Faithful Reflection
As part of our monthly Justice and Peace Action Network newsletter, we asked members of our staff to share what moves them to do justice work. Sign up to receive these thoughtful reflections via email.
 Silence is Golden
June 2012. Rev. Bentley de Bardelaben reflects on the stress of life and how they can be compounded by acts of racism.
What happened to us?
May 2012. Rev. Sala Nolan Gonzales, Minister for Criminal Justice and Human Rights, reflects on the changes to our U.S. prison system and on the impact that those people who have been pushed to the margins of our society -- people who are in prison, who live under bridges, who suffer from fear and illness – have had on her life.
Jeju and Easter’s Challenge against Empire
April 2012. Derek Duncan, Program Associate for Global Advocacy and Education, reflects on the following question: As Easter people what have we to say to the forces of empire today?
Our Present is Formed by Our Past
March 2012. This month Ann Hanson, Minister for Sexuality Education and Justice, reflects on a turning point in her journey of faith as an educator.
Because of Our Stories
February 2012. This month Vivan Lucus, Director of the Franklinton Center at Bricks, reflects on the stories, and the lives behind the stories, that inspire her to do justice advocacy.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from JWM!
A look back at 2011 and a Christmas message of gratitude.
Public Education as a Public Trust
November 2011. This month Jan Resseger, Minister for Public Education and Witness, reflects on inequality and the important role of the church in working to promote educational opportunity for all.
Self-Healing
September 2011. This month Jessie Palatucci, Online Communications Specialist, reflects on burn out and some ideas for overcoming it.
More Than a Day Job
August 2011. Edie Rasell, Minister for Economic Justice, reflects on God’s abundance and the importance of economics
Justice without Love is Empty Rhetoric
July 2011. Mari Castellanos, Policy Advocate for Domestic Issues, reflects on her childhood during the Cuban Revolution and how the example of her parents in that dangerous time helped define her Call.
Called to Discipleship
June 2011. Linda Jaramillo, Executive Minister of Justice and Witness Ministries, reflects on our call to be disciples - not alone - but in partnership.
Crossing the River
May 2011. This month Jim Deming, Minister for Environmental Justice, reflects on the story of Jacob and the ways in which he finds God's grace and good news in the journey for justice.
We Are Not Alone…
March 2011. This month Kelly Burd, Minister for Leadership Development, reflects on what motivates her to stay on the path toward God’s vision of a more just, compassionate world.
Sharing your Story, Sharing the Journey
February 2011. We asked members of our staff to share what moves them to do justice work. This month Mike Neuroth, International Policy Advocate, reflects the gift of “story.”
Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God
December 2010. This month Michael R. Fisher Jr, Intern for Policy Advocacy, reflects on his vision of the “beloved community” that propels him continue in the struggle for social transformation, even when discouraged.
Let Us Not Grow Weary in Well-Doing
November 2010. This month Barbara Baylor, Minister for Health Care Justice, reflects on scripture from which she draws strength to maintain a lifetime of advocacy for Justice.
The Rich Life
October 2010. This month Ervin Milton, Director of the Franklinton Center, reflects on what it means to be truly wealthy.
In it for the Long Haul
September 2010. This month Sandy Sorensen, Director of the Washington Office, reflects on her 20 years on Capitol Hill and her experience on the anniversary of MLK’s “I have a dream” speech.
Those Eagle's Wings
August 2010. This month, Rev. Loey Powell reflects on Isaiah 40 and finds inspiration.
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