Next meeting: April 16, 2020, 2 pm eastern / 1 pm central
Mark your calendar for very third Thursday.
Zoom link here - updated on 5/18/20
Phone: 301 715 8592 (ID: 670 383 266)
Network conveners:
The Rev. Marcia Ledford, Michigan
The Rt. Rev. Doug Sparks, Northern Indiana
Network description:
Marcia Ledford believes that political theology matters (PTM). Political theology involves us speaking our faith in the public square to work for greater social justice. “Public square” can mean lots of things. Calling our reps in government to discuss issues is an example of political theology (PT). Writing op-eds in the newspaper is, too. PT can range from a letter-writing campaign to organizing demonstrations and blogging on the internet. The possibilities are limitless with the Holy Spirit.
How do we know what to do when things are so complex? Where do we start? That’s what our PTM Network is about. It’s a place where we as progressive Christians can gather and talk about our issues and opportunities for public mission. We can share stories, ideas, strategies, resources, etc. It’s about being the Body of Christ in a broken world. Join us at the “ground floor” as we develop PTM Network into a vital and unique resource for the church to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world.
Marcia’s call includes preaching and teaching about our role as political theologians to call for justice, just as Jesus did. She offers encouragement for us to be more vocal about what the government does in our name. She reminds us, “Jesus didn’t have the First Amendment to protect him, but we do.”
Marcia is an Episcopal priest and civil rights attorney who holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Political Theology.
Phone: 301 715 8592 (ID: 670 383 266)
Network conveners:
The Rev. Marcia Ledford, Michigan
The Rt. Rev. Doug Sparks, Northern Indiana
Network description:
Marcia Ledford believes that political theology matters (PTM). Political theology involves us speaking our faith in the public square to work for greater social justice. “Public square” can mean lots of things. Calling our reps in government to discuss issues is an example of political theology (PT). Writing op-eds in the newspaper is, too. PT can range from a letter-writing campaign to organizing demonstrations and blogging on the internet. The possibilities are limitless with the Holy Spirit.
How do we know what to do when things are so complex? Where do we start? That’s what our PTM Network is about. It’s a place where we as progressive Christians can gather and talk about our issues and opportunities for public mission. We can share stories, ideas, strategies, resources, etc. It’s about being the Body of Christ in a broken world. Join us at the “ground floor” as we develop PTM Network into a vital and unique resource for the church to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world.
Marcia’s call includes preaching and teaching about our role as political theologians to call for justice, just as Jesus did. She offers encouragement for us to be more vocal about what the government does in our name. She reminds us, “Jesus didn’t have the First Amendment to protect him, but we do.”
Marcia is an Episcopal priest and civil rights attorney who holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Political Theology.
A working definition of Progressive Christian Beliefs
- God created us, we ordain all people;
- LGBTQ people must be able to marry the person of their choosing in the eyes of the church and under civil law;
- Racism is profoundly sinful and must be eradicated;
- While TEC recognizes that each abortion has a tragic dimension, women must have access to safe reproductive medical care;
- We are called to care for the marginalized;
- God gave us dominion over the earth to care for and enjoy it, and not to exploit and destroy it.
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