An article published yesterday refers to what is happening in Gaza as the 'Genocide Moment.' And it appears the United States is complicit in the genocide. How could we let this happen? How can we stop it now? The utter devastation of Gaza and the vast numbers of civilians facing death from bombardment and from … Continue reading THE ‘GENOCIDE MOMENT’
Month: October 2023
Simply stated
I see signs that vast numbers of people share my state of being overwhelmed in many ways. I've often shared that I usually don't know what I will be writing about when I sit in front of this computer each morning. That I strive to be attuned to the Spirit to show me the way. … Continue reading Simply stated
FCNL and AFSC on Gaza and Israel
Quakers are blessed to have two national/international organizations with excellent people to educate us and suggest ways we can respond to significant events such as the Israeli-Palestinian war. Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) Dear Friends,As new tragedy unfolds daily in Israel and Gaza, it is urgent that members of Congress call for an immediate … Continue reading FCNL and AFSC on Gaza and Israel
Seeds of War
Scenes and news of the horrors of the fighting in the Middle East hit like a body blow. We've all been traumatized repeatedly over the past years by such a long list of things, which are each becoming ever more severe. And now to see these atrocities adds to our feelings of hopelessness. I've been … Continue reading Seeds of War
Polycrisis 10/12/2023
The humanitarian costs of the escalating war in the Middle East are staggering and devastating to watch. Yesterday, during our weekly Friends Committee on National Legislation's (FCNL) Witness Wednesday Silent Reflection, the war and its consequences were the focus of our prayers. For many years FCNL has worked to support legislation for peace and social … Continue reading Polycrisis 10/12/2023
Polycrisis Center 