On Jemar Tisby’s previous interview with The Calling, he spoke of the moment he launched a Facebook group for what he then called the Reformed African American Network. That group has since experienced explosive growth, expanding into a publishing platform, a podcast network, and a nation-wide tour. With a new name, they continue to focus on centering black voices and providing spaces for those who feel like outsiders in mainstream Christian spaces.
We spoke to The Witness President, Jemar Tisby, and Creative Director, Aadam Keeley, about the challenges of creating a safe space that is also open to all.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity. The full interview is available to listen to above.
Is there a particular place that you guys have felt the most known or understood?
Jemar Tisby: You know, it’s going to sound weird to a lot of people, but moving down south for me has been an extended pilgrimage. I was always cognizant of racial…
