Urban Ministry
Precaution & Preparation or Panic: Faith with action, over Fear
The COVID-19 pandemic is illustrating at a granular level, discord in our communities that highlights American division. If a global health threat poses the greatest risk to the least of those amongst us, who are we as the Church if we can’t unify to protect them? If we can’t unify across political chasms, racial divides, and socio-economic statuses, then who are we as a nation?
Read MoreNavigating Financial Crisis Amid COVID-19 as a Nonprofit
We know many of you in the UYWI community are a part of nonprofit organizations. And we know that the nonprofit sector is feeling the financial pinch already, as a result of social distancing protocols. However, know that we are here for you! We are in this together and will come out stronger than before. …
Read MoreHow To Lead Through a Crisis
We are called to lead. When you rest in the assurance of Christ’s power over death we are reminded that we are more than conquerors. It is the Church—the people of God—that are on the frontline, and we do not back down, even from a pandemic.
Read MoreUYWI BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: ALEXANDER JAMES
Native to South Central Los Angeles and raised by a single mother, Alexander took pride in being the black sheep in most circles growing up. Now, he is a young adult director, social activist, youth advocate, and full-time spoken-word artist. An undaunted wordsmith fueled by a heart of passion and a soul forged by a plethora of complex and enriching experiences.
Read MoreUYWI BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: Dr. Virginia Ward
For nearly three generations, Dr. Virginia Ward has been empowering youth across the nation. Her impact is felt in every sector—from education to ministry, business, and beyond.
Read MoreUYWI Black History Month Spotlight: Dr. René Rochester
This trailblazing woman of God is living in a time where her dream of diversity and inclusion amongst women and people of color is blossoming into fruition. She brims with joy over seeing more representation in executive leadership within prominent urban ministry organizations.
Read MoreUYWI BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: John Perkins
This Black History Month, UYWI will be highlighting modern-day leaders we believe are carrying MLK’s vision, forward. Our first spotlight is on Dr. John Perkins
Read MoreFANNING THE FLAMES OF URBAN RESILIENCE
Urban leaders are hard-wired to adapt to survive in underfunded and often ignored contexts with grit, determination, and ingenuity.
Read MoreThe Importance of Being a True Disciple
We live in a culture of contradictions. When I go to the Doctor, he’s telling me how I should diet in such a way that produces health, but I notice that he is overweight, or the politician who wants to legislate morality while living immoral, or the preacher that may preach Gospel text but refuses…
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