In this conversation, Teer Hardy and Jason Micheli talk with Holly Berkley Fletcher about her experiences as a missionary kid and her insights into white evangelicalism.
Holly explores the complexities of race, politics, and the narratives surrounding forgiveness and American exceptionalism within the evangelical community. Holly emphasizes the need for accountability in the missionary movement and reflects on the fears and challenges faced by evangelicals today. The discussion also touches on the differences between evangelical and mainline churches, highlighting the importance of communal repentance and understanding the historical context of these faith traditions.
Holly Berkley Fletcher is a historian, essayist, and former intelligence analyst. She was raised in Kenya by missionary parents. She earned a PhD in American history and taught in universities for several years before being hired as an Africa analyst by the Central Intelligence Agency, where she worked for nineteen years. She lives in the Washington, DC, area with her husband, two kids, and dog.
