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TAKEN On Demand
Ep684 Father and Daughter Team Up to Help Thousands Living in Poverty - Terence and Zion Lester

TAKEN On Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 25:30


Terence Lester, who briefly experienced homelessness as a teen, is serious about helping those who are stuck in a cycle of poverty. He has proved his seriousness by walking from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. and from Atlanta to Memphis, in order to raise awareness about the issue. Terence and his wife Cecilia, are the founders of Love Beyond Walls, an organization dedicated to helping those who are disadvantaged and facing homelessness. His daughter Zion started helping as a child and has a passion to inform other children about the importance of serving the community and started writing books to help spread awareness. They share insight and advice about how to show kindness to those around us and the uniqueness of each person's story. This dynamic duo also talks about the power in the little things we do and how it can positively help someone else going through a hard time. TAKEAWAYS Live your life as a conduit for positivity now - don't want until you're retired Every person who is homeless has a unique story and inherent worth and value in the eyes of God Homelessness is a global issue - it is not merely relegated to local or regional cities Acknowledgement of the problems around you is a great first step to helping address cycles of poverty

Closer Look with Rose Scott
Analysis of SCOTUS decisions; Documentary spotlights history, plight of Chattahoochee River; Decaturish under new ownership

Closer Look with Rose Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 50:45


In a 6-3 decision by the justices, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that outdoor sleeping bans do not violate the Eighth Amendment. The decision essentially allows cities to make it illegal for unhoused people to sleep outdoors, even when shelter space is unavailable. Dr. Terence Lester, the founder and executive director of Love Beyond Walls, discusses how this ruling will affect those who are unhoused in the Atlanta area. Filmmaker Hal Jacobs and Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Jason Ulseth discuss their new documentary, “Saving the Chattahoochee.” It spotlights Sally Bethea, one of America's first female riverkeepers. The film focuses on her decades-long effort to maintain the health of the river. Plus, Editor Dan Whisenhunt discusses a big announcement: the new ownership of his digital media business, Decaturish.com, by Appen Media, a local and family-owned newspaper company. Whisenhunt is joined by Carl Appen, the director of content and development at Appen Media, to discuss what the arrangement means for the future of both of their news outlets. Lastly, Anthony Michael Kreis, an assistant professor of law at Georgia State University, gives an analysis of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the question of whether former presidents are immune from prosecution for official acts they take while in office. According to NPR, in a 6-3 decision, the court ruled that “a former president has absolute immunity for his core constitutional powers — and is entitled to a presumption of immunity for his official acts, but lacks immunity for unofficial acts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dawn and Steve Mornings
Zion Learns to See

Dawn and Steve Mornings

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 24:13 Transcription Available


Authors and illustrators, Terence and Zion Lester join Dawn and Steve to talk about their children's book Zion Learns to See: Opening Our Eyes to Homelessness, inspired by real-life events. Dr. Terence Lester is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. To wrap up today's show, Mike Arnold with Last Call 4 Grace will tell us about this wonderful ministry that desires to bring hope to the hopeless, healing to the wounded, freedom to those held in bondage, and most importantly the love of Christ to those who feel unlovable. Mike has been volunteering with LC4G for over seven years, along with his wife, Sherry. He was born and raised in Murfreesboro and has been an active member of Belle Aire Baptist Church for over 40 years. For the last eight years, he has led an Adult Life Group class. Mike participated in a life-changing Bible study called Christian Leadership Concepts, which is a two-year commitment. Ten years later, he is still meeting with those men as part of his spiritual growth and accountability. Mike has served on the Board of Directors for LC4G since 2018 and is currently the Board President.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walk A Little Slower with Tanner Olson
114: Grief, Growing, and Hope with Dr. Terence Lester

Walk A Little Slower with Tanner Olson

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 41:14


The Walk A Little Slower Podcast with Tanner Olson Dr. Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director at Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization. Instagram Books Love Beyond Walls Alli is also a longtime listener of The Walk A Little Slower Podcast. Support the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/writtentospeak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tannerolson.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠ Website ⁠⁠writtentospeak.com⁠⁠

Challenges of Faith Radio Program
Authors Zion Lester and Dr. Terence Lester: Zion Learns to See

Challenges of Faith Radio Program

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2024 50:00


Authors  Zion Lester and Dr.Terence Lester:disuss their new book "Zion Learns to See-Opening Our Eyes to Homelessness ". Terence and Cecillia will discuss The Love Beyond Walls Org Dr. Terence Lester is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. He received his Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Public Policy and Social Change from Union Institute and University. His campaigns on behalf of the poor, including #LoveSinksIn (which provides handwashing stations for the poor), have been featured in USA Today, Black Enterprise, Essence, and Reader's Digest. They have been viewed by millions of people globally on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS News, NBC, Upworthy, and "The Bright Side" with Katie Couric. He was named by Coca-Cola as one of their History Shakers. Publicist Eugenia Johnson-Email eugenia@eugeniajohnson.com or Love Beyond Walls @ 678.631.8414 COFRP listeners .consist of  80% ladies and 20% men.....Ages 23-27 @ 20%,  28-34 @ 20%,45-59 @ 20% and 60plus @ 20%... COFRP airs: on Amazon Music, Apple, JAM ,Pandora, Podbean and Wave http://podsearch.com/listing/challenges-of-faith-radio-program.html COFRP was ranked 4th (Jan 2-March 8, 2024 ) among  the top 100 Christian podcast  blog.feedspot.com/christian_podcasts/ COFRP Ph 305.902.4766 E-mail cofrp@protonmail.com Website :http://challengesoffaithradioprogram.com/  

That Makes Total Sense!
Episode 243 – Zion Lester & Terence Lester

That Makes Total Sense!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 47:47


It’s not very often that I ask my kids to preview a book I receive for the podcast, but it’s also not very often that I am preparing to interview the authors of a children’s book (including a teenage co-author)! Zion Learns to See by Zion Lester and her father Terence covers the difficult topic … Continue reading Episode 243 – Zion Lester & Terence Lester

The Englewood Review of Books Podcast
Episode 75: Stephanie Vander Lugt & Kimberlee Medicine Horn Jackson

The Englewood Review of Books Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 43:25


