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Above the Noise A podcast at the intersection of faith, race and reconciliation.

We discuss historical challenges race and culture have played in spirtual leaders finding a common ground to achieve true community.

31/10/2024
Happy to be the moderator for the City of Auburn, WA’s Community sessions. We have 3 more sessions to go:Thursday, Octob...
17/10/2024

Happy to be the moderator for the City of Auburn, WA’s Community sessions. We have 3 more sessions to go:

Thursday, October 17th at 5:30-8:00 PM (Pioneer Elementary School)
Tuesday, October 22nd at 5:30-8:00 PM (Mount Baker Middle School)
Thursday, October 24th at 5:30-8:00 PM (Chinook Elementary School)

See the city’s website for more details.

14/10/2024

Episode 60: Global Elections in 2024: The World is Voting is now available for download. Over 64 countries are having elections this year and the experts are not picking them all correctly. Checkout the soundbite below and then listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast site.

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08/10/2024

If you like the podcast and would like to support it Buy Me a Coffee

Above Noise is a podcast about faith, race, and reconciliation, i.e. how to live together in harmony regardless of where we are from, whether or not we worship, and loving our neighbor as ourselves. Y

So much to learn at the BACPAC Prostate Cancer Symposium.
05/10/2024

So much to learn at the BACPAC Prostate Cancer Symposium.

As we celebrate the 4th of July, we took a walk to The Tacoma Chinese Reconciliation Park commemorates the 1885 forced e...
07/07/2024

As we celebrate the 4th of July, we took a walk to The Tacoma Chinese Reconciliation Park commemorates the 1885 forced expulsion of Chinese people from the city of Tacoma , Washington. On November 30, 1993, the City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 32415 to acknowledge that the 1885 expulsion was “a most reprehensible occurrence.”

28/05/2024

As a person of faith, how has your faith helped you find common ground on which to have a good conversation on reconciliation?

24/05/2024

Above the Noise is designed to tackle the complexities of faith, race, and reconciliation and simplify topics down to ways that people of faith can and have used to find common ground in reconciliation conversations.

Listen to the conversations for yourself and let me know what you think!

https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

15/05/2024

Faith leaders need to bring order to the intersection of race and reconciliation. We need to set the example of rising above differences to find common ground through reconciliation.

Listen in and learn from different perspectives through our conversations!

https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com

25/04/2024

Society can't move forward without common ground. Above the Noise recognizes that much of the reconciliation needed in society today can be found at the intersection of faith and race.

Listen to Above the Noise here: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

19/04/2024

Assimilation in a church causes people of a different culture to drop their heritage and traditions to adopt the majority culture of worship. It is a stagnant atmosphere, causing minority cultures to either disappear or separate from the majority.

Integration in the church, on the other hand, is a vision that isn't so rigid that it can't see the beauty in other cultures. Common ground can be found while respecting the historical heritage and traditions of multiple cultures.

On the Above the Noise podcast, we discuss how faith leaders can build integrated communities rather than churches that force assimilation on minority cultures.

Listen in here: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

15/04/2024

People of faith should be leaders of reconciliation. We need to seek common ground that builds bridges with others to find common ground on the topics of faith and race. Above the Noise discusses the challenges that come with this responsibility.

Listen, learn, and participate with us as we move forward in our conversations about faith and race!

https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

11/04/2024

Oftentimes, people expect minority members to assimilate into their church culture instead of broadening their view of worshipping God. We aren't called to emulate anyone other than Christ. As long as Christ is the focus of our worship, service, and teaching, we can find ways to integrate different cultures into our churches.

Listen to more content on faith and race on the Above the Noise podcast here:

https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

31/03/2024

"Don't be afraid...He is not here. He has risen from the dead as He said He would...Jesus has risen from the dead..." Matthew 28:5-7.
May the hope of the risen Christ bring you peace and assurance today.

27/03/2024

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Race and faith are two topics that affect our core values, which affect our whole lives. Above the Noise is a podcast that seeks out the truth and common ground in these issues to bring reconciliation.

What do you think about Above the Noise? Leave a review and let us know!

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In the Above the Noise Podcast, we stand at the intersection of faith, race, and reconciliation. Historically issues of ...
21/03/2024

In the Above the Noise Podcast, we stand at the intersection of faith, race, and reconciliation. Historically issues of race and culture seem to get in the way of rising above differences to find common ground through reconciliation. We take the first step to find this common ground and create a space for reconciliation through real conversation.

Listen in to Above the Noise here: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

13/03/2024

The spiritual environment you were brought up in will have an effect on how you move forward with your life.

In the latest episode of Above the Noise, we address the value of spiritual inheritance.

Listen in here: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

08/03/2024

In this episode of Above the Noise, Phil Washington, CEO of the Denver International Airport, shares the profound influence his family had in steering his life towards a purpose greater than he could have imagined.

Listen in for his reflections on situational leadership and empathy within authority. Phil's success is a poignant testament to the enduring power of a mother's prayers and the spiritual inheritance that transcends material success.

Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts!

https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

People of faith should be the leaders of reconciliation in the community. How can we be reconciled spiritually without b...
28/02/2024

People of faith should be the leaders of reconciliation in the community. How can we be reconciled spiritually without being reconciled with other people? (Mark 12:30-31)

This month we reflect on the change that has come about as a result of many black contributors and the results of their ...
20/02/2024

This month we reflect on the change that has come about as a result of many black contributors and the results of their dedication to creating a better future for all.

What are some of your favorite quotes in black history?

Challenge and inspire your faith journey by listening in the latest episode of Above the Noise!In this episode, Dr. Sims...
15/02/2024

Challenge and inspire your faith journey by listening in the latest episode of Above the Noise!

In this episode, Dr. Sims and I dissect the historical roots of institutionalized racism in religious movements and contemplate the church's role in fostering genuine reconciliation. By examining how faith shapes societal issues like health and education, we shed light on the need for actionable equality, challenging religious institutions to practice what they preach and to rethink their role in perpetuating discriminatory norms.

Listen in here: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

Race and religion have a place in our society because they are oftentimes the cornerstones of our past, creating core va...
07/02/2024

Race and religion have a place in our society because they are oftentimes the cornerstones of our past, creating core values for generations to come. It's important to reconcile them both to move forward in the development of our culture.

Above the Noise Podcast seeks to find and reconcile the intersections between faith and race. Listen in as host Grantely Martelly interviews guests about their experiences and explores the different topics within our culture today that affect people groups and religious institutions.

Discover your new favorite podcast here: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/

30/01/2024

In this episode, you will get to listen in on my (Grantely Martelly's) story. Acting as cohost in this episode is Dr. Andre Sims. He delves into the depths of my narrative, exploring the profound impact of spirituality and the unexpected turns that have led to this point in my life.

The rhythm of Caribbean heritage beats at the heart of our discussion, where faith meets culture in a dance of delicate balance. The story of young musicians daring to weave reggae and Calypso into their worship is a symphony of struggle and triumph, resonating with a message of inclusivity and identity. Join us on a journey to a world where the sanctity of traditional practices is challenged, and the beauty of cultural authenticity shines through, striking chords with a congregation as diverse as the melodies they celebrate.

Don't miss this episode! Listen in wherever you listen to podcasts or visit my website: https://abovethenoise.buzzsprout.com/954145/14258406-grantley-martelly-resilient-journeys-in-faith-and-culture

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Good time celebrating at the 2023 Tacoma Urban League Gala and Awards Celebration last evening.
21/10/2023

Good time celebrating at the 2023 Tacoma Urban League Gala and Awards Celebration last evening.

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