The Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis is Senior Minister and Public Theologian at Middle Church in New York City. In her activism, preaching, speaking, writing, and teaching, Dr. Lewis advocates for racial equality, gun control, economic justice, and equal rights for all sexual orientations/genders. A world-renowned theologian, Dr. Lewis has been featured on The Today Show, All In with Chris Hayes, AM Joy, The Melissa Harris Perry Show, NY1, ABC, NBC, PBS, CBS and many more. Her writing has appeared in outlets like Harper’s Bazaar, Vox, The Huffington Post and Religion News Service. She is the author of several books, most recently Fierce Love: A Bold Path to a Ferocious Courage and Rule-Breaking Kindness That Can Heal the World which was published by Penguin Random House in 2021.
God-Talk for Hot-Mess Times
Jacqui Lewis
Through movement and laughter, Rev. Dr. Lewis takes listeners on a journey through the history of liberation through dance and invites them into a dance partnership with God.
Julian Davis Reid explores the profound journey of finding God and navigating life's transitions. Through the lens of music, Julian uses the metaphor of chord changes to illuminate how we can approach personal growth and change in fresh, transformative ways. Whether in moments of uncertainty or when facing a new season of life, The Chord Changes invites you to rethink how you embrace change, shift perspectives, and find harmony in the unexpected.
In the context of re-wilding, Scott calls for a church that is less about programs and more about cultivating deep, organic relationships. He challenges traditional structures and encourages a faith that breathes new life into church practices—focused on true discipleship, deep listening, and a radical love that moves beyond the walls of the sanctuary into everyday life.
In this talk Suzanne explores powerful principles for leading a more mindful, intentional life. The mantras she discusses—Show Up, Pay Attention, Tell the Truth, and Disengage from Results—offer a roadmap for personal growth and effective relationships.