Our call is to awaken to the image of God within every person. This shapes our faith and drives us to build a society where everyone is treated with divine dignity. Imagine how this could change our interactions with neighbors, coworkers, and even the homeless. It would transform schools, organizations, and faith communities. Health care, education, public policy, and justice systems would prioritize equity and compassion. Nearness and neighborliness lead to loving action. We must shift from seeing strangers as problems to recognizing them as our neighbors, each a reflection of the Divine. Our sacred duty is to never look away.
May we awaken to the divine image in every person, fostering a world of dignity, compassion, and unwavering neighborly love.
(inspired by: Sharon Brous, The Amen Effect)