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     A Message from
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     Mary Sharon           Moore
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We refuse to go numb 
Church Women United of Lane County denounces Jan. 7th shooting of Renee Good by federal officers.

In times of social chaos, I find strength in knowing that Church Women United of Lane County members are guided by the motto: “Agreed to Differ; Resolved to Love, United to Serve.” When we speak and live these words boldly we announce the newness of the nonviolent Jesus. “Newness” is a Resurrection word.

Hunting down, terrorizing, maltreating, and murdering fellow human beings because of how they look, how they speak, or because they’re too noisy and close to the scene of the hunt is not acceptable, ever, as affirmed by the world’s sacred traditions.

Following the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minnesota by ICE Agents, many in our community and throughout the nation feel confused, angry, and sad. Many simply feel numb. The federal government has made clear that no investigation of her murder will be held. Period. End of justice. The violence will continue unchecked.

As women of Christian faith, and part of the larger body politic, we hold fast to our moral compass, and reaffirm our common humanity—with victims of such violence, their families and neighbors, and yes, even with the perpetrators who have forsaken their human core.

Just laws must be obeyed. And the first law, which guides all the others, is this: Love others as yourself.

Church Women United of Lane County joins with faith and civic organizations, including Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, and electeds in Oregon and nationwide, in calling for ICE's dehumanizing activities to stop.
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We refuse to go numb. We stand united to ensure that every individual in our state and in our nation, regardless of immigration or any other status, can feel safe, cared for, and live in peace.

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​Agreed to differ. 

Resolved to love. 

​United to serve.

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The mission that drives us . . .

Church Women United, an ecumenical movement of Christian women impassioned by the Holy Spirit, advocates on behalf of women and children throughout the world. We find unity in diversity, and we work for a world of peace and justice. 

Our monthly forums reflect the commitment of participants to spiritually-guided action, explore issues of concern to local and state governments and to the citizens of Lane County, Oregon, and bring folks together to work toward a better world.

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​Agreed to differ. Resolved to love. ​United to serve
You are invited to our February 6 forum: EXPLORING FIRST PLACE FAMILY CENTER
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​1167 Sam Reynolds St in Eugene

You are welcome to join us for yummy morning munchies & tea & coffee before the program. Bring a friend! 
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