John Siebeling is the founding and senior pastor of The Life Church based in Memphis, Tennessee, a thriving, diverse body of believers committed to serving people, developing leaders, and impacting generations. John serves as a founding board member of the Association of Related Churches and is the author of several books, including Fresh Start with God and Worry Free Finances. He and his wife, Leslie, live in Memphis, Tennessee and serve together with their two adult children, Anna and Mark. Wayne Francis leads the New York City location of The Life Church and was the founder and lead pastor of the former Authentic Church, which merged with The Life Church in early 2020. Wayne and his wife, Claudene, have been married for twenty years and have two beautiful teenage daughters, Haleigh and Ryleigh.
John and Wayne are trustworthy guides, fleshing out these ideas on the front lines, every day. Not only do they tell us unity is possible, they show us how to undertake the journey. If you want to be part of the answer, this book is for you. --Christine Caine, founder of A21 and Propel Women Wayne and John have stepped into the middle of our extreme racial tension with stunning clarity. They're showing us how to initiate conversations that help us find answers together. I can't wait to see the impact their perspectives have on how the world approaches God and race. --Tauren Wells, Grammy-nominated Christian music artist and Dove Award winner Pastors Wayne and John model what it means to live and lead within the beauty of unified diversity - there's no stronger pairing to bring such an amazing book to the world to guide the rest of us! --Dr. Mike Burnette, Pastor of the LifePoint Church, author of Parable Church Preaching on race right now feels like tap dancing through a minefield. But Wayne Francis is the best dancer I know. Wayne and John Siebeling chart a courageous course of practical STEPS in this crucial area of modern discipleship. Open your hands, open your heart, and open this outstanding book!--Tim Lucas, founder and lead pastor of Liquid Church, author of Liquid Church While flexing both essential muscles of conviction and compassion, Wayne and John provide a resource that is not only helpful, but also hopeful, for all who wish to see dividing walls be brought down among God's beautifully diverse family.--Scott Sauls, senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church and author of A Gentle Answer and Beautiful People Don't Just Happen