The eve before the invasion on Ukraine, reports rendered countless echoes of an imminent attack on the East borders of the country. We witnessed the East would not remain a target alone. The barraging strikes throughout the country was an unprecedented maneuver, gradually revealing pointed targets of military interest. This invasion would later be described as “unbelievable,” … [Read more...] about Lord, Deliver…
Peacemaking begins with Prayer
Jesus said, “Blessed is the peacemaker, for they shall be called the sons of God.” The intimacy between constructing peace and the inheritance of the God’s abundant blessing of belonging are rich brothers/sisters of the kingdom of God. Making [creating] assumes tensions, divisions, misunderstandings that would surround our lives. Remarkably, however, the inheritor of God’s … [Read more...] about Peacemaking begins with Prayer
It’s OK to Learn
As we continue to honor Black History Month, I’d like to share five reading recommendations for you this month. These literary texts reflect a variety of classical and contemporary voices on history, economy, and biblical/theological studies. 1. Thavolia Glymph, Out of the House of Bondage 2. Toni … [Read more...] about It’s OK to Learn
A Call to Remember
In a 2015 essay entitled, “Knowing the Past Opens the Door to the Future: The Continuing Importance of Black History Month,” Lonnie Bunch, then Founding Director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture and now 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institute, noted that “reemphasizing Black History month continues to serve us well.” In his words, … [Read more...] about A Call to Remember
The Moment, Act and Opportunity of the New
The tradition of the New Year countdown has not felt the same as in previous years. At least for me. I’m sure others feel the same, but maybe not. Depending what we mean by “new” is critical to how we perceive our situations, outcomes, relationships, and even our ethical formation. When we countdown to the “new,” what exactly are we implying? A few days ago, I ordered … [Read more...] about The Moment, Act and Opportunity of the New