“We were disappointed but not surprised that Mr. Trump did nothing tonight to allay our deep concerns about his campaign. It still seems that he does not share our values of equality, pluralism, and humility.”
Jesus himself taught, we must love our enemies. That does not mean capitulating to evil, or abstaining from the tainted ambiguities of political conflict. But it does mean that we ultimately belong to a much better story, where one day the tears will be wiped from every eye, the lion will lie down with the lamb, and the prodigal will be welcomed home. It means that our highest commitment is not to defeat our enemies but to make the divine love story of amazing grace come true for everyone.
Everyone was tempted to look for strong leaders in times of turmoil, he said. “We are seeing powerful figures rise who claim to be the ones to make their nation great again. Trump that if you want,” he joked.
The Economist attempts to explain the strange role that religion plays in American electoral politics.
Updated What is the role of religious leaders when political choices and campaign rhetoric have moral and theological implications? Do we speak up or shut up?
Does your faith affect how you vote? What factors do you consider when deciding how–or if–to vote in party primaries?
Indeed, in the eyes of the public, being a nonbeliever remains a bigger drawback than having had an extramarital affair (37% say they would be less likely to support a candidate who had been unfaithful), having had personal financial troubles (41% say they would be less likely to support a candidate who had had financial struggles) – Pew Research
The Archbishop of Canterbury supports military action against ISIS and also asks to counteract the ideas that are behind these kinds of organizations.
Texas Governor Greg Abbot told non-profits agencies and faith-based organizations to stop work with Syrian refugees or he will pull funding to those groups that come through the state.
UPDATED: Here is a sample of some of the Episcopal Bishops who have responded to the governors who have closed the doors of their states to Syrian refugees.