What I Learned About God by Praying for Osama bin Laden
Like every other college student and most Americans, I didn’t know the name Osama bin Laden. I also didn’t know God.
‘Justice, Justice Shall You Pursue’: Positions of Power & Torah Justice
We must ensure that those in power do not succumb to human weakness, depriving those in their charge of the justice that God so passionately wants for all.
The Violence of a Religious Minority’s Majority
Where is the enlightenment in using force to preserve the way of life for a minority that will not espouse these self-evident truths? Where is the justice in allowing this claim of violent righteousness to go unanswered now?
The Calling of Transformation
These are the people who follow the calling we are all called to follow: to leave a trail of transformation wherever we go. There is no greater calling.
A Viral Prayer in the Age of COVID-19
It was a moment, a moment of extraordinary unity and goodwill. I am afraid the moment has passed. We are a year in now.
Revolutionary Love Is The Way To Racial Healing
Within our denominations, grassroots justice organizations, organizing networks, and movement partners, we have engaged in the best of our sacred traditions to pursue a vision of Beloved Community, of an America that is yet to be, of a nation where ancient breaches are repaired.
A Justice for All, In Memory of RBG
She remains a powerful role model. May we all find our own resilience and righteousness from the Notorious RBG in the consequential days ahead. May her memory be a blessing.
Why I Am (Not) a Christian
I know I love Jesus, I know Jesus changed my life, I know I want to follow him, but I also know there are lots of things people consider “essential” that I find myself unsure about.
In the Company of Difference: An Excerpt from I Am Not Your Enemy
In fact, it’s in the presence of difference that hospitality is often most needed.
Individualism and Selfishness Aren’t ‘Human Nature.’ Cooperation Is.
Humans are not doomed to failure and we can do better. History says we can.