In Pennsylvania’s capital city of Harrisburg, there’s a thriving church that’s defying norms. It’s conservative theologically—in their understanding and interpretation of Scripture—but it’s one of the most internationally and racially diverse congregations in the state. As you might expect, Sunday mornings are anything but traditional. In this episode, Joe tackles a challenge first issued by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—to end the segregated Sunday experience of most American churches.
GUEST: Mike Leonzo, Lead Pastor of Living Water Community Church
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State of Independence: Rising Statesman
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