Blessed are the nine slain saints of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina: Rev. Clementa Pickeny, Rev. Daniel Simmons, Cynthia Hurd, Rev. Sheronda Singleton, Myra Thompson, Tywanza Sanders, Rev. DePayne Middleton-Doctor, Ethel Lance, and Susie Jackson. Blessed are they who welcomed a young white stranger named Dylann Roof into their midst, makingContinue reading “Blessed are the Dead”
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Merciful Savior
As day breaks we arise weary for there is no rest for the soul torn asunder by the brutal realities of our American sin, so deeply disturbing our peace Racism is our uniquely American sin as much a part of this nation as baseballs and apple pies. Merciful Savior, how grotesque to see Your HouseContinue reading “Merciful Savior “
God and Depression
Living with chronic depression and anxiety can feel like walking on the beach wearing ski boots. It’s uncomfortable, annoying and inconvenient. It interferes with experiencing simple pleasures. When our mental health is unwell, we can feel very alone. Depression and anxiety can heighten our sense of inadequacy, drain us of energy and motivation. Depression canContinue reading “God and Depression”
Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffith Lund 