The Mile Project
Charlotte, NC
EP1 - Committing to unity
In this first episode of The Mile Project, we will hear from John and Willis Draughn Jr. aka Big Red The Voice. They are both local business owners in west Charlotte, and are good friends who have spent the past few years collaborating to help their community flourish.
EP2 - Worlds (Not So) Apart
In the second episode of The Mile Project, we meet Charles and Femi. They have worked in multicultural ministry together for years, Charles as a pastor and Femi as an elder. As they walk side by side through the West Charlotte community they serve, Charles and Femi talk through their different upbringings as an African American and a Nigerian, what it means to be a bridge in a multicultural context, and what it takes to be an instrument of change in our community.
EP3 - Similarities & Differences
Similarities & Differences walks alongside Barbara and Elizabeth. Barbara is Elizabeth's mentor, but they are also dear friends. The conversations are honest, hard and hopeful.
EP4 - BROTHERS
In The Mile Episode 4, Brothers, we meet Pastor Chuck and Reverend Larry Whitley. Though these two come from different backgrounds and denominations, they have cultivated an unforgettable friendship over the years. They have an important call to the church.