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Summary

In this episode of Speaking of Faith, Bishop DeDe and Adam Eichelberger discuss the topic of Christian nationalism and building community across difference. They explore the origins of Christian nationalism in the Anglican tradition and its impact on the Episcopal Church. They emphasize that Christian nationalism is blasphemous and goes against the teachings of Jesus, as it prioritizes a Christian agenda over the inclusive love of God. They also highlight how Christian nationalism contradicts the principles of religious freedom and the pursuit of happiness that the United States was founded upon.

Keywords

faith, Christian nationalism, community, difference, Anglican tradition, Episcopal Church, blasphemy, love, inclusivity, religious freedom, pursuit of happiness

Takeaways

Christian nationalism is a prominent issue that goes against the teachings of Jesus and the principles of religious freedom.
Building community across difference requires patience, forgiveness, and a willingness to truly love our neighbors.
Christian nationalism is blasphemous as it prioritizes a Christian agenda over the inclusive love of God.
Our Christian faith should influence our personal lives and civic engagement, but not be used as a means to exclude or harm others.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is about an expansive kingdom of God for all, not a particular people in a particular place.

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