Anger, a potent force, often overwhelms with heat and disorientation. In childhood, it was a shield for hurt. A tool, when wielded consciously, safeguarding boundaries. Yet, lingering too long, it morphs into self-centeredness. Spiritual teachings caution against its grip, warning of discontent and harm. But in the face of systemic injustices, anger can be a righteous flame, demanding change. Jesus, too, showed indignation against oppression. Churches, however, struggle to integrate anger, despite its relevance today. A theology of anger, for communities under siege, recognizes its role in healing and action. We must confront our wounds, acknowledging anger's source, to foster compassion and forge a path to forgiveness.
May the flames of righteous anger spark our journey towards justice, compassion, and forgiveness, uniting us in a dance of transformation.
(adapted from: Barbara A. Holmes, Contemplating Anger; Richard Rohr, Anger)