Tag Archives: community organizing
Why SDOP: Community’s Power for Social Change
Interviewing Alonzo Johnson, Coordinator for Self Development of People Editor’s note: Last month, Unbound wrote about reparations as beginning with investments in fully integrated and equal education, in equal access to housing and jobs, and in equal and fair prison sentencing. … Continue reading
Spirit of the Living God: A Faith Journey Into Public Service
Being involved in the church and in the community brings a great deal of responsibility. As a 26-year-old active Presbyterian and elected City Councilwoman in Harrisburg, PA, I learn more about that responsibility each day. One might think being actively … Continue reading
An Open Letter on Urban Ministry
To Our Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Brothers and Sisters September 6, 2016 Dear Colleagues Across our Church: We are prompted to write by the tragically early death of our brother in Christ, the Rev. Eugene “Freedom” Blackwell, pastor of House of Manna … Continue reading
I Can’t Breathe: Showing Up for Racial Justice in Portland
When I heard the reports and then saw the video of Eric Garner’s arrest, something deep inside me clicked. I’ve been involved in interreligious social justice movements for more than 25 years and thought that nothing could surprise me. However, … Continue reading
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