Choose life! God desires shalom, a beloved community, a way of life that honors the dignity of all people. Rather than treating people like they are disposable, Jesus calls us to a righteousness that reflects the very heart of God. We call it the baptismal life.

I don’t know about you, but that’s why I need a community of faith. I can’t do it on my own. We practice our faith together. We take deep breaths together. We make a difference together. We confess our sins and faults together. We stand against injustice, not with contempt for those with different viewpoints, but with empathy for the brokenness under the surface.