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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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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.
Jul 23, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


Sabbath Devotional: Unto the Least of These
I was revisiting Isaiah 6 this week after seeing a verse of this scripture being used in a very spiritually manipulative and divisive...
Jul 13, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


Sabbath Devotional: Multiply and Replenish
The last few weeks (months?) have felt so heavy — political violence, the nonstop news cycle and pace of politics, people in my life...
Jun 21, 2025


MWEG Response to Minnesota Political Violence and Utah Sen. Mike Lee's Online Comments
Utah Sen. Mike Lee’s online comments masked and minimized the devastation of the shootings. He capitalized on a tragedy to score political points, and he demonstrated a callous indifference to the loss of life.
Jun 20, 2025


What makes public broadcasting different from state media?
Government-controlled media should raise more than a few questions. But is that what PBS is? What about NPR? Are these news outlets controlled by the government? Swipe to learn the differences between state media and public broadcasting.
Jun 15, 2025


Eye Single to God
Do you find it hard to concentrate these days? My pixelated attention is drawn in so many directions — I struggle to immerse myself in a...
Jun 14, 2025


The Habeas Corpus: What It Is, and Why We Should Care About It Today
Habeas corpus is a legal concept that allows any person detained on a charge “without sufficient cause” to challenge their detention in court.
Jun 9, 2025


Sabbath Devotional: Move in Closer
It was a couple of years into parenting teenagers when it became apparent: my approach to relationships wasn’t working great. Teenagers...
Jun 7, 2025
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