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Sabbath Devotional: I Will Just Be Me
May 5, 2024
Each disciple has unique talents to share. Serving with an eye single to the Lord will lead to unique service benefiting others.
An Introduction to Federal Campaign Finance
April 24, 2024
Campaign finance plays a central role in the democratic process. Elections can’t happen without campaigns, and campaigns costs money.
Proclaim Peace Episode 7 // Peacemaking Within and Across Religious Traditions With Eboo Patel
April 23, 2024
In this episode of Proclaim Peace Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Eboo Patel to discuss how religion can lead to both peace and conflict.
Let’s Talk About Influencers
April 15, 2024
Influencer opinions are shaping public opinions, attitudes, and perceptions, but should we take them seriously? Read to learn more about the impact, power, and drawbacks of social media influencers.
A Brief Exploration of Potential Campaign Finance Reforms
April 12, 2024
Americans of diverse political ideologies support campaign finance reforms. Small acts of advocacy can go a long way in encouraging change.
A Deeper Dive: Citizens United, Super PACs, and Dark Money
April 12, 2024
Good policy reform can help create a campaign finance system that is more transparent and accountable to voters.
Navigating Political Ads: How to Be an Informed Citizen When Lying Is Legal
April 12, 2024
Because of insufficient transparency requirements and the rise of dark money, we don’t always know who is paying for political ads.
Proclaim Peace Episode 6 // Active Peacemaking: Following Christ's Example With Chad Ford
April 9, 2024
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace podcast, Jen and Patrick are joined by Chad Ford to discuss the rich content and theology of 2 Nephi.
2024 MWEG Spring Conference: Rise Up, Rise Above
March 31, 2024
In March MWEG hosted our spring conference — "Rise Up, Rise Above: The Power of Peace to Transform Our Politics and Preserve Our Democracy."
Proclaim Peace Episode 5 // The Art of Conflict Styles: Navigating Relationships With Grace With Emily Taylor
March 26, 2024
On this episode of Proclaim Peace, Jennifer and Patrick are joined by Emily Taylor to discuss the relationship between conflict and peace.
Sabbath Devotional: Mary Magdalene
March 23, 2024
Witness can mean evidence or proof, and our actions reflect our testimony of Christ.
Sabbath Devotional: The Artifice of Fear
March 17, 2024
If we want to eradicate fear-based politics from our communities, we must first eradicate them from ourselves.
Proclaim Peace Episode 4 // The Word and the Sword: Reframing Nephi and Laban With David Pulsipher
March 12, 2024
In this episode of Proclaim Peace, Jen and Patrick discuss the uncomfortable topics of conflict, violence, and peacekeeping vs. peacemaking.
Sabbath Devotional: Blessed are the Peacemakers
March 11, 2024
Spring brings hope for a more beautiful and peaceful world. Reflecting on peace and hope encourages peacemaking.
Proclaim Peace Bonus Episode // Scripture Study Tips for Peacemaking Principles
March 5, 2024
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace podcast, Jen and Patrick discuss how they read the Book of Mormon to extract peacemaking principles.
Proclaim Peace Episode 3 // The Transformative Power of Forgiveness: A Pathway to Peace With Clair Canfield
February 27, 2024
In this episode of the Proclaim Peace podcast, Jen and Patrick are joined by Clair Canfield to discuss the role of conflict within families.
Practical Peacemaking Week 3: Preparing to Understand Others to Create Peace — Listening, Perspective Taking, and Empathizing
February 21, 2024
To strengthen peacemaking skills, learn about 3 critical skills for interacting with others: listening, perspective taking, and empathizing.
Sabbath Devotional: Fruits of the Spirit
February 19, 2024
American politics can be vicious, but there is another way: the way of the peacemaker, following Christ’s example.
Presidents and Their Relationship with the News Media
February 19, 2024
What stories do you remember about a president butting heads with the press? Scroll to read more about the support and tension between a president and the news media.
Proclaim Peace Episode 2 // From Conflict to Peace: Applying Book of Mormon Principles in Family Dynamics With Jennifer Finlayson-Fife
February 14, 2024
In this episode of Proclaim Peace, Jen and Patrick are joined by Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to discuss family conflict and peacemaking.