Mercy - And what it does to Guilt

Rev. Dr. Edward Donalson, III is Director of the Doctor of Ministry Degree at Seattle University School of Theology and Ministry. Dr. Donalson discusses a connection between white supremacy and being homeless.

Born in Philadelphia, PA and cultivated in Seattle, WA as a bi-coastal youth, Dr. Donalson developed a heart for diversity and an ability to navigate all socioeconomic, educational, and ethnic spheres. Traveling nationally as a guest lecturer, workshop clinician, and preacher since 1996, he has a record of accomplishment in ministry excellence with integrity. Dr. Donalson serves both on the King County Juvenile Justice Steering Committee and the City of Kent Community Police Race Relations Task Force.

CENTERING WISDOM

1. Reflection: How can you redefine justice when you consider the role of mercy within it?

2. Reflection: When does our commitment to an ordered and fashioned life end up pushing the role of mercy to the side? How could religious and spiritual communities recenter mercy in their conversations?

3. Activity: How has Mercy appeared in your life? Journal about it for 10 minutes.

CHECK OUT THESE LINKS

How the Covid-19 Pandemic is Leading to a New Emphasis on Mercy Links to an external site.

Evangelizing with Mercy in a Post-Christian Culture Links to an external site.

Radical Forgiveness as a Two-Edged Sword Links to an external site.