of...2020-08-1900 min
The Hope Podcast with Lina AbujamraUncomfortable Conversations about Racism in the Church #5: With Dorena WilliamsonMany of us avoid and struggle with conversations about race because they make us feel uncomfortable. But as followers of Jesus we’ve been invited to step up and be a powerful witness to a world that needs to see our love and our oneness as a reflection of the power of the gospel.
My guest today is a longtime racial bridge builder, speaker and author, Dorena Williamson, and she will help us get a biblical understanding of how to love and lead multicultural communities.
2020-08-1336 min
Maybe You Can RelateListening & LearningResources for Listening & Learning Voices & Stories: Jackie Hill- Youtube Channel With the Perrys: So… about Racism Lucretia Berry: Brownicity Latasha Morrison: Be The Bridge Stephanie Broussard Embo Tshimanga Jo Saxton Dr. Eric Mason Dr. Tony Evans Derwin Gray AND Campaign Podcasts: Lets Talk Be a Bridge Builder Word of the Week : TGC I can’t Breathe: A sermon by Charlie Dates 5/31/20 MYCR: E...2020-07-3005 min
The Arise PodcastQuestions We All Have But Don't Want To Ask In Church: Race | W/ MERCY LOKULUTUPastor Melodi sits with our dear friend Mercy Lokulutu, for a conversation about race and the role of the local church. Bring an open mind and an expectant heart. We pray that this conversation will be the beginning of your journey to deeper understanding, healing, and freedom!
RESOURCES: Dr. Anita Phillips & Christine Caine's Conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=W1P6AXjXnXc FOR YOU: (Films) "The Church and the Racial Divide" Bible Study by Trevor Atwood "The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross" presented by PBS "The 13th" presented by Netflix (Books) "White Fragility" by Robin D...2020-07-2458 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastWeek Two Summer of Mentorship 2020 :: Dorena WilliamsonMany of us avoid and struggle with conversations about race or disabilities because it’s uncomfortable. When our children ask innocent questions about someone who is different than they are, it can make us feel tongue tied or embarrassed. Author Dorena Williamson has created some lovely children’s books to help parents respond and invite their children to join them on the journey of learning to love and speak worth over every person that God created. And I kept feeling frustrated thinking that’s not the solution to teach your children to be colorblind because that’s...2020-07-1348 minDon't Mom Alone PodcastWeek Two Summer of Mentorship 2020 :: Dorena WilliamsonMany of us avoid and struggle with conversations about race or disabilities because it’s uncomfortable. When our children ask innocent questions about someone who is different than they are, it can make us feel tongue tied or embarrassed.
Author Dorena Williamson has created some lovely children’s books to help parents respond and invite their children to join them on the journey of learning to love and speak worth over every person that God created.
And I kept feeling frustrated thinking that’s not the solution to teach your children to be colorblind because that’s...2020-07-1348 min
She Speaks StoriesEpisode #101. Dorena WilliamsonFor over 20 years she and her husband Chris have been leading and loving Strong Tower Bible Church, a multicultural church in Nashville, Tennessee. She’s is a bridge builder, speaker and writer who knows the power and beauty of racial awareness.
Dorena Williamson takes every opportunity she can to talk about God’s diverse kingdom. Add a chair to the table, friends, and lean in to Dorena’s children’s book, ColorFull. It’s for adults, too!
