The day they hid the Liberty Bell
The intent of American liberty was always directed to all, although our practices, like the bell, contain some cracks in them.
Martin Luther King Jr., Day: A good day to think about patriotism
Patriotism, as exemplified by Dr. King, thinks evaluatively about one’s country in light of its best values, including the attempt to correct it when it’s in error and fix it when it is broken. Yet especially on our national patriotic holidays, too often our churches promote nationalism—the uncritical support of one’s nation regardless of its moral, truthful or political bearing.
The Social Justice Christmas Carol
We only sing “O Holy Night” once a year. Yet may this social justice Christmas carol call forth our determination and our action, in God’s name, that all oppression shall cease.
A “Me Too” movement is needed for emotional abuse
A “Me Too” movement is needed for those who suffer from abusive relationships, to focus the spotlight publicly on anyone who takes advantage of another and abuses their rights and freedoms.
Be honest: Why do you want your church to grow?
People do not want to belong to a needy organization. They want to belong to an organization that meets needs!