Kim Hester
@pkbold.bsky.social
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I am wondering what I am teaching my son - at 10yrs old - how to fight for freedom. How to care for neighbor. How to disagree but still see the other as a human.
March 7, 2025 at 12:40 AM
I am wondering what I am teaching my son - at 10yrs old - how to fight for freedom. How to care for neighbor. How to disagree but still see the other as a human.
I remember being taught to be proud of our nation.
March 7, 2025 at 12:39 AM
I remember being taught to be proud of our nation.
I remember being told that our democracy was a beacon for other nations.
March 7, 2025 at 12:39 AM
I remember being told that our democracy was a beacon for other nations.
I remember learning in school about the 3 branches of government.
March 7, 2025 at 12:38 AM
I remember learning in school about the 3 branches of government.
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“God calls us to welcome the stranger and love the sojourner as we love ourselves.”
www.elca.org/news-and-eve...
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Presiding Bishop Eaton Issues Statement on Immigration Executive Orders
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January 29, 2025 at 2:29 AM
“God calls us to welcome the stranger and love the sojourner as we love ourselves.”
www.elca.org/news-and-eve...
www.elca.org/news-and-eve...
What are you doing to care for yourself today…so that you can do the work of caring for your neighbor?
January 29, 2025 at 3:27 PM
What are you doing to care for yourself today…so that you can do the work of caring for your neighbor?
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Speak out for those who cannot speak,
for the rights of all the destitute.
Speak out; judge righteously;
defend the rights of the poor and needy.
—Proverbs 31
for the rights of all the destitute.
Speak out; judge righteously;
defend the rights of the poor and needy.
—Proverbs 31
January 29, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Speak out for those who cannot speak,
for the rights of all the destitute.
Speak out; judge righteously;
defend the rights of the poor and needy.
—Proverbs 31
for the rights of all the destitute.
Speak out; judge righteously;
defend the rights of the poor and needy.
—Proverbs 31
This is NOT who America is…we do not leave care of all, especially those who are poor, sick, or face tragedy to churches & non-profits. Yes, the church will cont. to be there to support, assist, & live our call, but the United States of America & the government institution that we have a call too.
January 25, 2025 at 1:20 PM
This is NOT who America is…we do not leave care of all, especially those who are poor, sick, or face tragedy to churches & non-profits. Yes, the church will cont. to be there to support, assist, & live our call, but the United States of America & the government institution that we have a call too.
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When a clown moves into the White House, the clown does not become the President. The White House becomes a circus.
January 25, 2025 at 2:53 AM
When a clown moves into the White House, the clown does not become the President. The White House becomes a circus.
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DUI HIRE had to be carried out of the Senate by JDVance
January 25, 2025 at 2:53 AM
DUI HIRE had to be carried out of the Senate by JDVance
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Costco shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives, the US company said, sending a message running counter to the intense scrutiny many such corporate policies face. cnn.it/3PQdvlo
January 24, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Costco shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives, the US company said, sending a message running counter to the intense scrutiny many such corporate policies face. cnn.it/3PQdvlo
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Here is what everyday Germans had to say about Musk
January 24, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Here is what everyday Germans had to say about Musk
The Bishop was doing her job, in fact her call. And when has MERCY become a radical ideology. If you mean radical like Jesus, well I’m all in. #blessedarethemerciful
January 24, 2025 at 4:25 PM
The Bishop was doing her job, in fact her call. And when has MERCY become a radical ideology. If you mean radical like Jesus, well I’m all in. #blessedarethemerciful
Good morning. It’s a new day. How are you caring for yourself so you can care for others?
Me: I’m doing some art today.
Me: I’m doing some art today.
January 24, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Good morning. It’s a new day. How are you caring for yourself so you can care for others?
Me: I’m doing some art today.
Me: I’m doing some art today.
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The gospel cannot be truly preached without offense and tumult.
—Martin Luther
—Martin Luther
January 23, 2025 at 10:35 PM
The gospel cannot be truly preached without offense and tumult.
—Martin Luther
—Martin Luther
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NPR Exclusive: The Episcopal bishop of Washington spoke with NPR to discuss her sermon addressing President Trump and why she asked him to have mercy.
Bishop Mariann Budde tells NPR 'I won't apologize' for sermon addressing Trump
The Episcopal bishop of Washington spoke with NPR to discuss her sermon addressing President Trump and why she asked him to have mercy.
www.npr.org
January 23, 2025 at 12:07 AM
NPR Exclusive: The Episcopal bishop of Washington spoke with NPR to discuss her sermon addressing President Trump and why she asked him to have mercy.
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“I had a feeling that there were people watching what was happening and wondering, Was anyone going to say anything?” Bishop Mariann Budde explained. “Was anyone going to say anything about the turn the country’s taking?”
So, she took a breath, and spoke. nyti.ms/3WtmNY2
So, she took a breath, and spoke. nyti.ms/3WtmNY2
January 23, 2025 at 3:03 AM
“I had a feeling that there were people watching what was happening and wondering, Was anyone going to say anything?” Bishop Mariann Budde explained. “Was anyone going to say anything about the turn the country’s taking?”
So, she took a breath, and spoke. nyti.ms/3WtmNY2
So, she took a breath, and spoke. nyti.ms/3WtmNY2
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A brave soul speaking truth to power.
January 22, 2025 at 5:32 AM
A brave soul speaking truth to power.
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They really are.
January 22, 2025 at 12:30 AM
They really are.
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Brave yourselves for more of the like.
January 21, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Brave yourselves for more of the like.
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Today and in the coming days, remember
January 20, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Today and in the coming days, remember
A fun, stress-relieving activity yields a lovely pic. Enjoy.
December 22, 2024 at 7:48 PM
A fun, stress-relieving activity yields a lovely pic. Enjoy.