Activist

 The prophetic words of social activist Dorothy Day continue to challenge and inspire my work:

“Why was so much done in remedying social evils instead of avoiding them in the first place?”
 

As a minister of the Gospel, I am committed to responsible, transformative activism that confronts the root causes—not merely the symptoms—of injustice. My vocation compels me to engage faithfully in dismantling systemic oppression while advocating for equity, dignity, and compassion in both church and society.

Whether in the pulpit, the public square, or through the written word, I strive to raise awareness of the exclusionary structures and behaviors that marginalize and silence entire communities. I consistently invite individuals and institutions to move beyond divisive ideologies toward the hopeful vision of God’s Beloved Community—a place where difference is no longer a barrier and where all have equal access to the abundance of God’s creation.

In a world battered by hatred, violence, environmental degradation, and educational neglect—especially of our most vulnerable children—we can no longer afford to operate from the safety of ivory tower abstractions. Authentic activism demands more than identifying social problems; it requires cultivating creative, courageous alternatives that embody the world we hope to see.

I believe that nonviolent cooperation has the power to reconcile war-torn nations and to restore peace in gang-impacted neighborhoods. Environmental justice can safeguard creation for future generations. Children’s minds can be liberated through equitable education, preventing the school-to-prison pipeline. True social activism envisions and enacts abundant life for all forms of life on this beautifully diverse planet.