Chris sat down at the recent CCDA conference with two first-time podcast guests, Stephanie Vander Lugt and Kimberlee Medicine Horn Jackson, each of whom hosted CCDA workshops. They discuss their work as it relates to the religious practices of indigenous people, the importance of attentiveness, and of course, what they are currently reading.**This episode is sponsored by InterVarsity Press, publisher of 'Zion Learns to See.' When Zion joins her dad at work, she discovers that a day at the community center brings new and wonderful people into her life. Inspired by real events, this children's book by Terence Lester and his daughter Zion, allows kids and adults to learn with Zion about people experiencing homelessness and see how she is moved to respond as she recognizes that all people matter to God. Zion Learns to See, a new IVP Kids book by Terence Lester and Zion Lester. Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) Slow Church: Cultivating Community in the Patient Way of Jesus by C. Christopher Smith and John PattisonLand of the Spotted Eagle by Luther Standing BearDevotions: The Selected Poems of Mary OliverBraiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teaching of Plants by Robin Wall KimmererThe Christian Imagination: Theology and the Origins of Race by Willie James JenningsConsider the Birds: A Provocative Guide to Birds of the Bible by Debbie BlueInciting Joy: Essays by Ross GayThe Book of (More) Delights: Essays, Book 2 by Ross GayThe Uncontrollability of the World by Hartmut RosaAn American Sunrise: Poems by Joy Harjo

Chasing Justice
Chasing Justice as a Challenger with Terrence Lester

Chasing Justice

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 30:52


Challengers are the people we tend to think about when we think about activists. In this episode, Terence Lester shares his activism story, insights about how to channel anger, and the benefits of boundaries. Whether you're a Challenger yourself or intrigued by the dynamic ways individuals of this archetype engage in social justice, listen to this episode for valuable wisdom and meaningful reflection.    Terence is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization. The children's book he co-authored with his fourteen-year-old daughter, Zion, which deals with homelessness, belonging, inclusion, and encouraging children to serve others with empathy and compassion drops in March of 2024.   Learn more about Terence here Find books by Terence at InterVarsity Press Howard Thurman  

The Discomfort Practice
Episode #112: Season 4 Wrap-Up

The Discomfort Practice

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 16:44


In this final episode of Season 4 of The Discomfort Practice, Betsy looks back at some themes that arose over the course of the year+ it has spanned, before taking a brief hiatus to prep the launch of Season 5 in March 2024. What she found in looking back was some striking themes - the greatest of which was love. This has woven its way into many episodes, including: Episode #76 with Kim Polman, founder of Reboot the Future, whose ethos is based on the Golden Rule Episode #84 with Daze Aghaji, who talked about creating change from a place of love Episode #86 with Pilar Garrido, Minister for the Economy in Costa Rica during the Covid-19 pandemic Episode #110 with Dr. Terence Lester, a public policy advocate for people experiencing homelessness Betsy's own solos have focused a lot on love, with a couple of favourites linked below: Episode #82 On loving all parts of yourself Episode #98 A love letter to introverted moments Betsy would love to hear from you. Get in touch via any of the platforms listed below to let her know what you have found helpful, uplifting or positively challenging, as well as what you'd like to hear more about or hear an interview with in Season 5. Connect with Betsy: Betsy on Instagram Betsy on email Betsy on Linkedin Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into The Discomfort Practice! If you enjoyed this episode, please drop us a five star and written review, follow and share how it has benefited you. Don't forget to tune into our other episodes and share your favorite ones on social media! Be sure to come back for Season 5, launching in March 2024.  

Better Place Project with Steve Norris
Activist and Author, Dr. Terence Lester - All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, Part 2

Better Place Project with Steve Norris

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 71:00


Dr. Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization.He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, Essence Magazine, TEDx, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) National Magazine, NBC News, AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, and Upworthy. These campaigns have been viewed by millions of people worldwide.Terence has authored seven books and three traditionally published works, including: I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People, When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together, and All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, all with InterVarsity Press.He also has a children's book coming out with IVP Kids that he co-authored with his fourteen-year-old daughter, Zion Lester, which deals with homelessness, belonging, inclusion, and encouraging children to serve others with empathy and compassion.Terence has also received numerous awards for his community activism, including being named one of Atlanta's top 500 leaders by Atlanta Magazine, being named one of Coca-Cola's History Shakers, receiving the National Urban League Humanitarian Award, Brawny Giant Award, the American Express NextGen Award, the SCLC Social Advocacy Award, Atlanta Voice's 50 under 50, the True to Atlanta Award presented by the Atlanta Hawks, Fulton County Schools Service Award, and Plywood People's Innovator Award.To stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Website:https://www.betterplaceproject.org/ Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj To follow Steve on Instagram@SteveNorrisOfficialFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

The Discomfort Practice
Episode #110: Dr. Terence Lester on Opening Our Eyes to Things We'd Rather Not See

The Discomfort Practice

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 54:32


In this episode, Betsy speaks to Dr. Terence Lester, an activist and scholar who focuses on bringing justice to those suffering from poverty and racism. The founder of LoveBeyondWalls.org and The Dignity Museum, he is also the author of three books: 'I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People,' 'When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together' and 'All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity.' Three ideals drive Terence: (1) anyone can make a difference, (2) we don't live forever, (3), and it's worth dedicating one's life to ensuring no one feels invisible. This explains his life and work. Betsy and Terence chat about Terence's own life path, from highschool dropout who himself experienced homelessness and spent time in jail, to accomplished scholar, public policy PhD and an advocate for those experiencing homelessness who has received numerous awards for his work. They discuss the impact being un-seen and excluded from community has on a human soul experiencing homelessness and dive into the concept of dignity as something every human intrinsically deserves.  Settle yourself in to listen and prepare to be inspired (and possibly challenged) by this interview.  Connect with Dr. Terence Lester: Website: terencelester.org The Dignity Museum and Love Beyond Walls Twitter / X: twitter.com/imTerenceLester Instagram: @imterencelester / @lovebeyondwalls / @dignitymuseum Connect with Betsy: Betsy on Instagram Betsy on Linkedin Betsy's website Rate, Review and Share. Thanks for tuning into The Discomfort Practice. Please subscribe, follow, like, and/or drop her a five star and written review. Share this episode with others and help spread the word and grow our audience. Don't forget to tune into Betsy's other episodes and share your favourite ones on social media.

Dangerous Dogma
121. Terence Lester on All God's Children

Dangerous Dogma

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 48:46


Terence Lester, founder of Love Beyond Walls, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity. He also discusses racism in churches, the importance of lament, and the work of his nonprofit. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics.

