On this week's episode we discuss Pastor Marvin Sapp's viral video instructing ushers to lock the doors of the church as he was also asking his congregation to give a $40,000 offering. We explore how this can be triggering to people who have witnessed finical abuse in the church, but how the act of tithing and offering is and act of faith that we can still practice. The nuance: how do we practice our rituals while also holding our pastors accountable to better practices?

What's on the Agenda? is a podcast created to center on and celebrate Black women. It explores topics like wellness, community, religion, misogynoir, and the nuances of our lived experiences. Made by Black girls for Black girls, hosts Raven Martin and Morgan Moore dive into hot topics centered around Black women with nuance and intention. Each conversational and thought-provoking episode fosters a welcoming, intellectually stimulating space for meaningful dialogue.

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00:00 Navigating Life's Challenges
02:59 The Evolving Concept of Responsibility
05:58 Social Issues Impacting Black Women
09:05 Financial Dynamics in the Black Church
11:58 Cultural Nuances in Church Conversations
15:04 Tithing and Its Implications
17:46 Faith, Money, and Modern Society
23:12 The Struggle with Institutional Faith
26:40 Financial Responsibility and Church Giving
30:35 The Role of Education in Church Leadership
37:03 Empowering Black Women in Faith
41:10 The Future of the Black Church