Episcopal Church debates slavery reparations at national convention
At the national convention opening June 13 in Columbus Ohio the Episcopal Church plans an apology for past support of slavery and segregation and a study on possible reparations for black Episcopalians. The debate may intensify over race and sexuality tensions as other unions consider schism with Anglican peers.
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James Forman
Church of England
Indianapolis
Kwasi Thornell
Maryland
National Concerns Committee
Thornell
Ed Rodman
Episcopal Divinity School
Cambridge
Mass
Katrina Browne
Browne
New England
DeWolfs
United States
Rhode Island
Worldwide Fellowship of Anglicans
Silver Spring
Biblical theme of immigration in policy debate
A lengthy discussion traces immigration as a biblical motif from Abraham through Jesus, noting how Strangers No Longer urged humane reception yet political divides persist. Church leaders split over Senate and House bills, with bishops seeking softened enforcement while mainline groups criticize xenophobia and executive tactics.
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United States
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U.S. Senate
Gerald Barnes
San Bernardino
Calif
U.S. Catholic Hierarchy
Committee On
Barnes
Congress
Randy Day
United Methodist Church
General Board of Global Ministries
Day
Senate
Hello to a Stranger A Childlike Welcome
Jaletta Albright Desmond recalls a tiny girl with bright red hair greeting strangers with a cheerful “Hi What’s your name.” She reflects on how childlike openness fades with age as life grows busier and cliques form, urging readers to reclaim simple moments of noticing others across the world.
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