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Racism: As American as Apple Pie
America Loves Its Myths. But Racism Was Never Just a Chapter. By: Rev. Dr. Harold Marrero In state after state, history is being rewritten. Books about racism are disappearing from shelves. Schools are being banned from discussing systemic oppression. Politicians insist that teaching about America’s racial past is
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Racism: As American as Apple Pie
America Loves Its Myths. But Racism Was Never Just a Chapter. By: Rev. Dr. Harold Marrero In state after state, history is being rewritten. Books about racism are disappearing from shelves. Schools are being banned from discussing systemic oppression. Politicians insist that teaching about America’s racial past is
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Are Our Destinies Predetermined?
"The universe is under no obligation to make sense to you" - Neil deGrasse Tyson When life feels heavy and hope seems like a distant memory, it’s easy to fall into the belief that our destinies are predetermined—that no matter what we do, we’re stuck in a loop, destined to
The Perfectionism Trap: How Striving for Flawlessness Can Block Your Path to Authenticity
"Don't try to be a great man. just be a man, and let history make its own judgments." - Zephram Cochrane Perfectionism—it’s that nagging voice inside that tells us we’re never quite good enough, that we need to do more, be more, and never, ever make a mistake.
Faith On Tap: Shame As Original Sin
Shame As Original Sin | Genesis 2:25 & 3:6-7 - Collective Edition 2:25 - In the beginning, they lived fully exposed, with nothing to hide, and felt no shame in their nakedness. They were authentic, unburdened by self-judgment or fear. 3:6-7 - They ate the fruit. At that
How to Give Yourself Without Losing Yourself
"Boundaries define us. They define what is me and what is not me." - Dr. Henry Cloud Today, I want to dive into a question that many of us grapple with: "How do you give yourself without losing yourself?" Finding this balance is crucial for maintaining our well-being
How to Know You’re Living True to Yourself: Key Indicators to Reflect On
"For all our failings, despite our limitations and fallibilities, we humans are capable of greatness." - Carl Sagan Living true to yourself is a journey of self-discovery and authenticity. But how do you know if you're on the right path? Here are some key indicators to reflect on.
Re:Define: Embrace Your Authentic Self
Re:Define | July 30th, 2024 "You wouldn't turn on a light and then hide it under a bowl, right? No, you’d put it on a stand so it shines for everyone around. Just like that, let your authentic self shine brightly for others to see. Your authenticity and
Welcoming All to Christ Table: Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity
I give you a new command: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. This is how the world will know you are my followers, by the love you show to others. - John 13:34-35 Today is International Friendship Day, a concept
Let’s Try Something New: A Call to Adventure
"You never know what you can do until you try, and very few try unless they have to" - C.S. Lewis Have you ever stopped to think about the last time you tried something for the first time? Diving into new experiences is like adding a brand-new chapter
Faith On Tap: The Realm of God
The Realm of God | The Gospel of Thomas: Sayings #2 and #3 - Collective Edition Christ spoke to them, "Whoever grasps the true essence of these teachings will transcend death." Christ said: "Seek persistently until you discover the truth. When you uncover it, you might feel unsettled.
Charting the Path to Unity: A 4th of July Reflection
The Spirit of the Divine Presence is within me, for I am called to share good news with those who are oppressed, to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom to those trapped in self-destructive loops, and to release those imprisoned by their inner struggles. - Isaiah 61:1 Happy
