former racist

I read a compelling, no moving, story today...

I live in, and grew up in, (white) Idaho. No- I wasn't ever a part of those that seem to be synonymous with my state (with their shaved heads and WWII-era tattoos; who hate because they believe they have to; who think that MLK,Jr. was a nuisance to be dealt with). But there wasn't much diversity.

Slowly Idaho, and more specifically Boise, has become more and more diverse. I remember coming to a similar point as Seanna did... but I was in my twenties. I realized I saw people differently. And as I wrestled with that I thought maybe that was ok. But then my college chaplain said something at a chapel centered around Black History Month, "For the Christ follower, there is no such (racial) distinction."

It rocked my world. Not because a man I deeply respected had said it, but because I called myself a Christ follower. And those words have deepened my love for others. There is no distinction- all are short of His glory- we are all in the same sinking ship- USS Humanity.

The Pursuit: Video Announcements February 1, 2009

post-it notes

I have a bunch of post-it notes on the wall above the desk I work at- they were left over from the Feb 1 Pursuit video announcements (or see above).

And I've been writing notes on others and putting them up. I want to invite you to put yours up as well. I want your thoughts, doodles, illustrations, et cetera on my real life wall. If you can stop by, please do so. If not, please just simply mail it to me and I'll put it up*.

The Pursuit
Attn: Nick Shoemaker
6151 N Discovery Way
Boise, ID 83713

*Disclaimer here. I won't put up crude, fowl, private, or non-tasteful stuff. Use tact, please.

The Pursuit: Cleaning Crew Promo