Newsworthy week

The co-occurrence of Human Relations Sunday, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, and the Inauguration of a new and historically significant president this week are not coincidence, but together they bear powerful witness to the statement of Rev. Theodore Parker, better known for being quoted by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: "The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice." As we give thanks for the progress that humankind has made toward a world where justice and peace are universally recognized as more powerful than oppression and violence, we also acknowledge how much work remains to be done, and we ask God's guidance not only for our new president, but for all people.

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This Sunday, January 25, Pastor Betty will preach on the call of the disciples, Mark 1:14-20. Faith Café continues at 9am on the 3rd floor - come and take part in some good conversations about questions of faith and spirituality. Hope you'll join us!