I am so glad I tuned in the National Cathedral Prayer Service for National Unity this morning. I always enjoy the pageantry of the National Cathedral. It's interesting to see the heads of so many of the religions in our country and to see how they robe or don't robe for such an auspicious occasion. I have to say, the Episcopal crowd are as berobed as any and the LDS representative in his tailored suit was pretty basic.
But appearances aside, the church folk were unanimous in their calls on behalf of the poor and downtrodden, women and LGBT+ folk, immigrants documented and not. There were many calls for justice, but none so clear as the sermon by Bishop Mariann Budde. She truly preached truth to power, speaking directly to the President calling on him to consider those made insecure by his actions. I was so proud of her and now I worry if he'll find some form of retribution against her and our denomination.
I wish I had a transcript of her sermon because it was so soft, yet powerful. She called for unity as one might expect, but she was specific in three areas where unity is crucial.
So, to the National Cathedral and all the religious leaders and the people who worked so hard on prayers and music, I thank you. It was just what I needed.
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