Debby Kirk, Faith Formation Team Leader, writes:
In his speech Remaining Awake Through a Great Revolution given at the Washington National Cathedral on March 31, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. named the dramatic changes in technology, weaponry, and human rights that were revolutionizing society. He implored his audience to wake up and develop new attitudes and responses to meet the day. Delivered just before the Poor People's March on Washington, this included adopting a "world perspective" which embraced brotherhood, and taking action to care for the impoverished and marginalized.
These words have bearing today as we face massive challenges to culture and society. Covid rates are soaring, government leaders are divided, school shootings continue, and wildfires rage. The images from the one year anniversary of the insurrection at the Capitol remind us that white supremacy is rooted in our culture. It is easy to succumb to discouragement and dismay.
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Breaking Out of the Box: Called to Prophetic Action
Jan. 17, 1:30 - 3:00 PM
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Join us online for a time of worship, reflection, and facilitated conversation as we honor the life and teachings of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This online, interactive program will be led by Rev. Dr. Diane Schmitz.
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