October 25, 2020 – DEVOTION: A Blog by Brethren Life and Thought

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The Anarchist’s Fast – A Sermon by John Jeremiah Edminster

Published on : October 25, 2020March 6, 2021 Published by : Chibuzo Nimmo Petty

Arise, O God, judge the earth: for thou shalt inherit all nations. – Psalm 82:8 KJV Fast with me: fast and pray on Election Day. The fasting is not to make your prayer any holier, or any more acceptable to God. It’s only to remind you that you’re at prayer, […]

Image Credit: Oakton Church of the Brethren

Image Credit: Alyssa Parker

Image Credit: Anabaptist Communicators

This image of Dirk Willems has become a famous representation of the Historic Peace Churches. Wilems was a martyred Anabaptist from Netherlands who escaped from prison, rescued his pursuer who had fallen through thin ice only to be recaptured, tortured, and killed for his faith.

Part of an art installation at the Community Room on King, the multipurpose space Veritas uses as its worship space and shares with local artists and community members throughout the week.