Comments on: President, provost address executive order on immigration

By: Ken Fellenbaum

Ken Fellenbaum — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 21:32:28 +0000

The Kingdom of God is by it’s very nature International in scope and make up (Matt. 28:19). Governments are responsible for their own citizens. Christians hold dual citizenship (Phil. 3:20) and sometimes are faced with conflicting “laws”. While we are to be in submission to the authorities (Rom. 13:1), our highest obligation is to God (Acts 5:29). “Welcome the stranger” may include risks that those in positions of authority – whether it’s government officials (Country) or parents (home), need to thoughtfully weigh & consider. We live in a dangerous time & world. This Executive Order was announced as “temporary” – input around common sense concerns should be channeled respectfully thru our elected leaders. And don’t forget to pray for “all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives” (l Tim. 2:2)

By: Jeannine

Jeannine — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 01:32:06 +0000

I agree, 91��Ƶ can be a “light for the world” in this most difficult time. Thank you for recognizing the marginalized people of the world and our American ideal and responsibility of protecting those who need assistance around the world. We must all stand in solidarity of demanding the truth from our leaders, not an “alternate truth” from twitter feeds.

By: Earl F Burkholder

Earl F Burkholder — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 17:25:47 +0000

I applaud the thoughtful response and am even more convinced that 91��Ƶ can be, and is, a light to the world. I am reminded of the EMC Peace Club participation in the march on Washington in November 1969 to protest the Vietnam War. Several points:
1. Protests can be effective, but may have (sometimes unintended) consequences.
2. A Wikipedia posting notes Richard Nixon’s reaction to that Peace March – to the effect, “I will not be swayed.” Nixon subsequently resigned from the Presidency.
3. Were we (collectively) prepared to deal with the National Guard shooting of a student at Kent State in May 1970?
4. Is it possible that President Trump’s “tough love” approach (although flawed) has merit?

By: Philip Kreider

Philip Kreider — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 15:38:13 +0000

Wonderful…please continue to give witnesses to the peace and reconciliation which Christ brings. I am thankful for the work of all at 91��Ƶ.

By: phyllis ressler

phyllis ressler — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 14:19:43 +0000

So glad to see your message this morning!

By: Miriam Maust

Miriam Maust — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 14:06:09 +0000

Well done. Please continue voicing this concern to elected officials.