Dana Owens

Any time scripture gets used to justify violence or war against others, or to limit the rights and freedoms of individuals, we should be on our guard. Spiritual freedom is at the heart of Swedenborg’s theology…

At this critical juncture in our culture and history, we stand not alone; in a very real way, the ancestors are all at our backs, with us in our hearts and minds.

At the heart of Swedenborgian theology is a fundamental concept of freedom: that we must all be left in freedom to choose (the good of God, or the selfish loves of ourselves and the world).

As a community, we are nevertheless called upon to “be a light in the darkness,” and to broadcast a (gospel) message of hope, love, and redemption. I hope the beauty of the late spring can give you courage and conviction to meet this moment.

We might feel powerless at circumstances that seem far outside of our control, but more than ever, we need to find solace in one another’s company – for we are truly not alone.