This is Part 4 of a post that has covered four weeks. How do we make a difference in the world? How do we participate in the political process? What does that question have to do with Foolish Church? Take a look back at the earlier weeks for how advocacy starts personal, how it's rooted in relationship, and the basics of entering into this work. It must be said that trying to change things can be exhausting. There is always so much going on, so many people trying to enlist your help. In my news feed and e-mails over the past week, I’ve been invited to --advocacy days on mental … [Read more...] about Becoming an Advocate, Changing the World: Rhythm & Rest (Part 4)
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Becoming an Advocate, Changing the World: How to Start (Part 3)
If you’re like me, your work of advocacy on public, political issues began with a click. It was an easy beginning. I’d see something on Facebook, or in an e-mail or article, asking me to sign a petition that would change the world for the better. “Sure,” I’d think, “I agree with this!” CLICK. Add my name and zip code. Done! The trouble with what I call click-and-go advocacy is that it can give us the illusion of having done something when, really, we (pretty much) haven’t. I’m sure those e-gathered “signatures” get tallied and delivered to politicians, with all kinds of bluster about how … [Read more...] about Becoming an Advocate, Changing the World: How to Start (Part 3)
Becoming an Advocate, Changing the World: It Starts Personal (Part 1)
This is Part 1 of a post that will span a few weeks. It feels timely, with the start of the Iowa’s legislative session this week. How do we participate in the political process? What does that question have to do with Foolish Church? Stay tuned as we consider these questions. Have you noticed? The people who spend the most energy getting things fixed in the world are the people who are most directly affected by what was wrong. One part of me thinks this is as it should be; those most directly affected should shape the fix. The other part thinks if we love—really love—our … [Read more...] about Becoming an Advocate, Changing the World: It Starts Personal (Part 1)