Chaplains! How comfortable are you serving a client, patient, or staff person who does NOT wish to pray or engage in prayer? This poll is anonymous.

More than three years ago, I set out to determine how many children in America lost parents to gun violence. Today, we published a story that, for the first time, answers that question: at least 41 a day. (thread) washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/inter…

Native Americans in the United States should not have to pay income taxes or property taxes, period.

This whole thread is worth a read. I'm QTing this tweet because I'm in a liberal state and hadn't seen a way to take helpful action. Working at the federal level makes all kinds of sense to me.

TIL

Of particular interest to #NeoPagans, perhaps especially to those of us who have never seen a standing stone or barrow in person. (thread and replies)

During the last 10 nights of Ramadan, many Muslims spend more time in Mosques in contemplation & prayer. Mosque ceilings are designed to reflect the magnificence of the universe. For Ramadan, here are spectacular details of 24 Mosque ceilings from around the world… A thread…

Pass the word to the teens you know. #ReadBannedBooks

Cis people: I need you to understand (and help others understand) that “the trans debate” is NOT relevant “to only a small number of people” but to everyone. Thread below for why: (This is focused on cis women, but cis dudes I need you to listen too. You are also in danger.)

"Unpacking the Status-Leveling Burden for Women in Male-Dominated Occupations" #surgeons #women #patriarchy Via Sekina RajiOlarinoye

A short thread. #science #magic

OP added: Obviously I meant "single occupancy". Also, this follow-up thread: x.com/avkirbyphd/sta…

What actually happens during mandatory wellness training modules?

Theologically sound, in my opinion. Probably true as well for ritual of all religions/none.

Do you remember when you joined Twitter? I do! #MyTwitterAnniversary

Food for thought for me. And possibly for others of my ilk.

You can name the stars anything you want to. No one will stop you. No one gave the other guys permission.

There are certain people you cared for professionally who you never forget. And regrets, sometimes, for actions that could have been more skillfully taken. There are certain events that bring all that back. #ThirdDegreeBurns #ThoseWeCarry The Haunted One

Thought of you, @itsalldhamma. Interesting replies, too.