169th Annual Gathering of CCNC-N

We understand being just as being fair and emphasizing equality. But what does it mean to "do justice?" When do we show up, how do we speak up, where do we stand up, to use our voices and our bodies to advocate, demand, and insist on fairness and equality for all people?

??? (hesed), translated as kindness, is much more than that. It is kindness, loyalty, faithfulness. It is love expressed through activities with others. It is more than inclusion, it is being in covenant with others, in relationship with others. It is kind to give to charitable organizations that help others, it is hesed to be in covenant, in relationship, be present with others. What does that look like for us?

We are, humbly, proud Disciples. We do great work in the world with mission, giving, sharing, educating and supporting. At the same time, we recognize that we are a remnant of the whole body of Christ. Walking is an activity. Walking with God implies doing activities with God, and by extension, with other people of God. What does it mean, in the contemporary world, to walk humbly with God and respectfully collaborate with other godly people in this world?