Xolani Kacela & Carolyn Wilkins

Take On Faith – May 22, 2021

Xolani Kacela and Carolyn Wilkins, the co-hosts of Take On Faith on KTAL-LP 101.5, had a spirited conversation. They updated listeners on the developments in their ministries during the pandemic. Kacela serves as Minister, Unitarian Universalist Church of Las Cruces. Wilkins serves as the lead minister, Inspirational Ministries, also based in Las Cruces.

Also, they discussed many contemporary concerns on the spiritual landscape. Of note, was the pandemic’s impact on their congregations and the greater Las Cruces community. Additionally, they shared reactions to the recent interfaith gathering at the S. New Mexico Islamic Center and their hopes for upcoming multi-faith events. Together, Kacela and Wilkins unpacked topics that affects the listening audience.

Importantly, Revs. Kacela and Wilkins delved in the impact of the big three. They include: the George Floyd verdict, Pres. Biden’s election, and the U.S. Capitol insurrection. Also, the conversation focused on how faith intersects with politics. Lastly, they honed in how to disrupt white supremacy culture and reuniting the nation.