Sojo Mail - This Easter reveals what’s new

An Easter Sermon For Coronavirus Jim Wallis Easter was never meant to go back to normal; but was, and still is, intended to make all things new. For Christians, it means the proclamation of release over suffering, hope over despair, and life over death. Still, there is no special immunity from COVID-19 granted by physically gathering to worship God. You don’t love your neighbors by putting their health and their neighborhoods at risk. This will be the first Easter in recent memory when Christians across the globe will be unable to join with their fellow believers to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. One biblical text is gaining new meaning in this time is Matthew 18:20, which reads, “for where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” READ THE FULL ARTICLE Forward Share ADVERTISEMENT   Our Latest The Soul of the Nation with Jim Wallis The Soul of the Nation with Jim Wallis informs and inspires everyone from grassroots organizers to political leaders to examine our priorities in meeting the biblical call for social justice and — from that examination — to take action to promote racial and social justice, life and peace, and environmental stewardship. Weekly Wrap 4.10.20 The 10 Best Stories You Missed This Week (by the Web Editors ) Staying home for Easter, a cathedral converted to a hospital, defying despair, and more. Hallelujah, Do Not Hug Him (by Abby Norman) When Mary Magdalene sees Jesus for the first time, he tells her she cannot hold him for he has not yet fully ascended to heaven. ADVERTISEMENT   From the Magazine Will Churches Make Room for #MeToo? (by Jon Little) A review of The #MeToo Reckoning, by Ruth Everhart. ADVERTISEMENTS Pastor/Executive Director opening at Triune Mercy Center in Greenville, SC Seeking a pastor/executive director. Triune is a non-denominational mission church with a vibrant worship service that includes housed and homeless congregants, and a full-scale social service ministry. Description of the position and application process may be found at triunemercy.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Job Opening: Full-Time Pastor in Madison, WI First Baptist Church of Madison, WI, seeks a full-time pastor who has core ministry skills, such as preaching and pastoral care, and the ability to connect with contemporary culture. We strive to be a community for all regardless of religious beliefs, background, age, race, culture, gender, physical abilities, economic status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Application deadline: May 20, 2020.