In this episode of 'When Women Preach,' we engage with Rev. Ajung Sojwal, exploring her transformative journey in faith leadership. Rev. Sojwal shares her experiences in the Episcopal Church, navigating identity, and the importance of peer communities in sustaining faith leaders. The conversation highlights the challenges of being a woman of color in a predominantly white church, the significance of hospitality, and the ongoing journey of creating spaces for belonging and connection within the church community.
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Resources: https://www.isaacweb.org/post/faith-outside-the-lines

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Co-Hosts: Young Lee Hertig & Cris Otonari
Sound Producer: Joana Choi
Music: Paul Choi
ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org

Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC’S official stances; they belong to the guests.

In this episode of 'When Women Preach', Young & Cris engage with Russell Jeung, a sociologist and long-time advocate for the AAPI community. The conversation explores barriers to leadership, the need for institutional support, and the impact of toxic leadership styles. They emphasize the necessity of systemic change for gender equity and the importance of overcoming scarcity mentality within the community.
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Give to MayforHer: https://givebutter.com/supportpastoralab

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Co-Hosts: Young Lee Hertig & Cris Otonari
Sound Producer: Joana Choi
Music: Paul Choi
ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org

Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC’S official stances; they belong to the guests.

In this episode of When Women Preach, hosts Cris Otonari and Young Lee Hertig engage in a profound conversation with Adam Hendrix about the empowerment of AAPI women in faith leadership. They explore the intersection of art and faith, the challenges of resistance in empowering women leaders, and the importance of allyship in creating inclusive church communities. The discussion also highlights the financial and equity issues faced by women in ministry, the significance of investing in future leaders, and the need for diverse voices in church leadership.

Resources
Highway Church: https://www.highway.org/
Champion AAPI women: https://givebutter.com/supportpastoralab

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Co-Hosts: Young Lee Hertig & Cris Otonari
Sound Producer: Joana Choi
Music: Paul Choi
ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org

Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC’S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.