SHOW NOTES
Awareness and agitation, empathy and lamenting, persevering and humility—all are needed for America to press forward into justice for all. To illustrate...2020-06-1948 min
Your Enneagram Coach, the PodcastEpisode 9: Listening Well & Taking Action: A Conversation About Race and the Church with Dr. Chris and Dorena WilliamsonToday, Beth and Jeff talk to Dr. Chris (Type 8) and Dorena (Type 9) Williamson. Chris is the senior pastor at Strong Tower Bible Church, and Dorena is a speaker and children’s book author. This episode is an open and honest conversation about their experience as Black Americans. Our God is a God of equality and redemption. He is making all things new, and He has invited us to be part of the solutions. It’s our prayer that you are encouraged and inspired to move forward into greater understanding, empathy, and action. Thank you for joinin...2020-06-091h 39
Youth Ministry Unscripted: The Rooted Youth Ministry PodcastDorena Williamson on the Importance of Celebrating Black History Month (with Non-Black Students)In this episode of the Rooted Youth Ministry Podcast, Davis Lacey sits down with Dorena Williamson to discuss the origins…
Follow @therootedministry on Instagram for more updates andSubscribe to Youth Ministry Unscripted wherever you listen to podcasts2020-02-1435 min
Kids Ministry Calling with Jana Magruder119. A Beautiful NEW Day in the NeighborhoodDorena Williamson joins the podcast to discuss that today's church is awakening to the needs of our growing multicultural world. Leaders long to be more equipped to minister to diverse families. Explore biblical ways to be inclusive while fulfilling the great command to love our neighbor.The post A Beautiful NEW Day in the Neighborhood appeared first on Kids Ministry.Join us for ETCH 2025. Sign up and get the details HERE. ETCH Conference Connect with Lifeway Kids Leave us a voice message here with any questions or feedback!2020-02-1323 min
Strong Tower Bible ChurchGod Is Not Done Surprising You Pt. 2 - Dorena Williamson 12/15/2019God Is Not Done Surprising You Pt. 2 - Dorena Williamson 12/15/2019 by Strong Tower Bible Church2019-12-1842 min
Ordinary Faith with Dan JacksonBridge Building with Dorena WilliamsonVisit episode webpage & enter to win autographed copies of Dorena’s books, ColorFull, ThoughtFull, and GraceFull.Dorena Williamson is a proud mother, a passionate teacher, and a devoted bridge-builder. Together with her husband, Chris, she has been leading and loving a multicultural church community in Nashvillle, TN, for almost 25 years. Dorena’s three children’s books, ColorFull, GraceFull, and ThoughtFull, teach kids — and their adults — the values of diversity, hospitality, and generosity.Full show notes here —>2019-11-2000 min
The Wise IdeaEpisode 092 – The "Hug", Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 2Episode 091 - The "Hug", Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 2Many people watched in AMAZEMENT as a brother, who's brother had been murdered by a police officer, offered forgiveness to the murderer - in front of cameras from around the world. You can watch it here.Social media went crazy. It was trending for days!Was it appropriate? Did the judge have to hug the convicted murderer? Did she cross the line? Why are blacks always offering forgiveness when injustice keeps happening? When will a significant change take place? Lots and lots of questions swirling.2019-10-2533 min
The Wise IdeaEpisode 092 – The “Hug”, Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 2Episode 092 - The "Hug", Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 2
Many people watched in AMAZEMENT as a brother, who's brother had been murdered by a police officer, offered forgiveness to the murderer - in front of cameras from around the world. You can watch it here.
Social media went crazy. It was trending for days!
Was it appropriate? Did the judge have to hug the convicted murderer? Did she cross the line? Why are blacks always offering forgiveness when injustice keeps happening? When will a significant change take place? Lots and lots of questions swirling.
Last week we welcomed Mrs. Dorena W...2019-10-2533 minThe Wise IdeaEpisode 091 – The “Hug”, Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 1Episode 091 - The "Hug", Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 1
Many people watched in AMAZEMENT as a brother, who's brother had been murdered by a police officer, offered forgiveness to the murderer - in front of cameras from around the world. You can watch it here.
Social media went crazy. It was trending for days!
Was it appropriate? Did the judge have to hug the convicted murderer? Did she cross the line? Why are blacks always offering forgiveness when injustice keeps happening? When will a significant change take place? Lots and lots of questions swirling.