Better Place Project with Steve Norris
Activist and Author, Dr. Terence Lester - All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, Part 1

Better Place Project with Steve Norris

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 62:27


I am so honored to have Dr. Terence Lester back to chat about his thought-provoking new book, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity.In this Part 1, Steve & Terence cover topics such as:Terence's near fatal auto accidentHis receiving his Ph.D.The inspiring story that was the impetus for launching Love Beyond WallsDismantling unrecognized prejudice"The Talk" that Terence and other black parents have to have with their childrenSteve shares his white privilege storyTerence's take on "color blindness."Black history and the importance of it being taught accurately in schools to future generationsThe controversy of removing confederate statuesMuch more!Dr. Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization.He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, Essence Magazine, TEDx, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) National Magazine, NBC News, AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, and Upworthy. These campaigns have been viewed by millions of people worldwide.Terence has authored seven books and three traditionally published works, including: I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People, When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together, and All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, all with InterVarsity Press.He also has a children's book coming out with IVP Kids that he co-authored with his fourteen-year-old daughter, Zion Lester, which deals with homelessness, belonging, inclusion, and encouraging children to serve others with empathy and compassion.Terence has also received numerous awards for his community activism, including being named one of Atlanta's top 500 leaders by Atlanta Magazine, being named one of Coca-Cola's History Shakers, receiving the National Urban League Humanitarian Award, Brawny Giant Award, the American Express NextGen Award, the SCLC Social Advocacy Award, Atlanta Voice's 50 under 50, the True to Atlanta Award presented by the Atlanta Hawks, Fulton County Schools Service Award, and Plywood People's Innovator Award.To learn more, please visit:https://terencelester.org/https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/Instagram: @imterencelesterTo stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Website:https://www.betterplaceproject.org/ Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj To follow Steve on Instagram@SteveNorrisOfficialFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

CBF Conversations
Terence Lester, How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity

CBF Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 46:19


Sponsors: Gardner-Webb University School of Divinity (www.gardner-webb.edu); NRSV, Updated Edition from Zondervan (www.nrsvuebible.com); A Model Ministry (www.amodelministry.com); Baptist Seminary of Kentucky (www.bsk.edu); Baylor's Garland School of Social Work. Join the listener community at https://www.classy.org/campaign/podcast-listener-support/c251116. Music from HookSounds.com

I Will Read for You: The Voice and Writings of Jaiya John
262. Sacred Conversation with Terence Lester, Ph.D.

I Will Read for You: The Voice and Writings of Jaiya John

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 68:46


Wow. I hope you listen to and feel this one. My second Sacred Conversation is with Terence Lester, Ph.D., a soul who does sacred work to restore and celebrate the dignity of those who are unhoused and/or invisible. He is a husband, father, author, and founder of both Love Beyond Walls and Dignity Museum. In our very soulful, vulnerable conversation, we talk about the profound self-harm caused by not seeing the dignity of other souls, the cost of invisibility, our life journeys of spiritual servitude, and the priceless personal and collective value of true listening.Sacred Conversations are periodic episodes of my podcast in which I reach out to people whose work and life inspire me, and we simply have an old fashioned phone conversation. No video. No scripted, transactional, extractive, one-sided interview dynamic. Just two people with a care and curiosity for each other's journey, asking each other soulful questions, and enjoying the ancient, mutually healing art of listening deeply. Again, not an interview. A spiritual communion. The idea is for us to relax and enjoy an organic conversation, like over tea or breaking bread, and get to know each other along the way. My new book Dear Artist, and all my books are available at jaiyajohn.com (thank you for purchasing directly from the author) and at booksellers worldwide. Audiobooks, eBooks, book specials, sleep stories, audio talks, apparel, and piano music are exclusively at my website. Thank you for posting your copies of my books on Instagram, tagging #jaiyajohn, encouraging others to purchase, posting readings of your favorite passages, and sharing online book reviews. My whole heart cries Grateful. jaiyajohn.com... Support the show

Spark My Muse
Eps 223: A powerful conversation with Dr Terence Lester

Spark My Muse

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 49:50


Eps 223 A conversation with Dr Terence Lester - beyond reconciliation to solidarity- we are All God's Children

Red Letter Christians Podcast
Book Club: Dr. Terence Lester, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Building Racial Solidarity

Red Letter Christians Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 58:25


From June's Book Club - Shane Claiborne speaks with author Terence Lester (PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies, Union Institute and University) is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. His campaigns on behalf of the poor, including #LoveSinksIn, have been featured in USA Today, Black Enterprise Essence, and Reader's Digest. They have been viewed by millions of people globally on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS News, NBC, Upworthy, and “The Bright Side” with Katie Couric. His books include When We Stand, I See You, Getting Past Stuck, Simple Prayers for Hurting People, and Identity Theft. In 2018, Terence led the March Against Poverty as he walked from Atlanta to Memphis (386 miles). He finished the march and spoke at the historic Lorraine Motel for the 50th Anniversary of MLK's assassination. He has spoken on the same platform as other civil rights activists such as: Bernice King, Roland Martin, Gina Belafonte, Michael Eric Dyson, Tamika D. Mallory, and many others. Terence's unique approach combines storytelling and digital media to help illustrate social justice issues with practical approaches to solving these ailments.  In 2019, Terence launched the first museum in the U.S. that represents homelessness out of a shipping container called, “Dignity Museum”. Order the book here! Learn more about Dr. Terence Lester To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

The Flip Side with Noah Filipiak
Ep. 85: Dr. Terence Lester on how confronting buried racial history can build racial solidarity

The Flip Side with Noah Filipiak

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 74:59


Dr. Terence Lester returns for another conversation on The Flip Side. You can listen to Noah and Terence's first convo from episode 51 here: https://www.noahfilipiak.com/ep-51-interview-with-terence-lester-on-doing-justice-ministry-and-being-in-proximity-with-the-marginalized/ In today's conversation, the discussion is on Terence's new book All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity. The interview is full of practical ways you can be faithful to Jesus in your cross-cultural relationships and ways modern cultural trends are trying to take us away from this path. Terence Lester (PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies, Union Institute and University) is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. His campaigns on behalf of the poor, including #LoveSinksIn, have been featured in USA Today, Black Enterprise Essence, and Reader's Digest. They have been viewed by millions of people globally on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS News, NBC, Upworthy, and "The Bright Side" with Katie Couric. His books include When We Stand, I See You, Getting Past Stuck, Simple Prayers for Hurting People, and Identity Theft. You can find Terence on Twitter and Instagram @imterencelester   You can also watch this episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/HpY53k4GWdg   Flip Side Notes: Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew.com or fivelakes.com to pick up some Angry Brew or Chris' Blend coffee at 10% off. Get a free month of Covenant Eyes at www.covenanteyes.com using promo code BEYOND Get a free month of Accountable2You keyword accountability: a2u.app/beyond (do not use “www”) Email the show at podcast@beyondthebattle.net Support the show and get some sweet swag by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/noahfilipiak 

Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison
273 - Confronting Buried History and Living as All God's Children with Storyteller and Public Scholar Dr. Terence Lester

Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 82:13


Storyteller and public scholar, community activist and author Dr. Terence Lester invests his wealth of wisdom and stories from his own experience into the Be the Bridge community in this conversation with Latasha Morrison. Dr. Lester shares about his restorative work with Love Beyond Walls, a non-profit which is bringing true social change serving people who are experiencing homelessness in Atlanta and beyond. They talk about the disconnect the church in America has with seeing people on mission trips with dignity but not people in our own communities with that same dignity. And they have a vulnerable discussion around “the talk” that Black and Brown families in America have in their homes because of having to survive in and navigate this racialized society. This episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast will remind you of the power one person can have in someone's life and the power there is in truly seeing people. It also brings continued conviction that covering up history and removing access to information prevents healing, reconciliation, justice, and redemption. We hope this conversation will prompt you to allow your own historical shaping to be interrogated and empower you to be a person of peace. May the power of God at work in Dr. Lester's life offer encouragement that God is at work in and around you as well. Join in the conversation on our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and LinkedIn to let us know your thoughts on this episode! Host & Executive Producer - Latasha MorrisonSenior Producer - Lauren C. BrownProducer, Editor, & Music - Travon Potts with Integrated Entertainment StudiosAssistant Producer & Transcriber - Sarah Connatser Quotes:“There are a group of people in this world that feel forgotten, and how dare I, having experienced the grace of God, not pass along that same love and support to my neighbor?” -Dr. Terence Lester “There's a major theological problem that we have as the body of Christ that allows us to get here where we would think that poverty and sickness equates to criminality.” -Latasha Morrison “You've got to get proximate to be able to serve.” -Dr. Terence Lester Links:If you'd like to partner with the Be the Bridge Podcast, please fill out our Advertise with Us form. Ads:Spotify for Podcasters [Record, edit, distribute your podcast. Download the Spotify for Podcasters app or go to www.spotify.com/podcasters to get started] Become a Donor of Be the Bridge Shop the Be the Bridge Online Shop Resources:Love Beyond Walls WebsiteDr. Terence Lester's dissertationHomesick Documentary by Dr. Terence LesterI See You book by Dr. Terence LesterWhen We Stand book by Dr. Terence LesterAll God's Children book by Dr. Terence Lester Connect with Dr. Terence Lester:His WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn His Substack Connect with Be the Bridge:Our WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter Connect with Latasha Morrison:FacebookInstagramTwitter Not all views expressed in this interview reflect the values and beliefs of Latasha Morrison or the Be the Bridge organization.

Freedom Road Podcast
Dr Terence Lester – All God's Children

Freedom Road Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 73:08


On this episode we are joined by Dr. Terence Lester, PhD, author of several books, including his most recent, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity. We invited Terence to speak with us because his book, All God's Children offers practical advice for the next generations of faith communities that understand in order to move forward, they have to look back. We'd love to hear your thoughts. Thread or Insta Lisa @lisasharper or to Freedom Road @freedomroad.us. We're also on Substack! So be sure to subscribe to freedomroad.substack.com. And, keep sharing the podcast with your friends and networks and letting us know what you think! www.threads.net/@lisasharper www.threads.net/@freedomroad.us freedomroad.substack.com/ www.mahoganybooks.com/9781514005958

Religionless Church
Terence Lester: Why Learning Black History Matters

Religionless Church

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 62:17


This episode of A People's Theology is sponsored by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Receive a $1,000 scholarship when you apply and are admitted: unitedseminary.edu/apeoplestheology Use this link to register for Theology Beer Camp 2023 and use the promo code "MASONGODPOD" to receive $25 off your ticket. Mason chats with Terence Lester about his new book, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity. They chat about why understanding Black history can change the world, why God created difference, and much more. Guest Bio/Info: Terence Lester is the founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. He is also the author of the recently released book, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity. Find Terence here: terencelester.org Instagram: imterencelester Twitter: @imTerenceLester Facebook: facebook.com/imterencelester Get connected to Mason: masonmennenga.com Patreon: patreon.com/masonmennenga Twitter: @masonmennenga Facebook: facebook.com/mason.mennenga Instagram: masonmennenga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Madang
Madang Podcast: Terence Lester, Ep. 30

Madang

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 54:38


Welcome to Madang Podcast. Madang is the outdoor living room of the world. Here, we invite you to sit and tune into unreserved, remarkable conversations with renown authors, leaders, public figures and scholars on religion, culture and everything in-between. This has been a dream of mine for many years and now it is. reality. Please join me at Madang. This is the 30th episode of Madang where I converse with Dr. Terence Lester on his book, All God's Children. Dr. Terence Lester is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. He received his PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies from Union Institute and University. He campaigns on behalf of the poor, including #LoveSinksIn, have been featured in USA Today, Black Enterprise Essence, and Reader's Digest. They have been viewed by millions of people globally on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS News, NBC, Upworthy, and "The Bright Side" with Katie Couric. His books include When We Stand, I See You, Getting Past Stuck, Simple Prayers for Hurting People, and Identity Theft. Today, Dr. Lester shares his latest book, All God's Children, racial solidarity, implicit bias, God is justice, Critical Race Theory and so much more. I am thrilled to announce that Madang podcast is hosted by the Christian Century. Please visit their website for the latest Madang podcast as well as current articles on Christianity, culture and society. You can also listen to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fSZ… and Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast… I am grateful to Homebrewed Christianity, Fuller Seminary, Garrett Seminary, InterVarsity Press for their sponsorship of this episode. Please check out their website for their work, events and to donate. Please reach out to me if you would like to sponsor the next episode of Madang podcast. Or simply support me here: https://anchor.fm/grace-ji-sun-kim --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grace-ji-sun-kim/support

The Learner's Corner with Caleb Mason
Episode 358: Terence Lester on His Journey with Disability and How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity

The Learner's Corner with Caleb Mason

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 55:57


In this episode, Caleb talks with Terence Lester about his book, All God's Children, and more.Links MentionedTerence LesterAll of God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity by Terence LesterEpisode 232: Terence LesterCaleb's Substack

Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison
Bonus - Surprise Happy Birthday to Latasha Morrison!

Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 9:08


Our beloved Podcast host, and the Founder and CEO of Be the Bridge, turns 50 today! So we are taking a moment to celebrate the one and only Latasha Morrison! We've gathered some messages from guests you have heard on the show and guests you will hear soon. We hope you enjoy hearing Latasha honored by the words of Marcie Alvis Walker, Cam Lee Small, Angela Gonzalez, Dr. Claudia May, Raymond Chang, Michelle Ferrigno Warren, Faitth Brooks, Terry Wildman, Annie F. Downs, Dr. Terence Lester, and Jo Saxton. Please join in the celebration over on social media! Share your words of encouragement, support, and appreciation for Latasha on this milestone birthday on our Instagram and Facebook posts today. Thank you for being part of the Be the Bridge community and celebrating Latasha with us!

Tavis Smiley
Dr. Terence Lester on "Tavis Smiley"

Tavis Smiley

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 39:56


Dr. Terence Lester - community activist, author and the Founder and Executive Director of “Love Beyond Walls”, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization - joins Tavis for a conversation centered around his text that explores the sociological and cultural dynamics of unconscious bias and inattentional ignorance that contribute to the division in our society.

That Makes Total Sense!
Episode 201 – Terence Lester

That Makes Total Sense!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 60:55


I am so thrilled to have the newly declared Dr. Terence Lester back on the podcast (if you missed his first episode, we’ve got you covered!). Terence has written a beautiful book on racial solidarity through the lens of his own experience as someone who was unhoused for a season and his work for over … Continue reading Episode 201 – Terence Lester

Red Letter Christians Podcast
Dr. Terence Lester, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Building Racial Solidarity

Red Letter Christians Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 45:54


Terence Lester (PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies, Union Institute and University) is a minister, speaker, community activist, author, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a not-for-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. His campaigns on behalf of the poor, including #LoveSinksIn, have been featured in USA Today, Black Enterprise Essence, and Reader's Digest. They have been viewed by millions of people globally on The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS News, NBC, Upworthy, and “The Bright Side” with Katie Couric. His books include When We Stand, I See You, Getting Past Stuck, Simple Prayers for Hurting People, and Identity Theft. Order the book here! Learn more about Dr. Terence Lester To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

aijcast
Revisiting Our Conversation with Terence Lester

aijcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 30:53


In celebration of the June release of his third book All God's Children, we revisit our 2017 conversation with minister, community activist, speaker Terence Lester, where he recalls his earliest experiences with unhoused people, the founding of Love Beyond Walls, and how his work and advocacy are ways of incarnating God's love.

Theology Doesn't Suck!
All God's Children: Confronting History to Build Racial Solidarity - With Terence Lester

Theology Doesn't Suck!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 61:58


This week Terence Lester returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book "All God's Children: How Confronting Buriend History Can Build Racial Solidarity". We have a deep and engaging conversation sharing stories and experiences in regard to racism. We dream of a better world where every-body counts. Enjoy! Resources: TerenceLester.Org Love Beyond Walls All God's Children (Book) Join Our Patreon 

PiZetta Media: Podcast with a Cause

Terence Lester is the CEO of Love Beyond Walls.

The Post-Christian Podcast
The Post-Christian Podcast - Dr. Terence Lester (Love Beyond Walls)

The Post-Christian Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 27:22


In this episode, Dr. Eric Michael Bryant interviews Dr. Terence Lester, an activist and scholar who seeks to bring God's justice to those suffering from poverty and racism. Terence had to learn to walk again after a horrific car wreck all while getting his Ph.D. in Public Policy on helping those who are homeless. The founder of LoveBeyondWalls.org and The Dignity Museum is also the author of I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People and When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together, In his latest book, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity. According to Terence, "the more you understand someone's history, the better you can see their humanity. This is true for individuals as well as for society at large." Our goal with The Post-Christian Podcast is to reframe, simplify, and focus on our mission to make disciples in a post Christian culture. We discuss reaching new people and raising up leaders while removing the barriers of churchianity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-bryant1/support

The Common Good Podcast
Can't miss interviews with Terence Lester and Drew Jackson

The Common Good Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 33:52


Terence Lester, author of “When We Stand” and Founder of Love Beyond Walls, gives his FIRST interview about his brand new book, "All God's Children". Then, Brian's take on the revitalizing strategy for relaunching dying churches... and an interview with poet Drew Jackson, who says that when it comes to faith, we don't always need an answer. It's ok to sit with the question. Follow The Common Good on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith ConradSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voice in The Kingdom
Kingdom Conversation: All God's Children and Knowing Your Worth with Dr. Terence Lester

Voice in The Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 47:24


Kingdom Conversation: All God's Children and Knowing Your Worth with Dr. Terence Lester Freshly minted Ph.D, Dr. Terence Lester of Love Beyond Walls shares insight from his journey advocating for the unhoused and unseen after a decade of boots on the ground campaigns and other outreach while we also learn about how the last year shaped his pursuit of a doctorate after a tragic accident gave him fresh perspective. He shares with us the importance of where our worth lies, how his wife encouraged him to finish what he started, a path forward for all God's children and much more. You can watch this Kingdom Conversation over on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@voiceinthekingdom2612 

The Plywood Podcast
The Turning Point with Terence Lester

The Plywood Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 38:13


Have you ever hit a turning point that altered your perspective? Terence Lester, Founder of Love Beyond Walls and long-time Plywood person, shares for the first time publicly how a single moment transformed his entire life. He speaks on identifying with vulnerable communities, the importance of advocating for yourself, and recognizing your worth in the midst of struggle. This interview is beyond inspiring. Take a listen now!Learn more about  Love Beyond WallsRead When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together _____Welcome to the Plywood Podcast: Real talk for social entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders.Plywood is a nonprofit in Atlanta leading a community of startups doing good. Over the past 12 years, we have worked with over 1000 startup founders and nonprofit leaders wrestling with the tensions of starting, growing, and sustaining.Think of The Plywood Podcast as a kitchen table conversation debating the pros and woes of running a business and sustaining a nonprofit. We dive into building business plans, sustaining relationships (personal and professional), diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, forming values while being a part of true cultural change for good, and so much more.Learn more about Plywood at PlywoodPeople.comPlywood is a non-profit in Atlanta leading a community of start-ups doing good. www.plywoodpeople.com

