If there’s one place people should feel safe, it’s church. American Baptist Churches of New Jersey are encouraged to be sacred safe spaces –that is, to
“create compassionate healing communities that provide a safe place for the restoration of those who have experienced violence … encourage intentional practice of healthy relationships which include mutual respect, justice, love and peace for all persons.”
Open our eyes, Lord, to see the need, and open our hearts to those who hurt. Amen.
Well, so much for my suggesting to the pastor that I lead Krav Maga classes in the sanctuary.
Peace!
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