We have felt so supported by our communities of support that we wanted you to be able to experience yesterday’s Vigil honoring the victims and calling for the close of the School of the Americas along with us. Please click on this YouTube link to watch a short video of clips that we made so that [...]
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Jenn’s Why
During the past 2 years of my life and work in rural El Salvador, I lived a short walk from a community-built chapel named to honor a young man, Octavio Ortiz Luna, who had grown up in the surrounding poor community. As a youth, he did the normal activities such as farming in the surrounding [...]
Reflections from the (Rainy) Road
We’ve officially taken part in the vigil and are currently in the car heading to Davidson, North Carolina, home of Union’s very own Preston Davis. We’ve got several conversations going – one reflecting on symbolism, militarism, and American myths and the other seems to be flowing from the workshop a few of us attended last [...]
On the Road Again
Just a year ago I was on the same road, I-95, headed down to the vigil. It was early in my Union career and I remember much of the experience. I remember not knowing what to expect. I remember the conversations on the drive. I remember the sun. And the southern BBQ we had for [...]
Departure
A few images from the departure of our friends. Safe travels!
Go in peace
Dear vigilers, Go in peace and safety as you leave from Union tomorrow. Our prayers will go with you. I would like to dedicate the comments attached to this space for anyone who cares to do so to leave a message of hope, encouragement or prayer. -peter