Better Place Project with Steve Norris
Solo Episode: More ChatGPT and Guest News & Updates

Better Place Project with Steve Norris

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 24:01


For this week's solo episode I do a quick update on exciting things that are going on with past guests, as well as an update to last month's solo episode about ChatGPT.Topics/Guests included are:* Carine and Anaise Kanimba, daughters of Paul Rusesabagina, the hero of the Movie Hotel Rwanda who has been falsely imprisoned in Rwanda for 922 days! You can support Paul's cause by ordering a T-shirt like the one I'm wearing in the pic above at PaulR.org* The last slave ship Clotilda.  Over two years ago I interviewed descendants of enslaved africans and a descendent of the captain of the Clotilda in an emotional 2-part series. A Netflix Documentary is now out, National Geographic and many others have done pieces on this story and Ben Raines, the author and documentary filmmaker who found the Clotilda has a new book out. And a new museum in honor of the Clotilda is opening in Mobile Alabama in July.* Ibu Robin Lim update - She got her birthday wish!* Anti-Diet Author Christy Harrison, who was on the show back in January of 2021 has a new book coming out in April!* Terence Lester of Love Beyond Walls update (Near fatal accident and on the cusp of his PhD.* Paul Watkins currently competing in his 3rd Arctic Ultra Marathon (He's WON once already!)* Barry Nicolauo: Best-Selling Author and frequent BPP guest has a new book coming out!!* Dan Fischer of One Last Wave Project has gone global and is working on his 5th board!* Daniel Mate, Co-Author of Bestselling The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness and Healing in a Toxic Culture has a new podcast out called Let's Get Lyrical with Carice and Daniel, and it's awesome!* The ever inspirational Clint Hatton has a new book out called Big Bold Brave: How to live Courageously in a Risky World.To stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Website:https://www.betterplaceproject.org/ Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj To follow Steve on Instagram@SteveNorrisOfficialFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

Social Studies Show
Social Studies Show: Episode 20- Terence Lester

Social Studies Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 0:01


Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the founder and Executive Director at Love Beyond Walls a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization. He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, CNN, Essence Magazine, TEDx, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) National Magazine, and NBCNews, as well as AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, and Upworthy. These campaigns have been viewed by millions of people worldwide. Three ideals drive Terence: (1) anyone can make a difference, (2) we don't live forever, (3) and it's worth dedicating one's life to making sure no one feels invisible. In 2016, Terence led the March against Poverty 2016, where he walked from Atlanta, GA, (the SCLC Headquarters) to the White House (over 800 miles) to bring attention to homelessness in the U.S. Terence led the 2018 March against Poverty as he walked from Atlanta to Memphis (386 miles). He finished the march and spoke at the historic Lorraine Motel for the 50th anniversary of MLK's assassination. In 2019, Terence opened Dignity Museum, the first museum in the U.S. to represent the homeless—out of a shipping container. Terence has delivered countless sermons and speeches at conferences, churches, schools, corporate settings, classrooms, and several unique spaces, including the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial in Washington, DC, the King Center for Nonviolent Social Change, Center for Civil and Human Rights, CCDA, Radio One's Praise in the Park, Morehouse College, Alabama University, and Paine College. He has spoken on the same platform as many other civil rights activists, such as Dr. Bernice King, Roland Martin, Gina Belafonte, Dr. Vonnetta West, Carlos Rodriguez, Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, and Tamika D. Mallory. Terence's personal approach combines storytelling and digital media to help illustrate social justice issues with practical strategies to solving these ailments. He holds an associate degree in Media Production (2005), a B.A. in Pastoral Leadership (2008), a Master of Education in Counseling (2010), a Master of Arts in Theological Studies (2012). He is currently a Ph.D. Candidate at Union Institute and University with a concentration in Public Policy and Social Change. He has served on several ministerial staffs and has authored seven books and three traditionally published works including: I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People, When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together, and his forthcoming book, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, all with InterVarsity Press. He also has a children's book coming out with IVP Kids that he co-authored with his fourteen-year- old daughter, Zion Lester, which deals with homelessness, belonging, inclusion, and encouraging children to serve others with empathy and compassion. Terence has also received numerous awards for his community activism, including: being named one of Atlanta's top 500 leaders by Atlanta Magazine, being named one of Coca-Cola's History Shakers, receiving the National Urban League Humanitarian Award, Brawny Giant' Award, the American Express NextGen Award, the SCLC Social Advocacy Award, Atlanta Voice's 50 under 50, the True to Atlanta Award presented by the Atlanta Hawks, Fulton County Schools Service Award, and Plywood People's Innovator Award. Terence happily married to his best friend, Cecilia Lester, and they have two amazing children, Zion Joy and Terence II.

Comadreando
LOVE BEYOND WALLS

Comadreando

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 55:12


Hola Comadres! Welcome to the 10th episode of Season 3!  Let's talk about overcoming adversity and social invisibility! Join your comadre Marcy and special guest  Terence Lester, speaker, activist, author, thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty, and special needs dad.. He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to issues surrounding homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality.Your compadres discuss Terence's battle in overcoming adversity after sustaining an injury that left him disabled, and they draw comparisons between historically marginalized communities and the unhoused.   Marcy is recording with Riverside-FM and if you'd like to watch instead of listen, head on over to YouTube and check out the video version of the podcast. If you have any suggestions, opinions, questions, or comments about this or any episode, please send us a Comadre-Gram at marcy@comadreandopod.com or DM me via IG. Let's have a conversation.   If you like the podcast, please share with your family, friends, and significant other. You can support this podcast by finding it across all platforms and rating, liking, and reviewing. If you chat about us, please use the hashtags #Comadreando, #ComadreTime, or #HolaComadres so that I can see and share you as well. If you want to help the sustainability of Comadreando, please consider becoming a patron on Patreon. Become a monthly sustaining member or make a one time contribution. Every little bit helps. You can contribute via $comadreandopod on CashApp and @comadreandopod on Venmo. Merchandise is out now, please visit our BRAND NEW WEBSITE to check out all the Comadre Gear https://www.comadreandopod.com.    NOTES: Sign Up for Comadre-grams Using this link: http://eepurl.com/h-Gqw9   Terence's IG: @imterencelester Terence's Website: https://terencelester.org/about Love Beyond Walls Website: https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/

