I appreciate everything he has written, but in particular, I cannot tell you how much it means to me for my bishop to specifically state that he expects everyone in our synod to speak out for trans people. For families like mine.

Things are awful, and this gives me hope.

"... and that all people should be afforded the benefit of public policies that reflect the truth of God’s unconditional grace and mercy upon them."

"I believe these values are bi-partisan and non-partisan and cut across party lines. We should agree that all people bear the image of God, that all people deserve respect, honor, and safety in their homes and houses of worship...

"... any & all children of God targeted by policies that erase identities, displace people from their homelands, & impose domination of belief & identity upon others. I expect all members of the New England Synod to advocate for science & care for creation for the sake of all future generations."

"Regardless of your party affiliation or support for, or opposition to, the President, I expect all members of the New England Synod, in their callings as the baptized body of Christ and in their vocations as citizens, to speak out on behalf of transgender persons, immigrants, Palestinians, and ...

Genuine answer? No. Absolutely not.

Jesus have mercy.

Have you additionally enjoyed Caroline Shaw's "Orange," a full suite of chamber music dedicated to the noble orange? It's BRILLIANT.

Thank you, @tamorapierce.bsky.social, for all you've done for us, and Maia for the gorgeous art.