‘He who is not with me is against me; and he who does not gather with me scatters.’
(see Luke 11:14-23)
There is a saying, favoured by Citizens UK, a Community Organising group, that goes, ‘If you don’t have a seat at the table then you’re probably on the menu.’ Citizens UK is made of local chapters with member groups from all walks and areas of life to create an Alliance for change in their local communities. It is built upon relational power, forging links of common interest between community members and those in power.
There are many occasions when people’s voice and experience is overlooked, and well minded (and sometimes not so well-minded) politicians and others may make decisions without consultation or any insight into the lives of those they will affect.
Jesus gathered and created a community of people, and in challenging so many injustices experienced in the world, he tore down walls, crossed boundaries, and welcomed the outcast, raising up the poor. The Church is involved in working with others in the community, of all faiths and none, to address need and strengthen community life so that the lives of all can be enriched, and all people can flourish.
PRAY FOR those involved in Community Organising throughout the country, and for strong and resilient communities here and everywhere so that all may flourish
Our daily reflections for Lent focus on the many injustices which exist in our world, as we seek to connect our life of prayer to social justice, the Justice of God which Christ proclaimed. More resources are available at www.southcardiffministryarea.co.uk/just-lent
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