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Sabbath Devotional: Election Night, a Foam Cannon, and the Miracle of Cana
I was recently reminded of election night. I didn't cry, but I felt like it. For the first time in my life as a voter, every single human...
Aug 23


Sabbath Devotional: Personal Integrity
Over the years, I have thought often about Frederick Douglass’ description of the injury done to the souls of his oppressors. Speaking of...
Aug 17


A Q&A About Foreign Aid
The U.S. provides foreign aid assistance to other countries to promote global peace, security, and development.
Aug 14


Sabbath Devotional: Migraines, Grief, Family Separations, Self Care, and Peacemaking
(Note: I originally wrote this six years ago and was grateful to my younger self for her words when I found them again recently). I first...
Aug 10


An Introduction to the Presidential Cabinet: Part 3
As our presidential Cabinet series continues, consider the eighth, ninth, and tenth successors to the president and their critical roles in the United States government.
Aug 8


Official Response on Partisan Gerrymandering
As an organization committed to ethical government, MWEG opposes gerrymandering under any and all circumstances. Our position on this issue has been consistent, and it is deeply rooted in our nonpartisanship.
Aug 6


Sabbath Devotional: No Manner of -ites
Several women have communicated with me about how they struggle to worship with fellow Saints on opposite sides of the political...
Aug 2


A Q&A About Climate Change and Extreme Weather
Evidence and scientific consensus show that both the Earth’s surface and atmosphere are warming, and extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense. As citizens committed to principled civic engagement, we are called to advocate for policies rooted in long-term stewardship, intergenerational responsibility, and care for the vulnerable. The infrastructure we invest in today will shape the world our children inherit.
Jul 31


Sabbath Devotional: The Meek Shall Inherit
A woman I respect was recently interviewed by a journalist I also respect about the insufficiency of peacemaking as an approach to the...
Jul 27


Official Response to Threats Against Political Opponents
In recent days, the president and members of his Cabinet have made unprecedented and unfounded attacks on a former president and other public officials. These have escalated into real threats of prosecution and imprisonment and were accompanied by a deepfake AI video and image portraying an arrest.
Jul 24


An Introduction to the Presidential Cabinet: Part 2
As our presidential Cabinet series continues, consider the fifth, sixth, and seventh successors to the president and their critical roles in the U.S. government.Â
Jul 24


An Introduction to the Presidential Cabinet: Part 1
The presidential Cabinet consists of the vice president and the heads of 15 executive departments. It functions as an advisory body to the president of the United States.
Jul 19


Sabbath Devotional: Love in Closer
Today, I want to share some stories that have prompted me to reflect on what it looks like to love and move in closer—inspired by the...
Jul 19


Proclaim Peace BONUS Episode // Peacemaking in Politics: Finding Your Voice in Uncomfortable Spaces
In this bonus episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, host Jennifer Thomas explores the challenges of political engagement in the face of slow or no change. Jennifer shares her thoughts with Julie Rose on the Uncomfy podcast, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in peacemaking.
Jul 18


Sabbath Devotional: Unto the Least of These
I was revisiting Isaiah 6 Â this week after seeing a verse of this scripture being used in a very spiritually manipulative and divisive...
Jul 13


A Sure Foundation: Grounding Ourselves in the Basics of Immigration Policy
This Q&A provides basic, trustworthy information that helps us separate myths from meaning. Whether you’re new to these questions or looking to deepen your understanding, you don’t need to have all the answers to move forward with confidence and compassion. By grounding ourselves in truth and working to see others as God sees them, we can engage in more productive, faith-filled discussions about immigration — and take small, steady steps toward a more just and welcoming world
Jul 11


Sabbath Devotional: God Bless America — My Prayer
As I contemplated how to write a devotional that encompasses both the celebration of independence and the context of our current events,...
Jul 5


Climbing the Ladder From Law to Implementation: How a Law Gets to Work
A law is not a program. Rather, a law is the official starting point, or a directive to create a program or service. Like a ladder, many steps are required to take a law to a functioning, fully implemented program.
Jul 2


The Reconciliation Bill Impairs Manufacturing Goals
President Trump wants to increase domestic manufacturing. So do we. However, impeding the manufacturing boom we've experienced in the renewable energy sector won't enable that goal.
Jun 30


Sabbath Devotional: Plenteous Redemption
Earlier this week during an offboarding conversation with an intern, I was asked a question about what strategies or perspectives help me...
Jun 29
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