Juneteenth

Reflection

“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free person, there is not male and female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” ~ Galatians 3:28

Prayer

God of true freedom,

As we celebrate this day that commemorates the end of chattel slavery in the United States, help us to be attentive to the many ways people remain enslaved in our world. Inspire us through the gift of your Holy Spirit to affirm the common humanity we share, to commit ourselves to the liberation of our sisters and brothers, and to dedicate our lives to building a world of justice and peace. We make this prayer through Christ Jesus, our risen Lord. Amen.

Call to Action

What one action can I take today, or what one commitment can I make, that will contribute to the end of slavery in the modern world in all its forms?