#Advent & #Ferguson IV

This week I will post resources, articles, and my own thoughts relating to the events in Ferguson, MO (Staten Island, Cleveland, & others) and what it might mean for all of us in the USA and in Monroe.

Advent is a good time to take up the deep work of engaging racism and other issues that divide us. Advent is a time for waiting with hope. Christ was born in the midst of a divided and violent society.

Reflecting on what has happened, here are some faithful responses I have found most  helpful:

A Poem

http://experimentaltheology.blogspot.com/2014/12/the-night-is-not-silent.html

A Reflection on 1 Corinthians 6

http://experimentaltheology.blogspot.com/2014/11/honor-outrage-reflection-on-1.html

A Prayer from a Rabbi

http://velveteenrabbi.blogs.com/blog/2014/12/prayer-after-eric-garner.html

Church Prays At Altar With Local Police Following Ferguson Decision

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/12/02/hope-ame-church-ferguson_n_6254304.html