Political Attacks on Walz’s Church? Good Grief.
This issue of A Public Witness shows up like a hotdish with, dontcha know, a look at Minnesota Nice Lutherans and why, gosh darn it, the attacks on Walz’s church are worse than Wisconsin.
Clergy Dish Up Meatball Sundaes, Pickle Ice Pops and a Little Faith at the Minnesota State Fair
Faith offerings are plentiful and deep-rooted at the late-summer agricultural fairs that, nationwide, bring together 4-H children parading their prize animals and political candidates unleashing their ambitions.
Court Sides With Amish Families in Case That Pits Septic Tank Rules Against Religious Beliefs
A three-judge panel ruled that the government “failed to demonstrate a compelling state interest” to justify overriding the religious freedom of the Amish families that challenged state regulations governing the disposal of gray water.
Queen Lauds Minnesota Church’s Century of Norwegian Worship
Before attending the packed Sunday morning service, Queen Sonja of Norway praised Mindekirken congregation for having maintained worship in Norwegian for all 100 years that the church has existed in Minneapolis.
Derek Chauvin’s Guilty Verdict Might be an Exodus for America
The guilty verdict of former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd might be an exodus for America. Tuesday may be the day that the ancient account of God’s deliverance becomes as important to America as it has been to the
Faith Leaders Hope Chauvin Verdict Lifts Racial Justice Work
Faith leaders in Minnesota and across the United States expressed hope that their advocacy work for racial justice will gain momentum from the guilty verdict rendered against Derek Chauvin, the former police officer convicted of killing George Floyd.
Who Killed George Floyd? Don’t Blame Good Samaritans.
Starlette Thomas: George Floyd died in police custody, and all the Good Samaritans were prevented from intervening. So, who could be a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of the police? Read full piece
Black Pastor Takes Stand Against Southern Baptist Race Statement
Black pastors say seminary leaders undid progress. Read full piece
Guard Chaplains Reflect on Floyd Protests, Lessons Learned
National Guard troops were deployed during this summer’s widespread unrest over racial injustice following George Floyd’s death. Now chaplains say they’re working on main lessons learned from those tumultuous times for whenever they may be mobilized again.
Faith Leaders in Dual Roles Guiding Churches & Police
Pastors, including Baptists, who serve as police chaplains in the Twin Cities in Minnesota believe their calling involves ministering to their churches and the local police. These dual roles are highlighted as protests continue after the police killing of George Floyd.