Gaza has been muted! Read CRS 2024 AMA Jerusalem Delegate Rev. Ronald A. Nathan’s second Love and Lament reflection, where he questions who pressed the mute button so that we are unable to hear the cries of Gaza’s babies, the sick, the aged, the hungry, and the prisoners.

Following the results of Election Day on November 5, 2024, CRS Board Member and Chairperson and Project Manager for the Illinois Alliance for Reentry & Justice Rev. Avalon Betts-Gaston shares her reflection on resilience and gifts from our ancestors.

Following the results of Election Day on November 5, 2024, CRS Board Member Dr. Ulysses W. Burley III shares his reflection for people of faith and Americans created in the image of an inclusive and affirming God, challenging them to embrace their feelings.

Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9495, a bill that could have devastating consequences for the nonprofit organizations that serve as lifelines to our communities and voices for our values. In times of trial and uncertainty, we are called to be watchful, discerning, and bold in our witness for justice.  

Following the results of Election Day on November 5, 2024, CRS Board Member and Imani Village Ambassador and Community Outreach Organizer Kevin Tyson shares his reflection, considering the rights of our children.

Following the results of Election Day on November 5, 2024, CRS Board Member and Michigan Conference Minister of the United Church of Christ Rev. Dr. Lillian Daniel shares her reflection from a swing state.

No matter the final ballot count, we must remember our mission and work continues. We must remain steadfast in our commitment to be vessels of love in the world - during our victories and amidst trials and disappointments. We can acknowledge our lamentations and remain on the wall as truth-tellers, prophetic witnesses, and good troublemakers.