CHURCH ON THE BLOCK
CHURCH ON THE BLOCK
About the Show
Hosted by veteran youth and young adults pastor Pastor Phil Jackson, Pasta J, and DJ Ruckus, Church on the Block explores the needed and complicated bridge that the local church has to be a light to the street. The show engages in all-encompassing discussions and theological breakdowns of hip-hop and street culture and how the church can be salt and light to both – delivering hope.
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On this episode of Church on The Block the crew discusses the toxic impact Donald Trump had on the January 6 insurrection and the country during his tumultuous presidency. How did race play a part in the Christian political divide during his term? And could we be heading towards another civil war as a result? […] […]
What is the prosperity gospel? How does it impact the church community? What does prosperity actually look like in the church community? The crew has an open discussion about celebrity preachers, mega-churches, and the prostitution of the gospel on this episode of Church on the Block. Tune in every Sunday at 10 am est. for […] […]
What should the Christian response be to the LGBTQ+ community? Pastor Phil, Pastah J and DJ Ruckus discuss the fear of inclusion in the church and the impact it has on children who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans(gender), and queer. Hear the real-life stories of two young people who were raised Christian and their […] […]
Does the media have a history of portraying Black folks negatively? And what are the psychological effects of stereotypes in entertainment on the youth? Special guest DJ Rock On joins the crew as they examine the effects of media on the way the church approaches street ministry and how that lack of empathy alienates the […] […]
Chicago MC Thre joins Church on the block for a discussion on the harsh reality of the streets, growing up in the hood, doing time in prison, trauma recovery and the importance of living in the communities we serve. Join Pastor Phil, Pastah J and DJ Ruckus Sunday mornings at 10 AM EST./9 AM CST. […] […]
Has the church done enough to support the men in our communities? Championship Fathering Author, Carey Casey sits down with Pastor Phil, Pastah J and Ruckus to discuss the role of the church in empowering and supporting our men as fathers and father figures, the importance of the father for the girl child and how […] […]
Pastor Phil, Pastah J, and DJ Rukus discuss trusting in the church vs trusting in God and what to do when you don't know what to do! Are we choosing religious rules over a relationship with the community? And how do we preach the gospel and reach the people in the ever-changing landscape that is […] […]
Christian Hip Hop artist Aasha Marie joins the crew for an insightful and vibrant conversation. If you missed it live, you can catch the podcast. […]
Church on the Block explores the needed and complicated bridge that the local church has to be a light to the street. We are making some past shows available via podcast. […]
