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Recently a Christian (not in WCC) met with me to ask what I think about refugees, knowing WCC’s work. He expressed his feelings of distress with neighbors seeking refuge in our nation. He was not distressed with the conditions these … Continue reading →

Reflecting on Christian history while waiting for my doctor, it occurs to me that when Constantine and Lactantius issued the Edict of Milan, Christianity became a utility (a tool or mechanism) to establish the Roman concept of civilized order. Roman … Continue reading →

After twelve years of training neighbors and organizations on trauma-informed and trauma-responsive care, I have found there are two critical elements that must be present: compassion and empathy. If we do not work to cultivate these two qualities as character … Continue reading →

In reading Romans again today this verse hits different. It’s in chapter 9 (and its context seems best understood in the larger context of Romans): “I’m speaking the truth in Christ—I’m not lying, as my conscience assures me with the … Continue reading →

In the Christian tradition today is Pentecost Sunday. It is a day when God made it clear that equality, equity and divine empowerment is available to all. Women, the young, the old, the enslaved–all are invited into God’s life and … Continue reading →