Messages on Activism & Justice (Page 2)
Neighbors & Helpers Featuring Holly O’Connell from A Path to Hope
Rev. Lee sits down with Holly O’Connell from local organization “A Path to Hope.” Inspired by her own experiences in finding mental healthcare for her son, Holly went on to found this organization which connects families with resources.
Neighbors & Helpers, Featuring Sean Williams from the LGBT Equality Alliance of Chester County
Rev. Lee sits down with Sean Williams to talk about the important work the LGBT Alliance of Chester County is doing in our community, and how we can help support them.
Shiny Happy People
Rev. Lee discusses the series “Shiny Happy People” which explores the troubling history of the Duggar family.
The Woman King
Rev. Lee shares a message based on the movie The Woman King. She touches on themes of bravery, gender expectations, and oppression, as she looks at the differences between the society portrayed in the movie, and the society we are living in today.
What Would Ralph Waldo Emerson Do?
To conclude this message series, Rev. Lee tells us about Ralph Waldo Emerson, and to help, Rev. Dr. Rob Hardies joins her via video.
What Would Mary do? Easter Sunday Message
Ministerial Intern, Beth Monhollen, shares with us a message about Mary Magdelene, and how her works would be viewed today. She also talks about trans women of color, and how Jesus and Mary Magdelene would have worked for their inclusion and acceptance.
What Would Bayard Rustin Do?
This week, Rev. Lee shares the story of Bayard Rustin, a black, LGBTQ civil rights leader from right here in Chester County, PA.
What Would John Lennon Do?
Today, lay preacher Rodney Whittenberg asks about what John Lennon, a rock star who inspired him with more than just his music.
What Would Jesus Do?
Today, Rev. Lee brings us back to the saying that inspired this entire message series, “What Would Jesus Do?”
What Would Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Do?
To introduce our new message series, “What Would [___] Do?” Beth Monhollen talks about Frances Ellen Watkins harper: an abolitionist, suffragist, author, poet, and so much more.
A Helper
In today’s message, Rev. Lee talks a bit about how, in the bible, Eve was originally identified not as a partner, but as “a helper.” We then get to hear from Carol Ruark, a WellSpringer working with disadvantaged children.
Threads of Purpose
Today, Beth Monhollen speaks with two guests. Steve Waldman talks about his volunteer work as chief engineer with a local fire department, and Majid Alsayegh talks about his work in interfaith connection, especially in the Middle East.