The Strength They Praise, The Support We’re Denied
And here’s the double-edged sword: when strength becomes how we are known, it also becomes how we are dismissed. Continue reading The Strength They Praise, The Support We’re Denied
Tag: Racism
Kingdom Over Caste:
While attending a wedding as an honored guest, I also witnessed little girls working the streets, invisible to society. Instead of being in school, learning to read,, write, and do math, these little ones were dancing or begging for survival—working under threat of hunger. Continue reading Kingdom Over Caste:
The Other America
Somehow, we must come to see that in this pluralistic, interrelated society, we are all tied together in a single garment of destiny, caught in an inescapable network of mutuality. The Other America – Speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, … Continue reading The Other America
Broken Records
Comedian Dave Chappelle uses humor to make his point by stating that he is envious of the LGBTQ+ community due to their quick rise in progress in their movement, and we still can’t get reparations. “I can’t help but feel … Continue reading Broken Records
Think Back, Act Forward: History’s Crucial Role in the Quest for Justice
As a young white girl growing up outside Detroit, I had a lot of questions. Why is the city a shell of the past? Why are there so many beautiful, abandoned buildings? Why did my grandparents celebrate their wedding reception … Continue reading Think Back, Act Forward: History’s Crucial Role in the Quest for Justice
It’s Time to Mother
The rise of hate and a faltering democracy prompts reflection on the teachings of Rosemarie Freeney Harding, a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement. Her beliefs in mothering and hospitality emphasize inclusivity and forgiveness, urging us to welcome all, even those steeped in violence. In this challenging climate, embracing love and shared humanity can foster healing and hope. Continue reading It’s Time to Mother
We Must Come Down from The Mountain Top!
“Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I’m not concerned about that now. I just want to do God’s will. And He’s allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I’ve … Continue reading We Must Come Down from The Mountain Top!
What Is Woven Will Not Unravel
I’ve been here before. This feeling, like everything is falling apart, is not new. This blow after blow, almost comedic in its awfulness, is not original. I’ve been here before at 11, 16, 26, 32, 36, and now I’m here … Continue reading What Is Woven Will Not Unravel
The April Theme: On The Mountaintop Of No Limits, We Can “Think On These Things”
“Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. … Continue reading The April Theme: On The Mountaintop Of No Limits, We Can “Think On These Things”
