Why I Cannot Stay: A Letter to My Church
There is no use pointing fingers. That is not them. That is us. We dragged Jesus—the one who died for us—into our tryst with Trump, while the church sat by with a nod and a shrug.
When Hope is Poisoned by Despair
The killing of black men by police is a relentless beating against the souls and the spirits of people who believe in justice and who operate in hope. But with each assault, those same spirits become more and more wounded.
Prophetic Lament and Joyful Noise
One summer during college, a friend of mine hitchhiked his way to visit Wendell Berry at his homestead in Henry County, Kentucky. Inspired by Berry’s writing, my friend had decided it was finally time to meet t...
Healing America of its sickness through Truth and Conciliation
Beyond participating in daily protests, and advocating for local and state legislation, we are working to birth a grassroots movement for a Federal Truth and Conciliation Commission.
Taking Back the Dream: A Dozen Visions Unfold
Dreaming is holy ground. Every step we take, every risk, we are doing holy work.
Policing Was Never Intended for Law Enforcement
It is not enough to call for reform. We cannot get new fruit from the same lynching tree. We need a new tree.
Join Us in Prophecy Against The Pandemics
Sign the pledge to preach the truth on this July 4th weekend of the America yet to be.
Yes, There’s Something You Can Do
I actually can do something. I can learn more.
United Methodists Unveil ‘Dismantling Racism’ Initiative
A multi-level effort throughout the church to initiate a sustained and coordinated effort to dismantle racism.
Protest, Prophecy, and Defunding the Police
Progress can be made as long as we continue to listen to the cries of those in the streets.