We review the new collection of essays exploring the lives and motivations of thirteen remarkable people. “Can I Get a Witness? Thirteen Peacemakers, Community Builders, and Agitators for Faith and Justice” isn’t a beach read but a book that demands that you pay attention.
“Jesus said in Matthew, ‘So do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring worries of its own. Today’s trouble is enough for today (6:34).’ I wish I could say it’s an easy thing to do, but when the checking account doesn’t cover next week’s groceries, or the heating element in the oven burns up, or some other situation arises where I have little or no control, it’s hard not to worry.”
Royal christenings, Bishops wanting to focusing on what we have in common, and creative choices for that extra land around the old parish; its our weekly roundup of the stories you don’t want to miss