🧠 Harmful Messaging: “Church Isn’t Safe”

We start with a viral clip that’s raising serious concerns about how children perceive church spaces. Watch the clip here:

In the video, the message suggests that church is not a safe place for kids—a narrative that can deeply damage trust in faith communities. I break down why this framing is harmful.

⚖️ Cribbs Ringer v. Compal ISD: Legal Update

Next, we turn to the latest developments in Cribbs Ringer v. Compal Independent School District, aa case challenging the constitutionality of displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms. This lawsuit raises critical questions about the Establishment Clause, religious neutrality in public education, and how far schools can go in promoting faith-based symbols.

You can read more about the case here: Cribbs Ringer v. Compal Indep. Sch. Dist.

🌱 A Moment of Gratitude

Finally, I close with something personal: what I’m grateful for this week. In a world full of heavy headlines, gratitude is more than a coping mechanism—it’s a spiritual discipline that reminds us of resilience and hope.

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