We welcomed Mrs. Dorena Williamson who w...2019-10-1836 minThe Wise IdeaEpisode 091 – The "Hug", Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 1Episode 091 - The "Hug", Forgiveness, and Racial Reconciliation, Part 1Many people watched in AMAZEMENT as a brother, who's brother had been murdered by a police officer, offered forgiveness to the murderer - in front of cameras from around the world. You can watch it here.Social media went crazy. It was trending for days!Was it appropriate? Did the judge have to hug the convicted murderer? Did she cross the line? Why are blacks always offering forgiveness when injustice keeps happening? When will a significant change take place? Lots and lots of questions swirling.2019-10-1836 min
Well To The Core16: Dorena Williamson: Leaning Into Seasons of Change, Pursuing Solitude, and Always LearningIt’s important for us to find unique, and interesting ways to bring awareness of relevant topics to our children. Today’s guest, Dorena Williamson, has published a collection of colorful, and beautifully diverse children’s books to empower and educate today’s youth. Not only is Dorena a passionate author, but she is a stylist, mother, and the wife of a Pastor in Nashville. Dorena juggles many hats, as well as her own health and spirituality. In this episode, Dorena shares more of her journey of accepting seasons and how to embrace b...2019-09-1144 min
The 5 Minute Mom PodcastTeaching Your Kids About Homelessness, Refugees, and Grace with Dorena WilliamsonI'm so excited to have Dorena Williamson back as my first repeat guest. Today, we are specifically going to talk about her 3rd book GraceFull and cover some hard topics like homelessness, refugee ministry, and how to teach your kids to boldly love those in hard places. Dorena is so full of wisdom, so full of the heart of God, and she has SUCH a graceful and impactful way of teaching truth and you'll be immensely blessed. 2019-06-2134 min
Praying Christian Women059 Building Cultural Bridges Through Prayer (and Action!) with Dorena WilliamsonGrab your free scripture journal at www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journal today! This week, we get to sit down with author, bridge-builder, and "First Lady" of Strong Tower Bible Church, Dorena Williamson. We talk about the balance between prayer and action in the important task of building bridges across culture, race, and within the Church. You won't want to miss this conversation! You can connect with Dorena, and find out more about her amazing children's books at www.dorenawilliamson.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. 2019-06-1046 min
Ministry Wives PodcastDorena Williamson on the Ministry of Bridge Building2019-04-0900 minStrong Tower Bible ChurchInterview with Mary and Larry Warren - Dorena Williamson - 03/10/2019Interview with Mary and Larry Warren - Dorena Williamson - 03/10/2019 by Strong Tower Bible Church2019-03-1045 min
Let It Shine with Angie ElkinsEpisode 84: Better Than Color Blind with Dorena WilliamsonSend us a textHappy chatologie day everybody! We are back this week with a really exciting episode. My guest today is Dorena Williamson. Dorena is a pastor’s wife serving a multicultural church in the civil-war rich city of Nashville, TN. Dorena is passionate about building bridges across racial backgrounds and friends, this is a conversation I’ve been excited … Continue reading "Episode 84: Better Than Color Blind with Dorena Williamson"2019-02-0554 min
chatologieEpisode 84: Better Than Color Blind with Dorena WilliamsonHappy chatologie day everybody! We are back this week with a really exciting episode. My guest today is Dorena Williamson. Dorena is a pastor’s wife serving a multicultural church in the civil-war rich city of Nashville, TN. Dorena is passionate about building bridges across racial backgrounds and friends, this is a conversation I’ve been excited … Continue reading "Episode 84: Better Than Color Blind with Dorena Williamson"2019-02-0500 min
Everyday Theology + Questions Kids AskWhy is that Kid Different? with Dorena WilliamsonEvery parent's fear is that their kids will scream something like, "Mom, that kid looks weird." in a public location about a stranger. Dorena Williamson joins us to discuss how to help our kids recognize the image of God in all people, including those who are differently abled from them. Dorena is honest and kind, reminding us to seek out proximity with those who are differently abled and to do all we can to love them and their families well. Today's sponsors are: CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible bottlesodes.TV2018-11-1725 min
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #215: Dorena WilliamsonDorena Williamson + Jamie Ivey2018-10-1742 min
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHappy Hour #215: Dorena WilliamsonMy guest for The Happy Hour #215 is Dorena Williamson. Dorena is a bridge builder and author of ColorFull, ThoughtFull and GraceFull, children's books that celebrate God's diverse kingdom. This series is inspired from twenty-three years as first lady of Nashville's Strong Tower Bible Church, a multiracial faith community Dorena and her husband Dr. Chris planted in 1995. Dorena and her husband have four wonderful children.
Dorena and I start off the show talking about how a move to Nashville to further her husband Chris' rap career, ended up leading them to found a multi-racial church in a civil...2018-10-1741 min
The Autumn Miles ShowSpecial Guest - Dorena Williamson"We are all God's wonderful work" and it is important to teach this to our children. Please welcome, once again, Dorena Williamson back to The Autumn Miles Show. Tune in as Autumn and Dorena discuss Dorena's new book "ThoughtFul" and how this is a great tool to teach children to be thoughtful and that we are all God's workmanship having immense value and worth!
