Discord: A First-Gen Filipino American’s Perspective on Race

A few years ago, I planned a beach day with friends to escape the summer heat of the San Fernando Valley. While deliberating, one of them mentioned that he was in urgent need of a tan. I was flabbergasted. I had no idea why people would want to get darker. I thought the lighter your […]

Racism, Rioting & Community Leadership

In May, Dr. Iorg invited his pastor, Dr. Brian Kennedy, onto his podcast to discuss racial tensions in America. Dr. Kennedy is senior pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ontario, California, and Gateway alumni. He previously served for eleven years as Los Angeles area director of Prison Fellowship, a ministry dedicated to bringing the […]