Sandra Van Part 1

Tasha Jun Part 2

In this episode of The Cultural Christ, host J.W. Buck speaks with Tasha about her journey of rediscovering her cultural identity in Christ, navigating parenthood and cultural heritage, and finding community. Tasha also shares about her memoir, "Tell Me the Dream Again,".

Tasha Jun Part 1

In this episode of The Cultural Christ, host J.W. Buck sits down with Tasha June, a biracial Korean American author of Tell Me the Dream Again, to explore the complex intersection of faith and cultural identity. Tasha shares her unique story of growing up in a multicultural household, living in Tokyo during her formative years, and navigating the challenges of cultural reentry in the United States. She reflects on her journey of understanding her cultural identity as a follower of Jesus, the struggles of fitting into a predominantly white Christian context, and how her faith grew through these experiences. Together, they discuss the importance of recognizing and celebrating cultural differences within the Christian faith and how understanding one’s cultural identity is essential to an authentic relationship with God. Tune in for a compelling conversation about faith, culture, and belonging.

Terry Diener

In this episode of "The Cultural Christ," host J.W. Buck interviews Terry Diener, a retired Mennonite pastor from Goshen, Indiana. They explore the intersection of Anabaptist heritage and cultural identity, delving into the Mennonite commitment to peace, community, and Christ-centered living.

Sandra Van Part 2

In Part 2 of this interview we continue our conversation with Sandra, about her journey of cultural identity development. This episode delves into the intersections of faith, ethnicity, and social dynamics, emphasizing the importance of diverse friendships and self-awareness.

Sandra Van Part 1

Join us on The Cultural Christ as Sandra, a white Latina Pentecostal Christian from Chicago, shares her rich cultural background and faith journey. Discover how her Colombian-Argentinian heritage and experiences in diverse Chicago neighborhoods shaped her Christian identity and how she navigates the intersection of cultural and faith expressions.