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Immigration is a hot-button topic, now and throughout human history. In this first of a series of blog posts on immigration, I focus on helpful—and unhelpful—language. Current Events, Ancient History You would have to be living as a hermit not … Continue reading
It is Pride season. Marsha P. Johnson, Bayard Rustin, and Maya Angelou are all queer activists who lived out their faith. Check out this post for ideas on how to talk about them in CYF programs. Faithful Queer Leaders June … Continue reading
As he said in Nazareth, Jesus came for people who are marginalized and disempowered. In our own thinking, speaking, and teaching, we must emphasize people’s dignity over their disabilities. In this Epiphany season, Jesus has been revealed as God’s beloved … Continue reading
John’s voice calls us to a baptism of repentance and justice. God’s voice reveals Jesus as the Beloved. Where do we see and hear Jesus today? The Challenge of Epiphany Many (most?) Protestant churches do not have a special worship … Continue reading
In a time of suffering, God gives the people a promise of good things to come. God will reverse their oppression, bringing justice and shalom. Exile and Return Overall, life has sucked for God’s people up to the point of … Continue reading
In response to God’s provision of a son, Hannah proclaims a great reversal in our world: a change from our way of power over others to God’s way of love and service, especially toward people in need. Since Last Week … Continue reading
God created us to love. From the foundation of God’s unconditional love for us, God calls us to love and worship God and serve and pursue justice for the people around us. Created to Care As you may or may … Continue reading
This Pride Month and every month, let’s emphasize that ALL people, regardless of differences, are created in God’s image. It is our moral obligation to treat all people–including ourselves–with full dignity and love. Created in God’s Image Each summer, I … Continue reading
Peter and John encounter a man, disabled from birth, at the temple. Empowered by the Spirit, they heal him so that he doesn’t need to rely on almsgiving but can support himself with work. Jesus’ Commission for the Apostles Last … Continue reading
Before Jesus reaches Jerusalem for his triumphal entry, the Gospel of Mark includes three distinct but related stories. What binds these stories together is service: love in action that puts the well-being of others above yourself. Called to Service During … Continue reading