Faith & Justice

What do you remember about January 6, 2021 and the videos taken by people who were there? I am NOT talking about the various commentary by any of the media or by politicians. I remember being baffled by signs that said “Jesus Saves” next to signs calling for the execution of a political leader. I saw people beating police and bystanders gathering next to people praying in Jesus’ name. Praying for what, I wonder? There were many Christian symbols on flags, clothing, and signs. I thought how can these Christians be so hateful in the name of Christ? (Keith Wyma preached on this subject on August 31, 2025. You can find his sermon on the church’s YouTube channel, through the website.)

Since the storming of the capitol, a new term has entered the nation’s vocabulary- debated across all news sources, social media, and dinner tables. What do you know about Christian Nationalism? Whitworth’s Faith and Justice Team has been disturbed by the growing rhetoric and action of hate and elitism in the US disguised as patriotism. What does the Bible say about Nationalism, and how does it align with the gospel of Jesus? The Faith and Justice team will be exploring this topic together and we invite you along on the journey.

There are many excellent, well researched and informative books about Christian Nationalism. We have chosen to begin by reading Disarming Leviathan by Caleb E. Campbell and invite you to read along. Copies of this book and other resources on the subject are available in the Faith and Justice nook in the Welcome Center. (Additionally, it is available through the public library).

For the team,

Julie Bohman, Faith and Justice Chair