amen

thank you for that

amen

hi Michael

very true

thank you for sharing

a lot of background noise. I can barely hear

I will say I’m somewhat guilty of that...

How do you engage with someone that does look different than you on a practical level?

I usually start with hello but after the initial greeting I’m usually comfortable talking to anyone regardless of color

I like to find a commonality, maybe a hobby, something we both like or somewhere we've traveled to. It may take some small talk, but you'll find something that hits. It's important to remember that you do not have to establish a deep relationship during your first engagements, allow that relationship to develop in a natural and gradual way. The engagement is what opens doors to learn from eachother. That's what I shoot for

I definitely resonate with that 100%. people have asked me if I know people after talking with others because I’m so friendly. it’s usually better for me if I know someone in the room

never heard of that show sorry

I have to jump on another meeting. thank you all!

This has been powerful. I need to leave too. be bridges!!

Goodnight Joel thanks for sharing

My mom actually used to ask me where my black friends were.

I definitely hear you omg

I am so sorry, Cassie!

Thanks Erika, Love u Sis

The crazy thing about my experience was that I was driving my dads Cadillac and these reason they really pulled me over was because the "plates" didn't add up. Which I told them it was my fathers. the first cop was polite and I was extremely polite on my part. But a second cop pulled up quickly and approached my car with his hand on his gun and came to my window and told me to put my hands up and to not make any sudden movements he opened my door and took me out. He was the one that cuffed me and had me at first standing up but then face down. They searched my car for drugs and weapons. I ended up having my dad call them to verify it was his and that it wasn't stolen. The first cop to me didn't treat me any kind of way but when the second officer approached he just went with the flow and didn't say anything. I think that's a issue in itself. Someone whites recognize something is wrong but because of another they wont step up out of fear, But as Kim said it's time we stand up even if it cost us.

Ted, I have a question

I never really made much of the situation cause in my mind it is what it is and I cant change anything like cassie said "because they can."

Approach is everything

Sorry guys, I've got to drop...I'm at my son's house...we have a new grandson that just came home today

Awww bye Rick

Bye Rick! and yayyy babies!

Thanks everyone for sharing your stories. My heart is all with you. Thank you Sonya Smith for joining.

Lauren! Tell Mercy to wave, lol.

Yes, see you tomorrow Sonya Smith. Thanks everyone.

Ted, thank you for bringing this platform

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Thank you all for sharing! It was very moving & touching! Love you lots!!

Thank you Spencer. God bless you brother

Thank you for this call, thank you all for sharing and being apart of change. God Bless, goodnight

God Bless You and Michael.

thank you for sharing everyone. we appreciate the opportunity to participate.

Thank you so much brothers and sisters in Christ!

And its only 28 days

29 days on a leap year

Hey guys I love the talks and the open conversations. I believe the time is now for the church to act. I love you guys we are all one unto to Christ! God bless you all. Goodnight

Goodnight Austin

My wife grew up in Tulsa and was never taught about the Tulsa Masacre

night brother

Goof night guys. God Bless you all. Thank you for setting up this platform.

Good night Rick! Thank you for sharing and expressing.

Amen Ray!

Good night everyone. I need to take care of my dad. This was a blessing to the Body of Christ! Thank you!!

Goodnight Spencer!

I will be going to bed now :( I really enjoyed listening to everyone. thank you for sharing and I’m going to hold onto this forever. God bless you all.

Love you Jaylen!

Good Night

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Thanks everybody for this very valuable start of what I hope to be a continuing discussion. Good night to all...

Good Night Dave

love y’all! very powerful session tonight!

loved this! goodnight everyone!

i love y’all! goodnight

Good Night Sam!

Goodnight Syd!

FOR CHANGE:1.Change starts with an individual2.Change is empowered by listening and learning first3.Change moves beyond wordsJames 1:22-25 - Being doers not just hearers of the truthChange happen when we live out what we believe.4.Change is intentional – what does that look like

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This whole conversation can be a series

Aww Michael and Lauren! So cute

it seriously could!

ted will "soon" be a older white gentleman

I’m tired and gotta be up for work early. Thanks for the conversation tonight guys. May the Lord bless and keep you all. Night!

Good Night Chris!

That you 75% (insert a country in Africa) lol

you can copy this chat - tap the three dots - the resources sited can be looked up

Ray Baker - call or email me anytime. RayBaker@rlbproductions.com - 972-461-0857

You can genuinely stand in petitions, donate and make change from home! Stay educated by the Bible and who Jesus is alongside the culture of your POC brothers and sisters

CAN I COME?!!!!

I know Same!

amen

Table for 4 please

obedience is key!!

5!!!!

Praise the Lord!!

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PROXIMITY, AFFINITY, and.....

6

I’m in!

absolutely!!! So table for 6????

Lets just rent out the entire coffee shop lol - reserve the whole space for 7 people

The Vive!!!!

spirituality

Party of 7+ lol

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Adrienne - the request has been made! Go ahead and drop your contact info, lol. We all want coffee with you

#work

#racialreconciliation

#change

Praise God, Family!! We can make it happen!

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This is the first time in a week that my anxiety has subsided and my stomach has settled!

that's amazing Kim!!! We love you, and are so very grateful to have you and your happy feet in our lives

3 Friendship ingredients:• Proximity – live or work near each other (often not happening)• Affinity – shared experiences and interests (not there)• Spirituality – JesusMany people of difference ethnicity and cultures do not have 1 & 2 – that is often why many don’t have friends or relationships with people of color or who are white. But the 3rd one overrides the other two – Jesus makes us ONE!2 Corinthians 13:11 Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.

I would have had no clue.

See I am learning too y'all

#attitudeproblem

Thank you Lauren and Michael! Love y'all, too!

LOVE YOU GUYS

Love you all. Thank you for sharing, and I look forward to more conversations like this ❤️❤️❤️