A block of text superimposed over a photo depicting civil rights leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. The text reads: The Bible is filled with images of the Good Shepherd tending his flock and a Mother Eagle drawing her young under her wing, images of hosting abundance and offering grace. But the Bible has images of a Warrior God too; dominating and raining violence. What we worship, we become. We, like those of the past, are asked to choose.

A block of text super imposed on an image of a protest for the National Farm Worker's Association. The text reads: The Good Shepherd is the image chosen by Jesus. Perhaps we may have the courage to choose it as well. And we can work to be it, to embody it just like people of faith before us. We see it in King and Huerta, in Ruston and Truth. For these shepherds and hundreds and thousands more, we give thanks. For our courage to become a good shepherd, we pray. Amen.

An Excerpt from "Oh Good Shepherd" by Rev. Debra McKnight. Read more here:
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This week…I have felt some deep sadness and maybe you have too. I watched the inauguration, learned of the Governor’s bill 556 to put kids in jail and feel stunned. Then the news of raids…so I served ketchup at school. Thank you beautiful people and organizations for giving me hope.

Bill tracking 101. Sunday, Feb 2nd 1-3 pm, Virtually via zoom. This workshop will focus on the basics of the nebraska legislature, how to keep track of bills, and how to stay engaged.

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If you’re a young person wanting to get involved in the legislative process, join us this Sunday from 1-3PM at Urban Abbey for a Youth Testimony Workshop! You’ll learn the ins-and-outs of how to testify and learn about proposed bills affecting young people. #youthadvocacy #nebraskalegislature