Working With Folks From Latino Culture: Understanding their Christian Faith and Woke Influences

The Latino church, historically of conservative Catholic and Protestant faith, has been experiencing significant changes in modern times.  Liberation theology has been trying to influence the Latino church for a long time despite its strong fundamental roots in Scripture. Manny Elias has studied Missiology, preached in various locations, and also served as a missionary in Mexico. Kat Elias is a licensed clinical social worker of multi-racial heritage raised in Black Mexican culture. She has worked in medical social work in various roles, and currently works as a mental health educator for women, and co-hosts a Christian podcast with Manny. Together, the husband wife team will discuss how socio-political influences and different worldviews entered the church and how faith perspectives seem to have shifted for many Latino Christians. Manny and Kat will also discuss some cultural considerations when working with clients of Latino culture to help build better rapport and in applying to their practice. What is Diverse Discussions?

• Live Discussions for Christian helping professionals and students; conversations, interviews, and Q & A with experts and professionals.
• Topics include working with diverse populations and challenging issues from a Christian worldview.
• Focus is on integrating faith and practice to increase skills, knowledge, and ability to effectively engage and serve others in pluralistic contexts.