Tag: Black Lives Matter
The point of the scissors
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The Rev. Sondra Willobee reflects on police and protesters as she re-assembles a pair of kitchen scissors. She says, “We should look for the things that hold us together.”
Lawson affirms Black Lives Matter
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The Rev. James Lawson calls Black Lives Matter a religious movement surrounding the families of George Floyd, Trayvon Martin, and others with a ministry of healing and empowerment.
Pastors with a badge advance reform
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United Methodist police chaplains and pastors who serve in law enforcement discuss what changes might help both officers and the people they serve and protect.
‘Good vibes’ at Wesley at U of M
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In this Wesley Foundation Highlight, we learn how Wesley at University of Michigan is equipping bold and effective leaders for service to church and community.
Standing in solidarity
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Diane Johnson grew up in Detroit during the civil rights era. She now supports young activists.
Wesley believed Black Lives Matter
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Calling himself, “a white, middle-aged man who is an elder in the UMC,” Steve Manskar examines his racial biases.
It’s time to ‘unbless violence’
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Civil Rights leader Rev. James Lawson continues to dream and to encourage action toward a nonviolent nation.
Empathy isn’t enough
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In his blog, DS Castings, Rev. Bill Haggard calls out white privilege and asserts, “Black Lives Matter.”
Hearts break again
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A letter to the Michigan Area and the nation addressing the loss of life suffered in Dallas, Louisiana and Minnesota.
Black Lives Matter
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Members of the Black Lives Matter movement disrupted the May 16 proceedings of General Conference in Portland, Oregon.