Are you concerned about the rise of “Christian nationalism” and its call to end the separation of church and state? A 920-page manifesto published by Project 2025 is the playbook of the Heritage Foundation and more than 100 conservative groups, intent on merging American and Christian identities in order to privilege Christians and Christianity in US policy and law.
Monthly rallies have begun in greater Kansas City to lift up the alternate view of the Beloved Community, a term popularized by Martin Luther King, Jr. to describe the inclusive, egalitarian, and compassionate message of Jesus. In this view, separation of church and state is the best protection both for religious freedom and for democracy itself.
Leaders and members of Central USA and Midlands mission centers are engaged in the greater Kansas City "Call of the Beloved Community" movement, sponsored locally by MORE2 and Christians Against Christian Nationalism. A teach-in March 7 was followed by the first rally April 18. Community of Christ will be among faith movements that will plan a concluding rally on Independence Square, October 17.
Our October Rally is on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 at noon in Independence, Mo., beginning at the Peace Pavilion
Our last rally of the year might just be the biggest one--- but, only if you bring some folks along!
Thursday, Oct. 17th, NOON
Peace Pavilion
607 W. Lexington Avenue
Independence, Missouri 64050
Meet at Peace Pavilion, a children's museum, located two blocks west of the Courthouse Square, at 607 W. Lexington Avenue near downtown Independence. We will meet there, park there, begin the rally there. And then we will walk the short distance to the Courthouse steps where the Rally will continue and conclude. Free parking is available at and around the Peace Pavilion. ALL are welcome!
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