Bear Peace

Not too long ago, a Norfolk southern train carrying Vinyl Chloride, a toxic chemical, derailed in East Palestine, OH. The derailment lead to a fire that lasted for days and evacuation of the small town. This chemical can have harmful consequences to both people and the environment.

In areas of war and conflict, acts sexual violence upon innocent lives has skyrocketed. These acts violate the dignity of a person and leave last traumatic effects on victims, especially children. Stop the violence!

Food insecurity is a global issue that people here in the Dayton community face everyday. God calls us to serve our brothers and sisters. We can do so by donating money, time, or food to fight the battle of hunger.

As women continue to fight for equality we stand with them with unwavering support. The unjust death of Masha Amini sparked a wave of protests for women's rights in Iran. We pray for women everywhere facing discrimination in the countries and homes.

We are in the heart of hurricane season right now. Currently many people in Florida, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic are seeking hurricane relief. Hurricanes Ian and Fiona were intense storms that destroyed homes, farmland, crops, and families. Climate change is a huge factor in the growing intensity of hurricanes and other weather events.

Recently Patagonia's founder, Yvan Chouinard, has turned his company into a "not-for-profit" by setting up an environment protection trust fund. His decision to do this will positively affect the climate crisis and inspire other businesses to do the same. We offer a prayer for goodness and gratitude for all the beauty nature has to offer.

In Pakistan, people are battling severe flooding and a scarcity of resources to aid in recovery. Many people are without homes, clean water, and food. In this episode, we ask God to watch over all those affected with a compassionate heart. Keep listening for ways you can help relieve the burden of the floods on the people of Pakistan who are in need of assistance.

The never ending news of shootings in the United States leaves us longing for change. Victims of mass shootings are left vulnerable and scared. We call out for the end of gun violence everywhere. Only peace can solve problems, guns create more. Join in to pray for all victims and those who have passed away because of gun violence. May our sadness turn to advocacy and may our hearts heal.

In recent news an important declaration was made that recognized the violence against Rohingya Muslims a genocide. This violence is a direct attack on the dignity of the human person. The very existence of Rohingya Muslims was at sake by the hands of the Myanmar government. God calls us to love they neighbor and care for them as they are a part of our family. Rohingya refugees need humility and love so they may be welcomed back into their home in Myanmar.

Let's also open our hearts to refugees everywhere. Among Ukrainians, millions of refugees from countries like Afghanistan, Syria, South Sudan, Myanmar, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others are currently displaced. We stand in solidarity with all refugees and pray that they are welcomed into safe countries.