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Remembering Freedom posted on May 22, 2009

  As I write this entry, I am aware that many of you in the USA are preparing for a holiday weekend.  We celebrate what we call,  Memorial Day.
It was originally a tribute to those who lost their lives fighting in the Civil War that eventually brought freedom and rights to people who lived in the USA but worked as slaves, were invisible and without rights or were just plain marginalized by the majority.  In the new year of 2000, President Clinton signed “The National Moment of Remembrance Act.”  This act calls on all Americans to pause at 3pm local time, to remember the people who’ve died fighting for the United States.  I know that many of you have lost friends and relatives who have served this country in various capacities and lost their lives.  We hope and pray that we honor their sacrifices as we enjoy the chance to relax with friends and family in a city park, backyard, beach or living room.

I join you in that effort, visiting family that I don’t see on a regular basis.  And, relaxing.
My mother beats me in Scrabble whenever we get together, my daughter creates yummy food and I praise God.  I am blessed.  I feel free. 

I hope you will listen for songs on CGR that speak to freedom.  One song that comes to mind is: All For Freedom, by Sweet Honey in the Rock.  It is simple, easy to learn and easy to sing with your children. “If you’re all for freedom, clap your hands..”  I also like, Everybody Ought to Know, by the same vocal group. “Everybody ought to know - what freedom is.”

With so many families dealing with war, parents who are far away for months and months at a time, children confused by the policies created and wars declared by adults - perhaps a simple song this weekend from Sweet Honey in the Rock, is a good thing to share to honor, everyone.

For those of you who are listening from countries across the globe: Tunisia, Netherlands, Germany, Japan, Brazil, UK, France, South Africa, Bolivia, China, Australia, and so many more - welcome to you.  Please let us know how freedoms are celebrated in your country?
What should we be lifting up that speaks to freedom across the planet?
blessings,
Pastor Robin

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