Church On The Block

On this episode of Church on the Block, we talk with Bishop Lance Davis and LaNiece Thomas Flagg of SankofaUS.com, specialist in group travel to Ghana, West Africa. We discuss the cultural impact of Hip Hop, the miseducation of White evangelical missionaries and healing the generational wounds of the transatlantic slave trade.  To learn more about the agency and/or inquire about making the pilgrim...

In continuing with our Black History celebration, we talk with Global Speaker, Social Impact Engineer and Justice Informed CEO Xavier Ramey about the cultural relevance of visiting Africa, and how it can heal the generational trauma of chattel slavery.   For more information on our guest, Xavier Ramey, visit his website www.xavierramey.com and be sure to tune in to Church on the Block every Sunday...

As a Black American, have you ever felt a sense of disconnection from your roots and culture? Have you ever considered traveling to Africa to reconnect with your ancestral home?  In this episode, Journalist and host of MTV's docuseries True Life Crime, Dometi Pong discusses the importance of traveling to Africa and the impact it can have on one's sense of identity and community within the African...

In this episode of the "Church on the Block" podcast, Pastor Phil, DJ Ruckus and Visual Artist, Hayman Cross III, discuss their recent trip to Ghana and the importance of exploring African heritage and culture. They share their personal experiences and reflections on the trip, including the impact it had on their identity as African Americans. The hosts also discuss the commercialization of Christ...

In this podcast episode, the hosts of "Church on the Block" on Holy Culture Radio discuss Christmas traditions and their significance, as well as the commercialization of the holiday. They also share insights from their recent trip to Israel and the dynamics of Christ's time. The hosts encourage listeners to prioritize family and community over materialism and consumerism and to seek a deeper unde...

This episode is all about church and culture. Pastor Tommy is a former artist and pastor with significant views on Hip-hop and ministry. Listen to the crew dives deep into a conversation of what it means to follow your purpose even in an unsupportive environment. Be sure to like and comment on the episode. We would love to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

The crew sits down with African Theologian Dr. Vince Bantu, who is an educator at Meachum School of Haymanot. They examine the understanding of faith and belief through an African Theological perspective. The conversation explores the benefits of learning about faith & God through different religious backgrounds without fully agreeing with them. God is many things. He has made everyone to be diffe...

How do context and European Epistemology color our lenses when studying and teaching scripture? We are having an in-depth discussion on the parable of the ten talents to understand how cultural dynamics impact our view of scripture. Please leave a comment and let us know your thoughts. And remember to tune in to Church on the Block every Sunday at 10 am est. | 9 am cst. on Holy Culture Radio Siriu...

On this episode of Church on The Block, the crew discuss what it means to understand the context of scripture. Scriptures are translated from many perspectives which has an impact on how someone receives the message. Although, the message may have uncomfortable realities that are considered, it's these types of scriptures that may be more helpful than not. Be sure to catch all new episodes of Chur...

On this episode of Church on the Block, guests David Goldenberg, Midwest Director of the Anti-Defamation League, and Rabbi Lizzi Heydemann, founder of Mishkan Chicago a Jewish spiritual community drop in to discuss the impact of Kyrie Irving and Ye the artist FKA Kanye Wests controversial comments on the white Jewish community.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Phil has been at the forefront of the CHH community for years working with youth to spread the love of Christ. On this episode COTB producer Colleen interviews host, Pastor Phil Jackson of The Firehouse Community Arts Center to discuss his violence intervention and interruption programs and their impact on the Lawndale, Greater Chicago community.   To find out more about Pastors Phil’s mini...

Pastor Phil got the chance to sit down with the legendary Soup the Chemist to talk about Christian Hip Hop history, what prompted him to pick up the microphone, and his faith journey at the 2022 Flavor Fest Conference.   If you want to learn more about the history of Christian Hip Hop be sure to check out Thru My Windows, The History of Holy Hip an audiobook by Soup the Chemist when it drops. You...