Comadreando
LOVE BEYOND WALLS

Comadreando

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 55:12


Hola Comadres! Welcome to the 10th episode of Season 3!  Let's talk about overcoming adversity and social invisibility! Join your comadre Marcy and special guest  Terence Lester, speaker, activist, author, thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty, and special needs dad.. He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to issues surrounding homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality.Your compadres discuss Terence's battle in overcoming adversity after sustaining an injury that left him disabled, and they draw comparisons between historically marginalized communities and the unhoused.   Marcy is recording with Riverside-FM and if you'd like to watch instead of listen, head on over to YouTube and check out the video version of the podcast. If you have any suggestions, opinions, questions, or comments about this or any episode, please send us a Comadre-Gram at marcy@comadreandopod.com or DM me via IG. Let's have a conversation.   If you like the podcast, please share with your family, friends, and significant other. You can support this podcast by finding it across all platforms and rating, liking, and reviewing. If you chat about us, please use the hashtags #Comadreando, #ComadreTime, or #HolaComadres so that I can see and share you as well. If you want to help the sustainability of Comadreando, please consider becoming a patron on Patreon. Become a monthly sustaining member or make a one time contribution. Every little bit helps. You can contribute via $comadreandopod on CashApp and @comadreandopod on Venmo. Merchandise is out now, please visit our BRAND NEW WEBSITE to check out all the Comadre Gear https://www.comadreandopod.com.    NOTES: Sign Up for Comadre-grams Using this link: http://eepurl.com/h-Gqw9   Terence's IG: @imterencelester Terence's Website: https://terencelester.org/about Love Beyond Walls Website: https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/

The Common Good Podcast
The biggest Christmas pageant in Chicagoland, plus How to Love Beyond Walls

The Common Good Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 31:23


Pastor Jim Scudder, with Quentin Road Baptist Church in Lake Zurich, joins to offer listeners an exclusive chance to attend their elaborate Christmas pageant Dec. 15-18. The production–which features 300+ performers, live animals, and acrobatics– brings Christmas to life as an evangelistic tool each holiday season.Listen to In Grace with Pastor Jim Scudder on AM1160 each weekday at 10:00am. Then, a father and daughter author pair join the show! Terence is a speaker, activist and thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty and founded the nonprofit Love Beyond Walls. Zion, his daughter, is the youngest author ever contracted by Intervarsity Press. Together, they join Brian and Aubrey to talk about their callings. Finally, inspired by an article from the Atlantic, Brian and Aubrey talk about questions you should ask the older generations… and how to ask the right things to get the best stories. Guests: Pastor Jim Scudder, Terence and Zion LesterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love Your City Podcast
Episode 06: Terence Lester with Love Beyond Walls - Atlanta, GA

Love Your City Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 58:01


In 2013, Terence Lester took to the streets and embarked on life as a homeless person for one month. During this time, he experienced a taste of what it was like to be put out of shelters, to sleep under bridges, eat handouts, to beg for money, be expelled from restaurants, and stay awake for hours in discomfort. While some criticized his decision, he felt it was critical to walk in the shoes of those experiencing homelessness in order to understand how to better serve people through his organization, Love Beyond Walls.In this episode, Bob Dalton interviews Terence on what he learned from his time on the streets, the importance of caring for yourself as a nonprofit leader, and breaking down stereotypes we have of one another.Learn more by visiting www.lovebeyondwalls.org

West Ridge Church
They Walked With God: "Joseph"

West Ridge Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2022 37:22


They Walked With God: "Joseph" - Terence Lester 

The Disrupters: Faith Changing Culture
Terence Lester Lets Go

The Disrupters: Faith Changing Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 45:36


"I started to create what I call a 'let-go list,' trying to figure out as I evolve as a person, as a community leader, and as a co-leader in my family, really taking an evaluation and assessing the things I need to shed and let go as I create the type of space to give myself and my life to things that matter most in the moment." Terence Lester is a speaker, activist, author, and thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty. He is the founder of Love Beyond Walls, a non-profit organization focused on poverty awareness and community mobilization. His nationwide campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, USA Today just to name a few.  According to Terence, by reorganizing our time and getting into communities with others (even if it's just one trusted person!), we can all show up and make a difference in the world--whether it's “30 minutes a week or an hour every other week.” If “1000 people” can give “an hour of time,” Terence believes that the “compounded collective impact can make a huge difference.” Listen to this inspirational conversation as you make your New Year's resolutions. Learn more about The Disrupters podcast at ivpress.com/disrupters. Plus, listeners of The Disrupters podcast will get 30% off all IVP titles plus free US shipping by using promo code DISRUPT at ivpress.com.

Black Coffee and Theology Podcast
Justice, comforting those without a home, and the Gospel of the marginalized with Terence Lester pt2

Black Coffee and Theology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 22:25


In this episode I sit down with Terence Lester. Terence is a husband and father, the founder of Love Beyond Walls, a Ph.D student, an activist, and the author of two books: When We Stand and I See You. We discuss justice, and all sorts of themes related in this two part convo. For more information on this podcast and to get extra content from my colleagues; Trey and Sam please go to: http://www.patreon.com/threeblackmen

Black Coffee and Theology Podcast
Justice, comforting those without a home, and the Gospel of the marginalized with Terence Lester pt1

Black Coffee and Theology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 36:30


In this episode I sit down with Terence Lester. Terence is a husband and father, the founder of Love Beyond Walls, a Ph.D student, an activist, and the author of two books: When We Stand and I See You. We discuss justice, and all sorts of themes related in this two part convo. For more information on this podcast and to get extra content from my colleagues; Trey and Sam please go to: http://www.patreon.com/threeblackmen

Better Place Project with Steve Norris
WOW Episode!: Words Of Wisdom Compilation of Guests Answering the Question "How Can We Make the World a Better Place?"

