412. Resisting Christian Supremacy with Shameless Theology

The New Evangelicals Podcast

Tim Whitaker

News, Religion & Spirituality, Politics, Christianity

4.7 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 12 January 2026

⏱️ 60 minutes

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In today's episode, Tim Whitaker speaks with Reverend Alba Onofrio, a queer Appalachian Latinx public theologian and activist, shares their journey of faith, identity, and activism. They discuss the intersections of their upbringing, the evolution of their beliefs, and the importance of reclaiming Christianity from the grips of white Christian supremacy. Connect with Rev Alba: Soulforce.org Reverendsex.com Chapters 06:05 The Intersection of Identity and Faith 12:02 Evolving Perspectives on Christianity 24:03 Understanding White Christian Supremacy 35:46 The Importance of Community and Healing 41:49 Soulforce and Its Mission ____________________________________________________ TNE Podcast hosts thought-provoking conversations at the intersection of faith, politics, and justice. We’re part of the New Evangelical’s 501c3 nonprofit that rejects Christian Nationalism and builds a better path forward, rooted in Jesus and centered on justice. If ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you'd like to support our work or get involved, visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thenewevangelicals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals This show is produced by Josh Gilbert Media | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joshgilbertmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:23.2	I don't know, it's January, so we're kicking off the New Year's Strong. I have Reverend Alba on the show.
1:29.6	They are a queer Appalachian, Latinx, public theologian, evangelical pastor, and human rights activists.
1:36.4	Yeah, this is a doozy of a conversation. It was such a pleasure to talk to Reverend Alba.
1:41.7	What a wonderful conversation. They're going to unpack their story on the podcast, talk about all the different intersections that they live in and what it means to be Christian in 2026 now. And this is going to be a thought-provoking conversation. I'm just going to let you know. I think you're really going to enjoy the conversation. As always, friends, thank you so much for being here. Please make sure to give this episode a rating and a review.
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