Sheltering and nurturing the children of God
"Mass shootings continue to be a life-stealing issue, but the church has the tools to find the capacity to prophetically respond," writes Alex Evangelista.
We agree American gun violence has reached epidemic proportions. We don't agree on the changes necessary to heal our national wounds, protect our children and foster peace. This special issue of the Outlook engages a variety of voices in faithful conversation on how people of faith can interrupt and rewrite the tragic American story of gun violence.
"Mass shootings continue to be a life-stealing issue, but the church has the tools to find the capacity to prophetically respond," writes Alex Evangelista.
"I was prepared for this book to focus on Black pain and trauma but ... The authors focus on liberation, redemption and transformation rather than the trauma." — Quantisha Mason-Doll
"Imes writes like I imagine she teaches — producing thoughtful discussion that invites students to engage with pop culture references to pieces of daily life (like Netflix) as well as to explore the Bible from Genesis to Revelation."
"I was immediately centered by his view of the Christmas story through a post-traumatic lens; Mary and Jesus were human, one of us, and experienced trauma."
Amy Pagliarella reviews Shane Claiborne's latest book.
For gun-owning Presbyterians, control is – and isn’t – a cut-and-dried issue, Leslie Scanlon finds.
David Lincicum makes a Christian case for repealing the Second Amendment.
Otis Moss III wonders when we will love enough to recognize everyone’s right to live.
Gun violence prevention minister Deanna Hollas unmasks the powers behind the gun violence epidemic in the United States and provides proven actions you and your congregation can take to help save lives.
Christopher Hays ponders where we can find hope in a worsening situation.
In each issue of the Outlook, we include a discussion guide to further reflect on the issue. We recommend using this guide in your Bible study, small group or book club. It's our invitation into a faithful conversation.
Here's what some readers are saying in response to our #EndGunViolence special issue released in June. Add your voice to the conversation!
For her June 2023 editorial, Teri McDowell Ott goes to her local gun shop to learn a different perspective. Afterwards, she wrestles with fear and love.
Sarah Bixler and Shelly Rambo, two theology professors who study trauma, discuss gun violence.
People of faith must continue to advocate for the passage of national gun-safety laws, writes the PC(USA)’s advocacy director for the Office of Public Witness & Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations Jimmie Hawkins.
Eric Nolin reviews the "No Small Endeavor" podcast with special attention given to a recent episode on gun violence.
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