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I Have a Dream: Nonviolent Power in an Age of Volatility
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- Jan 22, 2026
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Summary
In a week in which Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated, we reflect on whether the principles of nonviolence and strategic approach to protest that he advocated are still relevant for what is happening in our world today, especially focusing on demonstrations in Minneapolis and Iran. We explore what King taught, and consider how we may individually apply his teaching, as well as when we join with others in a collective. As always, we return to see where our intentions and prayers may be most needed, as vitally important demonstrations continue in various parts of the world. Intention and prayers start at 34 minutes 55 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we wrestle with the challenge of maintaining peace, compassion and non-divisiveness in protests, and remembering that protesting is often so needed in a violent and volatile world, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will to remain strong in remembering and putting into practice the principle of non-violence whenever we feel called to protest against injustices in our communities and world. Please join us in holding this. Mentioned in this episode: Ellen's Sacred Feminist blog, Climbing to the Mountaintop Parts 1, 2 and 3: http://sacredfeminist.com/happy-mlk-day/ http://sacredfeminist.com/climbing-to-the-the-mountaintop-part-1/ http://sacredfeminist.com/climbing-to-the-mountaintop-part-2/ http://sacredfeminist.com/climbing-to-the-mountaintop-part-3/ Book: The Hope by Andrew Harvey Amazon.com link: https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Guide-Sacred-Activism/dp/1401920039/ref=sr_1_1 Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:05 Protests and Change 00:05:31 The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. 00:07:17 Nonviolent Strategies for Activism 00:10:33 Compassion in Activism 00:12:20 Modern Movemen…