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I pray this message finds you surrounded by Easter hope and the promise of new life waiting beyond our most profound sorrows and difficult trials.
We continue to grieve and lament the tragic and terrifying display of racist hatred in Buffalo, New York, and the mass shooting at a southern California church. These crimes remind us of the profound threats that white supremacy, rising hate crimes, and widespread gun violence pose to life in America, and especially to communities of color. In a statement released last week, we urge white Christians and all Americans of goodwill to repent of anti-Black racism and the nation’s enduring system of racial apartheid. We recommit to doing all that we can to help bring an end to racism, xenophobia, enmity, prejudice, and oppression of all kinds. May Christ, who is gentle and humble in heart, be our guide.
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I have heard from many of you in recent weeks who appreciated the perspective we shared on the leaked Dobbs vs. Jackson Supreme Court opinion. It’s clear that many Christians across the country are looking for a way to rise above the heated divide, to be truly pro-woman and pro-child; to honor the sacredness of human life while considering carefully what authority the government should wield over our families. We were gratified that our friends at Red Letter Christians and the ERA Coalition re-shared our statement, which you can read here.
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Perhaps you are concerned for life in the womb but also troubled by that state of our nation, where child bearing and rearing feels impossible for so many. Or mindful that our policies have turned a blind eye to the injustices of intimate partner violence and poverty, which together give rise to the majority of abortions each year. Perhaps you’re worried about the life and health of women and increasingly extreme calls to prosecute abortion as homicide.
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In the meantime, listen in to my recent #KitchenTableConvo with Lisa Sharon Harper. We talk about how Justice Samuel Alito, author of the draft opinion, invokes a 19th century view of “liberty” - and what implications this could have for women’s rights and LGBTQ+ people’s rights, far beyond the context of pregnancy and reproduction.
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Sunday Sermon July 10th | 10am ET
In-Person & Livestreamed
I’ll be preaching again this summer at my home church, Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church in Bethesda, Maryland, where I’ve also previously shared Justice Revival’s flagship course “Human Rights in Christian Perspective.” All are welcome! |
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Yale Divinity School Convocation Oct. 14th | 2:30pm ET
Open to the community
Professor Jennifer Herdt, Gilbert L. Stark Professor of Christian Ethics, will be my esteemed host for a public discussion on Justice Revival’s ministry at Yale Divinity School during its annual Convocation.
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“Human Rights & Christian Faith in the U.S. Context" Center for Continuing Education Dates TBD | Virtual
How do Christians bridge the call to “seek justice” and movement for human rights? Join me for this three-part, interactive, online course to explore human rights from theological, spiritual, historical, and legal perspectives. Stay tuned for further details. |
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Justice Revival is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, volunteer advocate to contribute their skills to the historic #Faith4ERA campaign for the Equal Rights Amendment. The ideal candidate will be a college graduate with a background or experience in public policy, government relations, advocacy, or community organizing. Learn more here.
We’re also seeking a Digital Communications Intern. This position is for a current undergrad student or recent graduate looking to build their skills in social media strategy, graphic design, website management, and many more valuable, transferable skills.
Is this YOU or someone in your network? Please forward this email to your networks or share this post on your LinkedIn and help us find the best candidates to bring Justice Revival to the next level this summer! |
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Thank you for being a part of this community of faith in seeking justice. Part of my great hope and inspiration is the conviction that the Spirit is present in our midst, when we stand in solidarity together for the rights and dignity of all. In faith, |
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Allyson McKinney Timm Founder & Executive Director |
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