Wednesday Words- April 4th, 2018

Dear Friends,

Today is the 50th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  On this day, people of faith from all over the country are gathering in Washington, D.C. to honor the work of Dr. King and to unite in commitment to eradicate the sin of racism that continues to grip our country. 
The organizers of today's rally:  A.C.T. to End Racism describe the goal of their effort this way:
​"We challenge ourselves and our communities to join in truth-telling, leading to actions that right the wrongs, and, with God’s grace, bring healing and wholeness to all people, and unity to the nation.

• AWAKEN ourselves to the truth that racism is ever-present, deeply rooted in American culture, and profoundly damaging to our communities.
  
• CONFRONT racism, speak truth to ourselves, our communities and institutions, and stand against injustice.
  
• TRANSFORM the hearts, minds, and behaviors of people and structures that shape society."
  

Racism is a sin that is contrary to the will of God, in whose image all people are made.  As the Rev. Jim Wallis said this morning at the rally, faith summons us back to the ministry which Dr. King made his life's work and which resulted in his death.  In the book of Isaiah the prophet writes that people of faith are the repairers of the breach and restorers of the streets in which they dwell.  As hard as it can be to confess the sin of racism and our role in it, the events of this past week show us how God responds to our disobedience:  with forgiveness, sacrifice and new life for all people through the resurrection of Christ.  On this day of reflection and hope, let us thank God for the ministry of Dr. King and the restorative work that God calls us to carry on in the name of Jesus Christ



"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.  Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."
 - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.


In Christ,
Pastor Linda

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