Asa David Coulson
@kingasa.bsky.social
Anglican Priest in The Episcopal Church. Doctoral student Drew University. π Dog Dad. π¦΄Queer. π³οΈβπ NNJ/NYC. πΊοΈ Trying to LOVE Jesus & Others. β€οΈ Romans 12. π He/Him.
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Violating hospitality is one of the oldest proscriptions across so many cultures.
Thinking about whoever said that by accepting a meal from people and then arresting them ICE agents broke a cultural taboo that was invented by, like, the first humans to set up a tent
February 1, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Violating hospitality is one of the oldest proscriptions across so many cultures.
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The civil rights museum in Greensboro has a room filled with mugshots of college students and activists arrested during civil rights protests. None of the people DHS is trying to shame will feel anything other than proud of themselves.
I'm starting to think the Trumpist mastery of propaganda is failing them. The DHS agents posing this way makes it look like they're ashamed of themselves.
January 28, 2026 at 9:40 PM
The civil rights museum in Greensboro has a room filled with mugshots of college students and activists arrested during civil rights protests. None of the people DHS is trying to shame will feel anything other than proud of themselves.
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First woman leader of the Church of England confirmed in ancient ceremony reut.rs/4bjIe6d
First woman leader of the Church of England confirmed in ancient ceremony
Sarah Mullally was officially confirmed on Wednesday as the first woman to lead the Church of England as Archbishop of Canterbury in a traditional ceremony at St Paul's Cathedral in London.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First woman leader of the Church of England confirmed in ancient ceremony reut.rs/4bjIe6d
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MAGA mistook caring about people for weakness, and is uncomfortable seeing that itβs strength.
January 26, 2026 at 1:59 AM
MAGA mistook caring about people for weakness, and is uncomfortable seeing that itβs strength.
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Pastors working for ICE
Sex workers running mutual aid for immigrants
Which one looks more like Jesus???
Sex workers running mutual aid for immigrants
Which one looks more like Jesus???
January 21, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Pastors working for ICE
Sex workers running mutual aid for immigrants
Which one looks more like Jesus???
Sex workers running mutual aid for immigrants
Which one looks more like Jesus???
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At mass yesterday I especially noticed who hadnt been able to attend the last few Sundays because of ICE. Including a young kid who acolytes most weeks. They're okay but were pulled from school & sports, too.
Brown families, regardless of citizenship, are no longer free here.
Lord have mercy. π―
Brown families, regardless of citizenship, are no longer free here.
Lord have mercy. π―
January 19, 2026 at 1:03 PM
At mass yesterday I especially noticed who hadnt been able to attend the last few Sundays because of ICE. Including a young kid who acolytes most weeks. They're okay but were pulled from school & sports, too.
Brown families, regardless of citizenship, are no longer free here.
Lord have mercy. π―
Brown families, regardless of citizenship, are no longer free here.
Lord have mercy. π―
The Bishop of Newark called the clergy in our diocese to remember Christβs example 9 months ago during Holy Week. (John 15:13)
Yesterday my bishop said to all clergy, βI want to be very clear about this: If you are not willing to speak up, protect, & even lay down your life for all LGBTQ+ folks, immigrants, refugees, & other targeted minorities in this diocese then come & talk to me. I will help you find a new diocese.β π
January 18, 2026 at 5:42 PM
The Bishop of Newark called the clergy in our diocese to remember Christβs example 9 months ago during Holy Week. (John 15:13)
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In North Jersey and looking for a place to protest this weekend - peacefully and with strength and spirit? Come to Montclair Sundays WEEK 48!
Sunday 3 - 4
Corner of Bloomfield and Church, Montclair
Bring a can or box of food for Toni's Kitchen pantry.
www.mobilize.us/montclairsun...
Sunday 3 - 4
Corner of Bloomfield and Church, Montclair
Bring a can or box of food for Toni's Kitchen pantry.
www.mobilize.us/montclairsun...
Montclair Sundays Weekly Peaceful Protest Β· Montclair Sundays
We gather for an hour every Sunday to defend democracy with vigorous peaceful protest, community-building and activist inspo. We started in February and now we usually have 80 - 100 people. We provide...
www.mobilize.us
January 16, 2026 at 11:14 AM
In North Jersey and looking for a place to protest this weekend - peacefully and with strength and spirit? Come to Montclair Sundays WEEK 48!
Sunday 3 - 4
Corner of Bloomfield and Church, Montclair
Bring a can or box of food for Toni's Kitchen pantry.
www.mobilize.us/montclairsun...
Sunday 3 - 4
Corner of Bloomfield and Church, Montclair
Bring a can or box of food for Toni's Kitchen pantry.
www.mobilize.us/montclairsun...
