In this week’s episode, host Angela continues her visit with Rev. Michelle D. Williams, co-author of Diversity Playbook: Recommendations and Guidance for Christian Organizations. They discuss how the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion fits into God’s divine plan for reconciliation. Learn as Michelle shares practical insights on how to care for yourself in the midst of bridge-building. Rev. Williams can be reached at https://www.shalomconsultants.com/ or www.diversity-playbook.com.
Bio
Rev. Michelle D. Williams, MTS, CDE, is a writer, speaker, preacher, and entrepreneur. For over 20 years Rev. Williams has worked with people during some of the most formative and stressful seasons of life. Beginning as a social worker with at-risk populations; serving as a pastor walking through life's transitions; working as an advisor/mentor to undergraduate college students (Anderson University); navigating tumultuous racial/cultural conflicts, and most recently as a dean at a graduate seminary (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary). Having served in various pastoral ministry roles, Rev. Michelle appreciates the legacy of Godly women and men in her family that have richly impacted her life and ministry. Whether it is within a church setting or within the hallowed halls of academia, shepherding people, programs, and policies requires wisdom and grace. These two attributes are the cornerstone of Michelle’s leadership approach. Rev. Williams is co-author of "Diversity Playbook: Recommendations and Guidance for Christian Organizations." She is a Certified Diversity Executive and CEO of Shalom Consultants
Further Reading:
The Diversity Playbook: Recommendations and Guidance for Christian Organizations:
Diversity Playbook: Recommendations and Guidance for Christian Organizations: Michelle R. Loyd-Paige, Michelle D. Williams: 9781684263714 - CBE International with Christianbook.com
Confronting Wonder Women Syndrome: Female Pastors and the Pandemic: Confronting Wonder Woman Syndrome: Female Pastors and the Pandemic | CBE (cbeinternational.org)
How to Build Bridges: 4 Strategies for Reconciliation: How to Build Bridges: 4 Strategies for Racial Reconciliation | CBE (cbeinternational.org)
Women in Ministry, Reclaim Your Time!: Women in Ministry, Reclaim Your Time! | CBE (cbeinternational.org)
Who Is Pulling Your Strings? Wisdom for Clergy and Leaders:
Who Is Pulling Your Strings? Wisdom for Women Clergy and Leaders | CBE (cbeinternational.org)
On Being an Ally:
Beyond Hashtag Activism: Compressive Justice in a Complicated Age: Beyond Hashtag Activism: Comprehensive Justice in a Complicated Age | CBE (cbeinternational.org)
Speaking of Justice: 10 Terms Christian Gender Justice Advocates Should Know: Speaking of Justice: 10 Terms Christian Gender Justice Advocates Should Know | CBE (cbeinternational.org)
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