Response to Newsweek's "Politics of Jesus" issue

[Chris]

A couple of weeks ago, Newsweek had a cover in which The Cross was wrapped in the USA flag. Several articles inside were about the Religious Right.

I am now reading the Nov. 27 issue. The first letter-to-the-editor is from Meghan Ober from Massachusetts. Having given attribution, I'd like to quote her, and praise her.

"I have long been frustrated that my Christian label tells others that I think they are wrong, and becomes more of a political statement than a reflection of what is in my heart. When I mention that I went to a Christian college, people's assumptions about my beliefs and character are disheartening.....I am grateful for the churches, like mine, that have finally placed importance on social justice. I'd prefer that my label speak more to who I am trying to help, rather than who I supposedly condemn.

May her number multiply, and thank God for her church.