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Sojourners Condemns Russian Attack on Ukraine Adam Russell Taylor Sojourners unequivocally condemns the Russian government’s unjustified attacks on its neighbor Ukraine. Every nation has the right to self-determination and the right to live in peace alongside its neighbors — rights that President Vladimir Putin has recklessly violated. Sojourners also condemns in the strongest possible terms Putin's veiled threat to use nuclear weapons. We pray for civilians in Ukraine, that God will keep them safe, including those in the Ukrainian Church and beyond who have committed to active nonviolent resistance to Russian aggression. Most of all, we call for the de-escalation of violence, as our faith in the Prince of Peace and his teaching that “blessed are the peacemakers” compel us to assert that war and violence are never the answer, even as we recognize that Putin must be held accountable for his aggression through non-military means. While sanctions can have harmful consequences, we believe in this moment that more severe targeted sanctions are the best tool to impose the kind of consequences that could compel Putin to reverse course. Now is a time to renew our commitment to nonviolence and peacemaking, not abandon them for a militaristic path that risks further catastrophic escalation. Now is the time to amplify our prayers and translate them into courageous action to wage peace. Yesterday, Sojourners joined with a diverse group of multifaith leaders and organizations in a prayer vigil for peace. Sojourners stands in solidarity with those promoting peace and encourages the international community to pressure Russia to engage in dialogue and diplomacy. |
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Our Latest Inflation Is a Justice Issue. Biden Must Address It in State of the Union (by Adam Russell Taylor) The president's Catholic faith emphasizes solidarity with those experiencing pain and centering those in poverty. Texas Pastors Vow to Protect Trans Youth, Despite Abbott's Order (by Bekah McNeel) “If reducing child abuse really is the governor’s aim, this order does the exact opposite,” said one San Antonio pastor. How Book Bans Hurt Kids and Hinder the Gospel (by Ryan Duncan) All kids need to know they are not bit players in someone else's story. A Hymn for Peace (by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette) May leaders hear the truth the prophets teach us / that gifts of peace are well worth struggling for. |
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From the Magazine 'We Are Not Getting the Basic Rights That A Human Being Needs to Survive' (by Mainul Islam) The world needs to see what is happening to Rohingya refugees. |
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Join Us for Space for Grace—“Testify!”—Sept. 21-23, 2022, Kansas City, Mo American Baptist Home Mission Societies invites you to connect with passionate speakers and network with workshop leaders and ministry colleagues in dialogue about Christian leadership, discipleship, and social justice. Keynote speakers include Amy Butler, Neichelle Guidry, Eddie Glaude, Kathy Khang, Miguel De La Torre and Judy Fentress-Williams. RAFI-USA’s Come to the Table Virtual Conference March 15-16: Register now! RAFI-USA's virtual conference intends to energize faith leaders to challenge the systemic nature of hunger by developing skills to grow structures that are based in justice. Workshops will share resources and knowledge to support attendees in being effective community advocates for a more just food system. |
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