Tag: Violence
Does evil have a name?
In this op-ed, Rev. Jerry DeVine grapples with the spiral of injustice and human destructiveness in our country today and provides some theological reflections on the role of holy resistance.
Our need for civic friendship
Disturbed by the problems of violence and the erosion of our democracy, Bishop David Bard urges us to consider how we might cultivate civic friendship, a virtue and practice that… Continue Reading Our need for civic friendship
Grace and power to respond
Looking back on the past month, Bishop David Bard highlights a few challenging news items and the shared work in Jesus Christ that is now before us.
Awaiting resurrection
Looking toward Easter, Bishop David Bard says evil causes us to yearn for a new world where hunger is a memory and war is ancient history.
Jesus modeled rigorous compassion
Following Jesus’ example, we are called to extend rigorous compassion to anyone suffering and graciously recognize the imago dei in all persons, even those who do harm.
Heart work, soul work, community work
In this month’s Joyful Journey, Bishop David Alan Bard reminds us that the gospel is about heart change, which is an important part of tackling issues like racism and violence… Continue Reading Heart work, soul work, community work
Pastor inspires action against violence
Rev. Albert Rush encourages Michigan congregations to address societal violence of all kinds, providing space in worship to remember and pray for all those who suffer.
Take a moment or two for joy
Bishop David Bard, in this month’s Joyful Journey, encourages us to carve out time for joy-filled moments, so that we may have the capacity to care for the world’s pain… Continue Reading Take a moment or two for joy
God’s dream for no gun violence
The prophet Isaiah celebrates God’s vision for peace. The Rev. Glenn Wagner contrasts that with the “seemingly endless cycle of gun violence in the U.S. “
In lament of all this nation’s violence
The Rev. Dr. Charles Boayue shares a lesson from Liberia’s history and calls the Church to action against the increasing violence of racism, misogyny, and xenophobia in the United States.