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hearing from sources that Amelia Bedelia has been arrested in connection with the water-pouring assault. "but it was ICE headquarters," she said
January 16, 2026 at 12:58 AM
hearing from sources that Amelia Bedelia has been arrested in connection with the water-pouring assault. "but it was ICE headquarters," she said
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January 16, 2026 at 2:36 AM
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Iβm seeing posts from people (outside of MN) about how US citizens should carry their passports.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: βNo, I donβt have to show you any documentation.β
Because thatβs how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: βNo, I donβt have to show you any documentation.β
Because thatβs how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
January 16, 2026 at 12:17 AM
Iβm seeing posts from people (outside of MN) about how US citizens should carry their passports.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: βNo, I donβt have to show you any documentation.β
Because thatβs how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: βNo, I donβt have to show you any documentation.β
Because thatβs how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
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βNoem: U.S. Citizens Should Be Prepared To Show Proof.β
Did you vote for a βShow Me Your Papersβ society?
Did you vote for a βShow Me Your Papersβ society?
January 15, 2026 at 11:04 PM
βNoem: U.S. Citizens Should Be Prepared To Show Proof.β
Did you vote for a βShow Me Your Papersβ society?
Did you vote for a βShow Me Your Papersβ society?
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I think warrantless arrests are anti-American
January 15, 2026 at 11:40 PM
I think warrantless arrests are anti-American
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it's the big day
January 14, 2026 at 11:16 PM
it's the big day
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Good reminder from this state highway!
January 14, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Good reminder from this state highway!
The Susquehanna River. I grew up in the area where the river meets the Chesapeake Bay.
January 14, 2026 at 8:09 PM
The Susquehanna River. I grew up in the area where the river meets the Chesapeake Bay.
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There you have it; the Trump admin allows ICE lawyer James Rodden to stay on the job. His personal social media account praised Hitler, supported white nationalism, and said that America started going downhill the day that Lincoln was elected.
BREAKING: James Rodden, an ICE prosecutor who the Observer identified last year as the operator of an X account that posted βAmerica is a White nation," ββMigrantsβ are all criminals,β and apparent praise of Adolf Hitler, appeared to be back at work Tuesday.
www.texasobserver.org/ice-prosecut...
www.texasobserver.org/ice-prosecut...
ICE Prosecutor Who Runs Racist X Account Returns to Dallas Immigration Court
James Rodden, who the Observer identified last year as the operator of the account that routinely posted hateful statements, appeared to be back at work Tuesday.
www.texasobserver.org
January 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM
There you have it; the Trump admin allows ICE lawyer James Rodden to stay on the job. His personal social media account praised Hitler, supported white nationalism, and said that America started going downhill the day that Lincoln was elected.
Done! π Info for other New Jersey folks on hereβ¦
Super helpful article on the legislation that passed the NJ House and Sen and went to Governor Murphy's desk last night. He has til Jan 20 to sign this into law. Text his office at 732 605 5455. Calling his office this am (609 292 6000) i get hold music. newjerseymonitor.com/2026/01/12/l...
Divided NJ Legislature gives final passage to three anti-ICE bills β’ New Jersey Monitor
The bills would restrict when New Jersey cops can aid federal immigration agents. Critics say they trample on federal authority.
newjerseymonitor.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Done! π Info for other New Jersey folks on hereβ¦
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that we, surely trusting in thy defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries;
January 13, 2026 at 5:33 AM
that we, surely trusting in thy defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries;
Orβ¦ and hear me outβ¦ what if they all go on trial for actually being the domestic terrorists. βοΈ
Itβs worth considering that an overnight dismantling of ICE in 2029 would release into the wild a whole herd of specialists in violence with scant other marketable skills.
January 13, 2026 at 5:26 AM
Orβ¦ and hear me outβ¦ what if they all go on trial for actually being the domestic terrorists. βοΈ
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βBe not afraid.β
January 13, 2026 at 2:50 AM
βBe not afraid.β
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βI have asked the clergy of the diocese to make sure their affairs are in order and they have written their wills... It is time to put our bodies between the powers of this world and the most vulnerable.β
~
Bishop Rob Hirschfeld
Episcopal Diocese of New
Hampshire
Here's the shorter clip:
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Bishop Rob Hirschfeld
Episcopal Diocese of New
Hampshire
Here's the shorter clip:
January 11, 2026 at 5:18 PM
βI have asked the clergy of the diocese to make sure their affairs are in order and they have written their wills... It is time to put our bodies between the powers of this world and the most vulnerable.β
~
Bishop Rob Hirschfeld
Episcopal Diocese of New
Hampshire
Here's the shorter clip:
~
Bishop Rob Hirschfeld
Episcopal Diocese of New
Hampshire
Here's the shorter clip: