In this episode, Osheta processes a challenging experience of racism and her struggle to respond as a peacemaker when she was already depleted. The conversation explores the importance of self-care, acknowledging our triggers, and building an ‘infrastructure of support’ to remain grounded amidst everyday conflicts and tension. Jer and Osheta emphasize the persistent presence of the Holy Spirit with us, the need for proactive preparation for difficult spaces, listening to our bodies, and how community is foundational to everyday peacemaking.

01:04 Osheta’s Shares an Encounter with Racism
07:46 Discerning when to walk away
10:06 Protecting the “other’s” belovedness
14:45 infrastructure of support
17:03 Preparing for difficult spaces
18:36 listening to our bodies
22:30 Resilience through the Spirit of God in us
27:18 A Gentle Invitation

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