Better Place Project with Steve Norris

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 40:18


At the end of every episode, Steve and Erin ask each guest "What advice do you have for us and our listeners on how we can help make the world a better place?" In this inspiring WOW (Words Of Wisdom) episode, they revisit and play back past guests' answers to this question,  Hear perspectives and advice from world-renowned thought-leaders, mental health experts, scientists, psychiatrists, best-selling authors and more!Here from Azim Khamisa, Missy Bellinger, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, Dr. Rich Blundell, Terence Lester, Dr. Christian Heim, Dai Manuel, Christian De La Huerta, Zach Correa, Eric Winters, and Dr. Shad Helmstetter. To stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj  To follow Steve & Erin on Instagram:@SteveNorrisOfficial @ErinorrisFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcast Twitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

Directionally Challenged
"Love Beyond Walls" with Terence Lester

Directionally Challenged

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 46:55


Terence Lester joins us today to discuss Love Beyond Walls. The nonprofit organization was founded in 2013 as a way to bring awareness to issues surrounding homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality.Follow Love Beyond WallsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovebeyondwalls/Website: https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/ Follow Us:Instagram: www.instagram.com/candicekayla/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/CandiceKayla Website: www.candicekayla.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Preacher Boys Podcast
How to Become a Better Advocate | Terence Lester (Preacher Boys Podcast)

Preacher Boys Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 58:41


Purchase a copy of Terence Lester's book: https://amzn.to/3y2TOfjSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/preacherboysPurchase a Preacher Boys shirt, mask, sticker, or other merch to rep the show! https://www.teepublic.com/user/preacher-boys-podcast________________ABOUT TERENCE LESTER:TERENCE LESTER IS A SPEAKER, ACTIVIST, AUTHOR, AND THOUGHT LEADER IN THE REALM OF SYSTEMIC POVERTY.He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to issues surrounding homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, Upworthy, and have been viewed by millions of people worldwide.In 2018, Terence led the March Against Poverty as he walked from Atlanta to Memphis (386 miles). He finished the march and spoke at the historic Lorraine Motel for the 50th Anniversary of MLK's assassination.He has spoken on the same platform as other civil rights activists: Bernice King, Roland Martin, Gina Belafonte, Michael Eric Dyson, Tamika D. Mallory, and many others. Terence's unique approach combines storytelling and digital media to help illustrate social justice issues with practical approaches to solving these ailments.In 2013, Terence founded the non-profit "Love Beyond Walls" and has helped hundreds of individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty to rebuild their lives. In 2019, Terence launched the first museum in the U.S. representing homelessness out of a shipping container called Dignity Museum.Terence has written six books, and his new book, "When We Stand: The Power Of Seeking Justice Together," released May 18, 2021, with InterVarsity Press. He also holds four degrees and is working towards his Ph.D. at Union Institute & University in Public Policy & Social Change.He is happily married to his best friend, Cecilia Lester, and they have two amazing children, Zion Joy and Terence II.ABOUT THE BOOK: It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all of the injustices that we see in the world. We don't know what to do and might think that we don't have anything to offer. But by using our gifts in collaboration with others, we can do more together than we ever could on our own. Activist Terence Lester knows it's hard to change the world. But mobilizing and acting together empowers us to do what we can't do as isolated individuals. Lester looks at the obstacles that prevent us from getting involved, and he offers practical ways that we can accomplish things together as groups, families, churches, and communities. He helps us find our place in the larger picture, discerning the unique ways we can contribute and make a difference. By connecting with our neighbors and discovering our own paths of service, we can drastically change how we follow Christ and see God moving in the world. Togetherness and community give visible testimony of the power of the gospel. In this broken world, the body of Christ can transform society―when we stand together.________________Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting:– preacherboysdoc.com– https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/– https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc– https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/To connect with a community who share the Eric Skwarczynski and the Preacher Boys Podcast mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hope Still Wins with Ben Higgins
7. Terence Lester: Distributing Dignity & Fighting Systemic Poverty

Hope Still Wins with Ben Higgins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 41:15


“Home is so much more than four walls and a roof. Home is a place you feel seen, accepted, and like you belong.” - Terence Lester Terence is a speaker, author, activist, and thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty, and he's interested in a world where everyone - everyone - is treated with dignity. In this conversation, Ben and Terence talk about interconnectedness and community, the true meaning and feeling of the word “home,” and the power of being seen. Plus, he introduces the idea of being an “accumulator” versus a “distributor,” and why inhabiting the role of distributor is ultimately more fulfilling for oneself and the world. Join the community on Instagram instagram.com/hopestillwins/! We'd love to hear your answer to the weekly question, "How can you be a "distributor" in your community this week? This summer? Throughout the rest of this year?" Connect with Terence: - Instagram: instagram.com/imterencelester/ - Twitter: twitter.com/imTerenceLester - Love Beyond Walls: www.lovebeyondwalls.org/ - Dignity Museum: www.lovebeyondwalls.org/dignity-museum/ - Purchase his new book, When We Stand: http://terencelester.org/ Connect with Ben: - Instagram: instagram.com/higgins.ben/ - Twitter: twitter.com/benhiggi - Generous Coffee: https://generouscoffee.com/ Thank you to our sponsor: - Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. http://anchor.fm/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

HopeWriters
How Do I Tell My Story?

HopeWriters

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 19:07


You've been journaling or blogging, and you know your reader. It's time to take the next step to shape your words for a world that needs them. In this episode, of The Writerly Life, host Clarissa Moll talks about how to integrate writing into your daily life. She shares four ways to include writing in your normal rhythm, as well as a fun writing prompt that can help you think outside the box. Special guest author and activist Terence Lester tells his story of starting small and letting stories emerge from his everyday life. The Writerly Life is a production of hope*writers. Written and compiled by Clarissa Moll Edited and mixed by Tyler Anderson Music by Karla Colahan

Better Place Project with Steve Norris
Terence Lester: Activist, Writer, Storyteller and Founder of Love Beyond Walls

Better Place Project with Steve Norris

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 49:40


You are about to be inspired.  Terence Lester is a speaker, activist, author, and thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty. He's known for nationwide campaigns that have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, and more. In 2013, Terence founded the non-profit “Love Beyond Walls” and has helped hundreds of individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty to rebuild their lives. In 2019, Terence launched the first museum in the U.S. representing homelessness, out of a shipping container, called Dignity Museum. He also holds four degrees and hosts a podcast called Narrative Shift. Terence has written six books, and his new book, “When We Stand: The Power Of Seeking Justice Together,” is set to release on May 18th. For more information or to make a donation, please visit https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/ and http://terencelester.org/.To stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social mediaInstagram: @BetterPlaceProj  To follow Steve & Erin on Instagram:@SteveNorrisOfficial @ErinorrisFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com