community

one cloth, many colors; key with the word "faith' written on it; Nick Gardner/Unsplash

One Cloth, Many Colors

We humans make a big deal about our differences. From favorite colors to choice of religion (or not at all), we tend to set ourselves up in a wide variety of groups. Unfortunately, this can easily lead to one group treating another as less than human, as we’ve seen time and again throughout history.

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Welcomed to the Table

Sometimes our faith can feel isolating. Yet its promise is that Jesus welcomes us all to the table as we rejoice in his love for us.
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The Community of Family

At the heart of each family is love. We must continue to uncover that love for each other every day.
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man walking over a bridge

Be a Bridge-Builder

As children, we’re told that monsters aren’t real. As we grow in age and wisdom, however, we know that isn’t completely true.
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All Members of the Human Family

It’s sometimes easy to go with the flow in society and simply live life in a way that doesn’t gain any unwanted attention. There’s a temptation toward anonymity that’s actually quite dangerous for us, spiritually.
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Inclusivity and Community

Inclusivity and community thrive in environments where simplicity fosters genuine connections and mutual respect. St. Francis welcomed all into his community, embracing diversity with a humble and open heart.
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A Longing to Belong

All morality that was ever developed in any tradition in the world can be reduced to the principle of acting as one acts toward those with whom one belongs.
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