United in Faith
Embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Church
By Dr. Layne McDonald, Ph.D.
 
✝️ One Body. Many Members. One Mission.
In a divided world, the Church has a sacred opportunity — and responsibility — to lead with love. United in Faith is a groundbreaking call to action for pastors, leaders, and believers who long to see the Church become a reflection of heaven itself: diverse, compassionate, and united in Christ.
 
Written by Dr. Layne McDonald, Ph.D., this book blends biblical truth, modern psychology, and real-life storytelling to help churches and Christians bridge the gaps that divide us — racial, generational, cultural, and denominational.
 
“Unity doesn’t mean uniformity — it means harmony through holiness.”
— Dr. Layne McDonald
 
💡 Inside This Transformative Book
Discover God’s Blueprint for Unity – How Scripture calls the Church to embrace every tribe, tongue, and nation as one body.
Heal Through Empathy and Understanding – Practical ways to listen, learn, and lead with compassion in complex times.
Rebuild Bridges Within the Body of Christ – Tools to foster inclusion, belonging, and restoration in your congregation or organization.
Overcome Division with Forgiveness and Faith – Biblical principles to uproot bitterness and cultivate reconciliation.
Lead with Grace and Conviction – How pastors and Christian leaders can model humility, love, and cultural intelligence in ministry.
 
Drawing from the story of the Johnson family’s journey of forgiveness and healing, Dr. McDonald shows how God can turn pain into purpose and division into divine destiny.
 
🙌 For the Modern Church and Faith-Based Leaders
This book is designed for:
Pastors and church leaders rebuilding trust and unity within their communities.
Faith-driven entrepreneurs and executives seeking to model Christlike leadership in diverse environments.
Small groups, ministries, and Christian universities exploring DEI through a biblical lens.
Believers everywhere who desire to see the Church lead with grace, inclusion, and unshakable faith.
 
❤️ About the Author
 
Dr. Layne McDonald, Ph.D., is a filmmaker, author, and dual-doctorate scholar in Communications and Leadership. With decades of experience in ministry, media, and organizational transformation, he empowers churches and Christian leaders worldwide to combine creativity, compassion, and Christ-centered leadership to heal a fractured world.
 
Learn more at www.LayneMcDonald.com or www.FAMemphis.org.
 
🌈 A Call to a Higher Standard
Unity is not a trend — it’s a testament.
It’s time for the Church to lead the world in love, equity, and grace.
 
👉 Get your copy of United in Faith today and learn how to build bridges, embrace differences, and embody the true heart of Jesus in a divided world.