At the 2022 Flavor Fest conference, Pastor Phil had a chance to sit down with Cruz Cordero from the legendary Cross Movement for a discussion on faith and culturally relevant Christian Hip Hop to meet the needs of the times. Join Pastor Phil, Pastah J, and DJ Ruckus for Church on the Block every Sunday at 10 am est. on Holy Culture Radio Sirius XM, Channel 154. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

During the 2022 Flavor Fest celebration and conference, Pastor Phil had a chance to talk to one of the legends of the genre Da Truth, who now goes by his given name Emanuel. His listeners know him as an artist, but Emanuel also has a ministry and he is sharing the lessons he’s learned on his journey and the evolution of his faith with us.  Pastor Phil has been in the CHH space for some 20-plus yea...

Artists and educators Haman Cross III and Lavie Raven join Church on the Block for an in-depth conversation on the origins of graffiti, the criminalization of graffiti, and the impact of graffiti in the community and on education.  Tune in Sunday mornings at 10 am est. to Church on the Block, real talk about the church, the streets, and hip hop! Only on Holy Culture Radio, Sirius XM, Channel 154....

Has the DJ become irrelevant in today’s Hip Hop? Or did the industry engineer a divide and conquer on the elements of Hip Hop? Special guest DJ Rock On joins Church on The Block for a discussion about the art of turntablism and its impact on the culture.   We have to keep the culture alive and teach the next generation the art of turntablism to keep hip-hop alive. You can listen to Church on the B...

World renowned break dancer Jarius King AKA Man of God sits down with Church on the Block to talk the evolution of breaking. From the block to being a worldwide phenomenon, we’ve seen the four physical elements of hip hop change the face of music.   Next year breaking is taking over the world stage. What started out as international competitions has now turned into an official Olympic sport. Just...

Founding member of the L. A. CHH supergroup Gospel Gangstaz; Chille Baby drops in on Church on The Block with Pastor Phil, Pastah J and DJ Ruckus to share his testimony and why street ministry is so important today. Growing up in the gang ridden streets of Los Angeles, Chille recalls meeting Mr. Solo and how he ministered to him eventually leading him to getting saved as well.   He goes on to shar...

On this episode of Church on The Block, the crew discuss the 8 Keys of Christian Community Development and the holistic approach their respective ministries use to rebuild their neighborhoods. Get to know your hosts and how they use street ministry and the arts to impact the youth of Chicago. Join Church on The Block every Sunday at 10 am est. on Holy Culture Radio, Sirius XM Channel 154.   Learn...

Over 30 authors wrote the books that make up the bible over the course of 1500 years. Is it possible that the bible contains errors or mistakes? Pastor Phil and Pastah J discuss the impact of context, culture and the historic narrative that makes up the various translations of the bible and how to study scripture with difference versions and finding the one that resonates with you personally.  Tun...

On this episode of Church on The Block we have an in-depth conversation about the origins of the culture with Hip Hop legend and CHH pioneer Kurtis Blow. Hear his story; how he found God during the peak of his career, his advice to up-and-coming artists, the current state of Hip Hop, his life changing health scare and his personal covenant with God. Tune in Sunday mornings at 10 am est. for real t...

On this episode of Church on The Block, the crew examines The Gospel; it's relevance in the 21st century, it's impact on the Hip Hop community, how believers can apply it to our daily lives and how to share the good news with love instead of fearmongering. Tune in every Sunday morning at 10 est. / 9cst. to Church on The Block, only on Holy Culture Radio, Sirius XM, Channel 154! Learn more about yo...

On this episode of Church on the Block we have a candid discussion on the stigma of mental health and the church. Is the church guilty of demonizing mental health? If not, how can the church support those who struggle with mental health and may need therapy?   Organizer and Founder of the café; Coffee, Hip Hop and Mental Heath, Christopher LeMark stops by to share his story of how God used therapy...

How does your race and ethnicity impact your faith? Has Evangelical Christianity disregarded the struggle of black and brown people?  Is that why so many Black and Latino people are leaving Christianity for other religions?   And just what is the appeal of The Black Hebrew Israelites, Islam, The 5 Percenters and Jehovah Witnesses?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How has technology impacted Church and ministry? Is there a difference between going to church and being the church. What about attending church online versus being active in a church?  One this episode the crew talks church post covid, engaging the community and what it means to do life together as a church family.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices