In sum, Jesus' Beatitudes are for all of us.  "Blessed are you."  The challenge is whether or not we believe in Jesus' abiding presence to participate in his sacrificial example of "blessing." Will we allow other human beings to revile us on behalf of the Gospel?  Will we seek actively to support and defend the dignity of every human being?  Will we offer peace in times of conflict?  Will we rejoice when we have accomplished the hard work of being employed with Judeo-Christian virtues of patient hope, diligent discipleship?

We sought out the advice of The Rt. Rev. Dr. Audrey Scanlan to discuss and respond to these and more questions. Bishop Scanlan brings her insightful and enjoyable wisdom to this podcast. She understands and is willing to take controversial stands on issues such as gun control.  She advocates for women and children thru her deeds as much if not more than her words. She's one of the Episcopal Church's brightest lights shining brilliantly on the issues of our day as well as how best to be missional and "reshaped by faith."  Enjoy and heed her solid advice and interpretation of scripture. You will be "embraced by God."  (A. Scanlan, July, 2021)