Social Justice

Evangelical churches have always had their buzzwords, a unique insider's language that lets everyone know where you stand in theology and in relationship to God.

But mainline and liberal churches have their own discourse and keywords, and chief among the words we like to throw around is "social justice." The word has been used so frequently that I'm frankly tired of it. Whatever inspiration it once had, has now drained from it. Not only that, but I don't think it conveys what we want it to, which certainly complicates the ability of progressives to get across their point. To some, it is unjust to take from the rich and give to the poor. To some, it is unjust to work for equality and fairness. To some, the word "justice" implies a negative, as in getting what one deserves.

But Jesus isn't about giving us what we deserve, but about opening us up to each other in radical ways.

I would much rather hear us talking about "social redemption" instead of "social justice." We as Christians should be working to redeem society, offering a path toward transformation and the ability to realize that the redemption we seek will redeem us as much as the thing we seek to redeem. What do others think? Has the buzzword been played-out? Does it convey what we want it to convey? Does social justice really capture the message and ministry of Jesus?

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The Importance of Our Galactic Family

The Myanmar cyclone-stricken people present an excellent example of our planetary situation. Even though thousands of people are suffering, Myanmar’s government has refused outside help. The people do not know that many countries are waiting just outside their borders to assist them. They think no one cares; they believe they are alone.

Earth humans have been taught that we are alone in the cosmos. We are told that the technologies we presently use are all that are available. Millions of Earth humans are suffering horrendously. They are told there are no solutions to their problems; there are no cures for their diseases. Millions feel totally deserted by God and any other intelligent beings on our planet or elsewhere.

Both scenarios are false. Thousands wait for permission to help the people of Myanmar. Thousands of space ships and members of our galactic family wait for permission to assist the people of Earth. In both cases, the government/governments refuse to allow the assistance. The U.S. Air Force has standing orders to shoot down all space ships upon sight. Even though our galactic family has the capability to neutralize our weapons and land en masse, they await our request for them to do so. They come in peace and refuse to do anything to give the opposite impression.

This is from a short talk I gave to a group of ministers last week and thought I'd share it here as well.

"At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom."

-- Blessed are the poor, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. --

Five of them were foolish and five were wise.

The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them. The wise, however, took oil in jars along with their lamps. The bridegroom was a long time in coming, and they all became drowsy and fell asleep.

-- In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus came to his disciples and found them sleeping, and he said to Peter, “So, could you not stay awake with me one hour?” --

"At midnight the cry rang out: 'Here's the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!'
"Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps. The foolish ones said to the wise, 'Give us some of your oil; our lamps are going out.'

-- a smoldering wick he will not snuff out --

" 'No,' they replied, 'there may not be enough for both us and you. Instead, go to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.' "

-- Jesus answered, "If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me." --

But while they were on their way to buy the oil, the bridegroom arrived.

Below I will quote from a Mayday Alert posted on numerous websites. I do so with the hopes that churches and American citizens will hold our planet in prayer throughout May 1-8, 2008. It is my understanding that Captain Eric H. May has documented that similar terror drills were taking place on 9/11/01 and on 7/7/05 when the bombings took place in the United Kingdom.

I now quote.

SITUATION:
"Disturbing nationwide terror drills began today [5/1], and will continue until May 8. They involve simulated terrorism and catastrophe, then end in a rehearsal of martial law. Last weekend, we co-authored
'MAYDAY ALERT! - Terror Drills Could Go Live!' so that the American people would be aware of the danger inherent in such terror drills. Bush administration officials could use them to set up actual terror events and bring about actual martial law.

Bush administration war preparations have increased since the weekend. It has sharply escalated its war rhetoric against Iran, and has maneuvered another aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln, into the Persian Gulf. Pentagon sources report that they are preparing to attack Iran, if ordered. Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has said that a Navy/Air Force attack on Iran is quite possible.

What’s Really Happening in America?

Former U.S. State Department Language Interpreter for Presidents and other top governmental officials, Fred Burk, has been very active since his resignation conducting research on the myriad cover-ups being inflicted upon the American people. His article entitled “Introduction: What’s Really Going On Here?” gives an overview of some of these cover-ups.

In order to be truly effective as activists, we need to know what is really going on in our nation. Otherwise, we can spin our wheels needlessly working on what amounts to distractions set in place by those in charge of the cover-ups.

Burk’s article is very important and needs to be easily accessible. For that reason, I have posted it on my website: www.pathwaytoascension.com. Look to the top right of my home page … the link is entitled “What’s Really Happening in America?” I will leave this article in a stationary position for the foreseeable future.

Burk has established an excellent website: www.wanttoknow.info to which many professional researchers submit their findings. I strongly encourage those who visit Crossleft to also visit Burk’s site -- and -- to read his Introductory article on my site.

