Pentecost for peacemakers is easily contrasted with Militarism’s Memorial Day for citizens. On Pentecost, peacemakers remember Jesus was always bringing people together; sharing diversity, compassion, and friendship with people. On Memorial Day, citizens remember warriors who are always being pitted against other people; coercing tribalism, fighting, and being killed and/or killing opponents. Citizens are perpetual … Continue reading “Who Do We Remember?”
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Independence From Violence
Independence from violence is the life witness of people following peacemakers like Jesus. In this Sunday’s Gospel, James and John are not yet living such an independence. They are traveling among Samaritans who have rejected Jesus. James and John want to “rain down fire” upon the Samaritans. Jesus rebukes both saying, “You don’t know of … Continue reading “Independence From Violence”