2018-10-1225 min
Mentor for Moms Podcast with Susan Seay26 Interview with Dorena Williamson - Help Your Children to See and Celebrate DifferencesMeet children’s picture book author Dorena Williamson on this episode of the Mentor 4 Moms Podcast w/ Susan Seay. Listen in as we share a few good laughs, as well as a few- “Pause! Let me take that in!” moments. You’re gonna love this conversation. Young children never seem to be bashful about asking questions about everything and anything. What do you do when your children ask questions about skin color and why we are all a little different color? Also, How can we celebrate uniqueness racially, in ethnicity, age, and ability? Lis...2018-10-0148 min
The 5 Minute Mom PodcastDorena Williamson and Teaching Your Kids About Diversity{Interview with Dorena Williamson} God designed our world to be full of color, diversity, and beautiful culture and it can be fun to teach our kids about his design from the earliest age. Today, children's book author Dorena Williamson will share about her book Colorfull and her passion to teach children about diversity and that all God's people are fearfully and wonderfully made. For show notes, to book Audra as a speaker, or sign up for free Monday Mom Devotionals, visit AudraHaney.com.2018-09-1529 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastHelp Your Children Embrace Differences Dorena Williamson Ep 216Many of us avoid and struggle with conversations about race or disabilities because it’s uncomfortable. When our children ask innocent questions about someone who is different than they are, it can make us feel tongue tied or embarrassed. Author Dorena Williamson has created some lovely children’s books to help parents respond and invite their children to join them on the journey of learning to love and speak worth over every person that God created. And I kept feeling frustrated thinking that’s not the solution to teach your children to be colorblind because that’s...2018-09-1050 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastHelp Your Children Embrace Differences Dorena Williamson Ep 216Many of us avoid and struggle with conversations about race or disabilities because it’s uncomfortable. When our children ask innocent questions about someone who is different than they are, it can make us feel tongue tied or embarrassed.
Author Dorena Williamson has created some lovely children’s books to help parents respond and invite their children to join them on the journey of learning to love and speak worth over every person that God created.
And I kept feeling frustrated thinking that’s not the solution to teach your children to be colorblind because that’s...2018-09-1050 min
All Mom Does Podcast with Julie Lyles CarrThe Modern Motherhood Podcast #34: Dorena WilliamsonOur guest today loves Chik-Fil-A, understands life with a preemie, loves God and watching his plans unfold, knows what it is like to watch life unravel, and was called into building multi-cultural community in the church. Join us today for an incredible time with Dorena Williamson as we dig into the beauty of race and the importance of the conversations we have with our children.2018-09-0437 min.jpg)
Extraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 254: Talking with Your Kids About Race with Dorena Willamson
Today my guest is the dynamic, Dorena Williamson. Dorena is a children’s book author and we are covering the topic of talking to your kids about race on today’s episode. I tried to ask all the questions you or I might want to ask, but might be too afraid to ask. I took one for the team. It was a rich conversation that left me feeling so empowered to cover this topic with my kids. And definitely check out her children’s books, including, “ColorFull”, to help broach the topic with your kids. It’s such a beaut...2018-07-2400 minExtraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 254: Talking with Your Kids About Race with Dorena Willamson
Today my guest is the dynamic, Dorena Williamson. Dorena is a children's book author and we are covering the topic of talking to your kids about race on today's episode. I tried to ask all the questions you or I might want to ask, but might be too afraid to ask. I took one for the team. It was a rich conversation that left me feeling so empowered to cover this topic with my kids. And definitely check out her children's books, including, "ColorFull", to help broach the topic with your kids. It's such a beautiful book.
Show Notes:
Pick...2018-07-2400 min
Strong Tower Bible Church"Desperation Meets Deliverance" - First Lady, Dorena Williamson - 6/17/2018"Desperation Meets Deliverance" - First Lady, Dorena Williamson - 6/17/2018 by Strong Tower Bible Church2018-06-1725 minThe Autumn Miles ShowSpecial Guest - Dorena WilliamsonWe are SO EXCITED to have Dorena Williamson, author of the children's book "ColorFull," on The Autumn Miles Show! Tune in as Autumn and Dorena discuss celebrating the racial differences God gave us.
2018-06-0126 minEveryday Theology + Questions Kids AskWhy Should We Care About Skin Color? with Dorena WilliamsonDorena Williamson is a bridge buider, speaker, writer, and worship leader who knows the power and beauty of racial awareness. She and her husband, Dr. Chris Williamson, planted Strong Tower Bible Church in Nashville, Tennessee, and have spent more than twenty years ministering to its richly diverse faith community. Dorena and Chris have four children. Dorena joins us today to talk about race, how to talk with kids about the difficult past of American slave trade and oppression, relearning history, and celebrating diversity in all the world because God has created it and it is good! 2018-04-3020 min