I would like to propose a most powerful project for Crossleft ... that of coming together in prayer/meditation in which we are all intending the same thing.

The one common denominator we share on Crossleft is that we are disciples of Christ. We may disagree in numerous ways; but, let us rise above the level of disagreements to the level of the "mind that was in Christ Jesus." A Scriptural verse as the basis for joining hands in prayer could be: "[We] can do all things through Him who strengthens [us]." (Philippians 4:13)

Let us lift our conscious awareness above any thoughts that we know what is best for our nation and planet. Only God knows.

Throughout the coming days/nights, whenever we can, let us visualize our nation and planet saturated with the light of God. I like to see white light as the Divine Light of God. Focus your attention on this Light and hold the picture in your mind.

Let us also visualize our nation and planet saturated with the Divine Love of God. I like to see a rose pink color depicting the Love of God. Focus your attention on this Love and hold the picture in your mind.

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Why do this? Our nation and planet is permeated with mind controlling energies, subliminal messages, and harmful frequencies that disrupt the natural vibrations of nature and people. They are destroying us and this planet.

For the past couple of months, I have frequently driven to a nearby location where I can view the sunset. Awe-inspiring ... breathtaking ... beautiful beyond words ... are feeble attempts at describing the loveliness displayed. Looking up, the sky becomes God’s cathedral enfolding our planet ... the indigo, white, rose pink, and gray clouds are transformed into heavenly stained glass windows, shimmering in the light of the Sun. Looking up, I am aware of our planet nestled within a universe of planets, stars, and Suns. Looking up, I pray the Lord’s Prayer for our planet.

On the other hand, I observe drivers speeding past a lovely sunset ... people walking along the roadside ... church members parking their cars nearby and going inside ... few, if any, look up long enough to behold the heavenly vision surrounding them. All are engrossed in the tasks at hand ... tasks that seem, to us, to be vital to our earth plane lives. Yet, these very tasks tend to separate us from the much more comprehensive drama of God’s unfolding plan for our planet. They cause us to look down ... to forget that our lives are taking place on a planet ... within a solar system ... within a galaxy ... within a cosmos.

The topic this year is solidarity, migration and reconciliation. We will be honoring Fr. Gene Squeo for his work in the areas of rights for all immigrants and advocacy for Haiti. The event is being co-sponsored by the Haiti Solidarity Network of the Northeast (HSSNE) and it will be held at St. Patrick’s Church and School in Jersey City on April 19th.

We have a wonderful program planned with several dynamic speakers including:

Bishop Thomas Gumbleton, the former president of Pax Christi USA

Sr. Clare Nolan, the NGO representative to the UN for the Sisters of the Good Shepherd

Tonie Malone a Pax Christi Ambassador of Peace, member of HSNNE and a founding member of Pax Christi NJ

Georgette Delinois president of HSSNE

Rev. Petero Sabune, Protestant Pastor at Sing Sing Correctional Facility

Juan Carlos Ruiz of the New Sanctuary Movement.

All parents, teachers, ministers, doctors, and other professionals need to read STAR KIDS: THE EMERGING COSMIC GENERATION. This book can be downloaded free from www.drboylan.com. Scroll down his home page to the listing.

Dr. Richard Boylan's latest book entitled: STAR KIDS: THE EMERGING COSMIC GENERATION is a Must Read! The amazing kids we see today are most likely Star Kids. According to Dr. Boylan, a behavioral scientist, researcher, and former Catholic priest, of the 60 million American children ages 0-14 years, 85% are Star Kids. Of the 39 million American children/young adults ages 15-24 years, 73% are Star Kids/Adults. The vast majority of children being born during the early years of the 21st century are Star Kids.

These very advanced children most often find living on this planet very difficult. Many end up being misdiagnosed and placed on medication, stifled by a family who has no preparation for dealing with such advanced children, and bored silly in our public schools where the lessons are oriented to the lowest common denominator. Our churches have not a clue as to how to deal with Star Kids. Their very existence flies in the face of orthrodox Christianity.

DENNIS KUCINICH
The One True Voice for We the People
Nancy Detweiler

I worked on Dennis Kucinich’s presidential campaign in 2004. Although I have not met him in person, I came to know him as one of the finest men on this planet. To work on his campaign was a spiritual experience. To call his national campaign office was a blessing. Why? Because those of us who worked for him were striving to transform this nation into the magnificent country it was created to be. We knew Kucinich has the ability to lead us, the citizens responsible for this nation, in doing just that!

Kucinich insisted that his campaign be characterized by the same integrity, positive attitude, honesty, and high ideals that he demonstrates each day of his busy, creative life. We were working for a statesman of such high quality that we could be proud to share his words with the public … to vote for him knowing that our country will be in superior hands with Kucinich in the White House.

If Kucinich is such an exceptional presidential candidate, why did we not see him proclaimed endlessly in the mass media?