Friendship – May 26, 2021
“When we are given the vision of God’s justice for our nation, we will give our lives to further that vision. If you are not intimately involved with someone who is oppressed under the power systems of our nation, don’t let the week pass without getting to know such a person. That friendship could be […]
“Our Better Angels” Album Release, Gemstones in the Sun Movement Chaplains, Festival Center: Building a Space for Justice
Award-winning Azalea City Recordings artist, Washington Folk Festival favorite and long-time Church of the Saviour member Jesse Palidofsky teams up with an All-Star band featuring clarinetist/saxophonist Seth Kibel, violinist Christine Kharazian, bassist Bob Abbott and harmony vocalist/percussionist Rachel MorganIm for the Folklore Society of Greater Washington-sponsored livestream release of Jesse’s new recording, Our Better Angels–which was produced in Toronto by world class producer Ken Whiteley. Come celebrate hundreds of millions of Covid vaccination shots […]
Let Justice Roll Down – Mar. 10, 2021
“God of Ahmaud Arbery,Let justice roll down and destroy that which believes it has a right to hunt Black bodies like animals. Let it drown out every voice that is heard too often, every voice that justifies and enables systems of torture and violence and murder. And when its waters still, may we have the […]
Persecuted – Feb. 25, 2021
“Jesus said, Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness sake for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessings to those who are dislocated for the cause of justice; their new home is in the province of the universe.Health to those who are dominated and driven apart because they long for a firm foundation; their […]