Rest is Resistance | Episode 6
JULY 20, 2026
“Rest is Resistance”
What does faithful leadership look like when the world keeps asking for more?
How do we care for ourselves, our communities, and our calling without becoming depleted in the process?
In this powerful episode of Back Talk, Live from the Movement, Dr. Maisha Handy and Bishop Vanessa Brown explore why rest, boundaries, and community are not distractions from the work of justice—they are essential to it.
Dr. Handy and Bishop Brown explore…
Why learning to say "no" is an act of faithful leadership that creates space for healing, sustainability, and trust in God's provision
How Black women, LGBTQIA+ communities, and faith leaders navigate burnout, systemic oppression, and healthcare inequities while continuing to lead with courage and compassion
Why community, collective care, and rest are theological practices that help us resist exhaustion, reclaim our humanity, and become our fullest selves