How Do We Build Multicultural Congregations? | Episode 247

About this sermon

Why is Sunday morning still one of the most segregated times in America—and what can the church do about it? On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Dr. David K. Bernard addresses this enduring challenge and shares practical, biblical guidance on how churches can become truly multicultural, welcoming communities that reflect the unity of the body of Christ. Drawing from his experience as a pastor and church planter in Austin, Texas, as well as his years of leadership within the United Pentecostal Church International, Dr. Bernard offers practical, biblical insight for church leaders and individual believers alike. This discussion explores: • Why multicultural ministry matters in today’s church • How church culture, leadership, and attitudes shape inclusivity • Practical steps congregations can take to help every person feel welcomed, valued, and connected Whether you are a pastor, ministry leader, or church member, this episode provides meaningful guidance on reflecting the unity and diversity of the body of Christ in the local church. Resources mentioned in this episode include: • UPCI Statements Archive - https://upci.org/statements-archive/ • 2023 Senior Pastor Survey Results, available at https://upci.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2023-Senior-Pastor-Survey-Results.pdf • _Anchor Points_ by Dr. David K. Bernard, available at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/anchor-points Visit https://pentecostalpublishing.com/collections/david-k-bernard to shop Dr. Bernard's full catalog of published works. Enter promo code *DKB10* at checkout to save 10 percent on your order. If you enjoyed this video, keep in touch with Dr. Bernard on social media and subscribe to this channel for more content. ============================ Connect With Dr. David K. Bernard: ============================ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidkbernard.upci Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkbernardupci X: https://twitter.com/davidkbernard ===================================== Listen to Apostolic Life in the 21st Century on: ===================================== Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apostolic-life-in-the-21st-century/id1569404833 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/29oEKyZAXievg3dyzdA63s?si=b7bdae8624774c61 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5f9050c9-d2f3-440a-a7f4-184efcea0d13/apostolic-life-in-the-21st-century #MulticulturalChurch #ChurchUnity #ApostolicLife #DavidKBernard #ChristianLeadership #PentecostalChurch #UPCI #MLKDay #DiversityInTheChurch #BodyOfChrist

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• The Church