Women of faith, the church needs you. The church needs you to stay. #DearChurch

#DearChurch we are calling you out that your space is supposed to be a safe space. For everyone.

#DearChurch Am I just a statistic to you?

#DearChurch “I don’t understand why you’re okay with hatred and hypocrisy being your legacy.”

#DearChurch please love everyone. If you’re not willing to do that, then please don’t call yourself “the church.”

"Jesus’ message is shocking not because he extends the boundaries to include outsiders. His message shocks because it doesn’t recognize boundaries at all." Greg Carey

We shared this prayer on our FB page this morning with heavy hearts.

Our team restocked our clothing closet at Mercy Springfield's Emergency Department this morning. This closet provides clothing, shoes, and basic supplies to patients who are in need. We are honored to work with Mercy in this practical way to love out loud on our community.

"Love is shown more in deeds, than in words." St. Ignatius of Loyola

May you be filled with courage and boldness today to speak the truth where it is needed and to show love when you have an opportunity to do so.

“Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, and please the widow's cause,” Isaiah 1:17

“When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” ― Paulo Coelho

Lord, use me to make a difference in the world around me today. Guide my words and my actions to reflect your heart for people and justice.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead

Join us for our virtual online service this evening at 6 PM as Shurita brings our message - buff.ly/3xeAgUh

"We need to normalize the fact that every family has dysfunction." Shurita #FamilyDysfunction #StoriesfromtheShadows

"Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you..." Psalm 55:22a

Happy First Day of School to teachers, students, and parents today!

Hello Springfield Area! This Thursday at 5:30pm in Lay Hall Auditorium on the Drury University Campus, I’ll be hosting a panel event with service providers in the community to discuss the issue of homelessness and discuss potential solutions. This event is open to the public. 1/