As we recognize signs of a rise in authoritarianism in the US (deploying the military domestically, leaders refusing to give up power, blaming outsiders for our problems, and weakening of democratic processes), why is it important for people of faith to make our voices heard? How can we as Anabaptists make a difference? Check out this episode as Rhonda Baker (Kingian Nonviolence, HOPE-PV and Freedom Trainer), Ewan Benjamin (Nonviolence Organizer at On Earth Peace), and Matt Guynn (Executive Director of On Earth Peace) discuss faithful and practical resistance. 

The Authoritarian Playbook 2025 – the source of some of the information provided on the podcast about what authoritarianism is and what it looks like in action.

On Earth Peace – OEP is an independent nonprofit organization and a recognized agency of the Church of the Brethren. Its goal is to develop leaders for justice and peace using the discipline of Kingian Nonviolence.