The situation of the + 30 million gypsies across Europe is similar. They are the excluded ones, the ones kept at a distance.
Good discipleship includes knowing how to pray and reflect on politics and engage as good citizens.
Christians may vote for different political parties but there is great significance in praying together in humility and unity for our nations and our continent. Here are some suggestions.
Fear of invasion and war. Fear of losing one’s cultural identity and community. Fear of climate disaster. Fear of demonization because of who I am or what I believe and say. Where to go for hope?
Evangelical politician Marc Jost: “In a society in which we often talk to each other via the media, we need conversations with ideological opponents”.
The evangelical Ylli Doci is the chairman of the Interreligious Council of Albania. But why does the Albanian Evangelical Alliance commit time to this interreligious work?
Is it possible to change the tone of the debate? Is it possible to speak up on abortion in a way that will increase support for both the woman and baby?
Has there been an increase in respect for freedom of thought, conscience and religion for all and the cultivation of a culture of civility? At least in Europe, the signs are not good.
The religious freedom report of the Protestant Association of Churches in Turkey goes to the government, politicians and media. Foreign embassies, EU, UN, Christian partners and human rights NGOs also receive copies.
What should happen as restrictions are loosened and as impatience for normality grows? Can Christians continue to promote both freedom and responsibility?
It can be tempting to rush to act or just to ask for help but not actually make it possible for this assistance to be given.
Surveys show that integrity is highly sought after in many workplaces but few can confidently define it.
We should defend the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. For, if we do not stand up against their erosion or redefinition, we will be consenting by default to enormous injustice.
Four ideologies can become an intolerant and dangerous idol: secularisation, left-wing populism, nationalism and liberal values dogmatism.
What if, when a police chief or politician spoke about human trafficking, we were ready to respond with our stories and expertise?
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