Tag Archives: Michael Brown

Let's not Just Make Noise, Let's Make a Difference: On the Night of No Indictment of Darren Wilson

Posted on November 25, 2014 by KGJ

I am supposed to be moved to write something, or say something, or craft some response to the news from Ferguson, Missouri. Something deep or inspiring. Instead, I am stunned. And sad. Existentially fretful. Deeply discouraged. I have nothing new … Continue reading →

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Notice Who Matters: The Sermon (Part 2 of 2)

Posted on August 17, 2014 by KGJ

August 17, 2014 Unitarian Society of Northampton & Florence  By Langston Hughes: What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun? Or fester like a sore– And then run? Does it stink like … Continue reading →

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Notice Who Matters: The Readings from Many Voices (Part I of 2)

Posted on August 17, 2014 by KGJ

The following readings were the heart of worship this morning at the Unitarian Society of Northampton & Florence, reading aloud by eleven different voices.  With two exceptions, you can click on the author of each of the readings to find … Continue reading →

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Stand (or Sit or Recline) on the Side of Love: Honoring the Life of Michael Brown, Witnessing His Murder

Posted on August 17, 2014 by KGJ

(Updated 9/1/14) Don’t turn away from the news. Find a way to read some of it. Be sure that if you do, that you also find stories of the heroes, the helpers, the resisters, the fighters, to help combat the … Continue reading →

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