In America, wealth inequality runs rampant. This is not news. In January 2020, Pew Research found that 61% of Americans believe there is too much wealth inequality in the nation. So, the natural questions are then: why does income inequality continue to grow, and what can we do about it?

In recent days we have lived through dark times. Fear and desperation are abundant, leading us to believe that things aren’t going well. But with trust in God, problems diminish.

At long last, BPFNA’s digital database project is almost complete. The project, slated to launch in early 2023, is an ambitious one: a compilation of resources for children and youth that exemplify BPFNA’s values of peace- and justice-making. Although there are arguably many resources in the Christian sphere that already do this work, this initiative added some extra key criteria.

Two months in as executive director, I feel rather filled. The days are filled with tasks and “to do-lists.” My mind is filled with ideas and dreams about the future of BPFNA. I am also “filled” by the stories of peacemakers I’ve been blessed to hear.