Journey Across America shows togetherness in faith, family, and community love
Reflections from a Walk Across America The blisters on my feet serve as a daily reminder of the toll this journey takes, but the conversations I’ve had throughout my walk have been healing in ways I hadn’t anticipated. I stopped to chat with strangers at all sorts of places—street corners, bus stops, diners, and even […]
NFL aimed for ‘togetherness’ — instead Bad Bunny turned away millions of frustrated fans
Super Bowl Halftime Show Sparks Debate In the tumultuous early 2020s, the NFL embraced controversial trends, like kneeling during the national anthem and introducing “Lift Every Voice” as a separate anthem for Black Americans. This led to a growing disconnect between average football fans and the Super Bowl halftime shows. The question lingered: what’s next? […]
Pope Urges Togetherness on Disputed Policy as Latin Mass Faces Challenges
Pope Leo XIV wrapped up his vestry on Wednesday with his inaugural meeting with the world’s cardinals, a special two-day conference centered on church teachings that some traditional Catholics oppose. The pope, who hails from Chicago, kicked off the gathering in Rome by calling for unity around Vatican II, the pivotal council from the 1960s […]
Pastor Corey Brooks: Lancaster Central Market demonstrates togetherness as the oldest farmers market in America
Last month, I embarked on a walk across America, aiming to raise $25 million for community programs tackling some of the country’s major issues. It led me through some really remarkable, often overlooked parts of the nation. Walking into Lancaster Central Market was like stumbling upon something extraordinary. The aroma of fresh coffee and baked […]
The future of conservation relies on letting go of despair and fostering togetherness.
Response to Trump’s Remarks on Climate Change Recently, President Trump sparked outrage among climate activists during his speech at the UN General Assembly, labeling climate change as “the biggest fraudulent job he has committed worldwide to date.” As someone involved in environmental nonprofit work, I find that there may be a kernel of truth in […]
Dana White urges togetherness following the tragedy of Charlie Kirk’s assassination
UFC CEO Dana White Reflects on Charlie Kirk’s Assassination In a recent appearance on Fox News’ Special Report, UFC CEO Dana White shared his thoughts on the assassination of Charlie Kirk. White, who supports President Donald Trump, admitted that the situation was “difficult to wrap around your brain.” “Things were starting to feel normal again, […]
Utah community hosts a vigil for Charlie Kirk, seeks togetherness and healing
Community Gathers to Honor Charlie Kirk Following Tragic Incident In a poignant gathering, hundreds of residents came together in their hometown of Utah to express their grief and remember Charlie Kirk, a victim of violence. The atmosphere was heavy with emotion as attendees also acknowledged the suffering of the suspected shooter’s family. Jordan Hess, the […]
Charlie Kirk’s impact should be about collaboration and togetherness, not revenge or animosity.
Political Violence Must End Leaders from both parties are rightly denouncing political violence, especially following the tragic murder of notable youth advocate Charlie Kirk. Kirk was a prominent supporter of the Trump administration’s MAGA agenda and played a significant role in Donald Trump’s electoral success in 2024. This violence—whether aimed at Trump, Kirk, or state […]
Miss America candidate seeks togetherness instead of division, regardless of political views
Miss Vermont’s Mission for Unity and Service Sofia Parker, a 27-year-old sergeant in the Army National Guard, is representing Vermont in the upcoming Miss America pageant. She’s driven by a simple yet powerful message: everyone deserves a place at the table, no matter their political beliefs. In her role, she hopes to emphasize how essential […]
250 Years of America: Considering freedom, togetherness, and our foundational goals
Reflecting on America’s 250th Anniversary Sixteen months prior to drafting the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson witnessed the stirring speech of Patrick Henry at St. John’s Church in Richmond, where Henry famously proclaimed, “Give me freedom or give me death.” This moment ignited a revolutionary spirit that Jefferson would later encapsulate in his powerful words. […]