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Beatitudes 8 – A Sermon by Joel Shenk

Published on : May 9, 2021May 9, 2021 Published by : Chibuzo Nimmo Petty
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Beatitude: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. In my office, I have a framed image of military fighter jets. Overlaid on the image is a quote by Menno Simons that says, “Christ is our fortress; patience our weapon of defense; the word of God […]

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Part of an art installation at the Community Room on King, the multipurpose space Veritas uses as its worship space and shares with local artists and community members throughout the week.
This image of Dirk Willems has become a famous representation of the Historic Peace Churches. Wilems was a martyred Anabaptist from Netherlands who escaped from prison, rescued his pursuer who had fallen through thin ice only to be recaptured, tortured, and killed for his faith.
Image Credit: Alyssa Parker
Image Credit: Anabaptist Communicators
Image Credit: Oakton Church of the Brethren
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