Sunday, July 05, 2026
Sunday Reflection: Faith and Fireworks
The 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence was a letdown for many people. Our nation is at a time of real division, and "patriotism" is becoming a synonym for fealty to the government and president. For many of us, it was a subdued time.
I love this country, but it is not as important as my faith-- and my faith leads me to worry about my country right now, as it seems to be veering towards cruelty, division, needless war, and a further demonization rather than love of those who have the least. If we say it is our faith that guides our actions and beliefs, that necessarily will pull against love of nation at some points in time-- and for many of us, this is that point in time.
It will get better. But we have to make it better, working with people of good faith and of all faiths (and those without a traditional faith). The root of much of our trouble is the failure of a value at the center of the Christian faith and many others: humility. That is strikingly clear at a time that patriotism seems to bear no hint of it. We must do better.
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Driving around Richmond we have seen very few American flags, and other such, displayed at homes. Much less than usual ... and far less than what we see for Christmas and Halloween decorations, etc. We have our flag out, however we are in the minority. We take it as a reflection of the deep ambivalence about the country right now and/or fear of being associated with MAGA. We share those feelings/concerns, yet felt it important to put out our flag.
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