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Today, we reflect on the history of #Juneteenth as we celebrate freedom for all. Learn more about the history and celebration of Juneteenth at Juneteenth.com #FreedomDay #Juneteenth

What is Juneteenth? We honor this day on June 19, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. To learn more about the interesting story of this important event this, I suggest reading this article from the History Channel!

What is Juneteenth? We honor this day on June 19, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. To learn more about the interesting story of this important event this, I suggest reading this article from the History Channel!

New Post: The Challenge of Faith and Good Citizenship in 2024 Editor’s Note: Last week I wrote about the challenges I see in responding to the threat White Christian Nationalism presents to our democracy. This week, a friend and retired Lutheran pastor Mark Docken, provides a thoughtful explanation of why understanding and responding to Christian Nationalism is complex and important.  https://buff.ly/3Z0KCJ5

What is Juneteenth? We honor this day on June 19, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. To learn more about the interesting story of this important event this, I suggest reading this article from the History Channel!

What is Juneteenth? We honor this day on June 19, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. To learn more about the interesting story of this important event this, I suggest reading this article from the History Channel!

What is Juneteenth? We honor this day on June 19, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. To learn more about the interesting story of this important event this, I suggest reading this article from the History Channel!

The Founding Fathers and Biblical Ideas: Creating a World of Liberty and Justice Discover how the Founding Fathers integrated biblical ideas into their vision of a prosperous and just society. Join us as we explore their writings and their commitment to liberty, justice, and human dignity. Let's discuss whether America was ever good and the importance of opposing tyranny. #FoundingFathers #BiblicalIdeas #LibertyAndJustice #Prosperity #HumanDignity #America #OpposingTyranny #HistoricalInsights #JusticeForAll #Freedom

Some of the most powerful voices against Christian Nationalism belong to Christian leaders who know best why the theocratic political movement is a threat not only to American democracy but to the witness of the church as well. There is a lot of energy and activism out there, and it’s being led by a broad coalition of Christians, non-Christians and nonreligious activists. Standing shoulder to shoulder, we’re going to give Christian Nationalists what they most fear: a united force of Americans from all walks of life who are determined to defend our democracy and its cherished principles, notably the separation of church and state. https://lnkd.in/dc-sgrMm

The history of the United States is taught with significant gaps and falsehoods. In order to be fully informed about the United States, its politics, and its history, decolonizing our understanding is essential. This requires an inspection of settler colonialism, Manifest Destiny, and the Doctrine of Discovery, as well as how these hugely influential concepts and policies have infused every aspect of American culture. Together, these three concepts truly form the foundation of America as a country.