As Christian peacemakers, we are grateful for the ministry of ecumenical Christian Peacemaker Teams[i] in many conflict-ridden corners of the globe. Committed to building partnerships to transform violence and oppression, CPT teams accompany and support threatened communities with an on-going … Continue reading
Race and Remembrance in light of Trayvon Martin Verdict. I don’t know how my mother walked her trouble down I don’t know how my father stood his ground I don’t know how my people survive slavery I do remember, that’s … Continue reading
The minimum wage in the US is $7.25 per hour. The Presbyterian Church has a long history of supporting the rights of workers to earn fair wages, good benefits, and safe working conditions. Indeed, in recognizing the value and dignity … Continue reading
Our hearts ache with the daily news: shootings; rape; human trafficking; torture; veterans with PTSD, children who are hungry. Our minds struggle to understand: drones? hundreds of US military bases? millions of refugees? nation building? privatization of water? a war against … Continue reading