Kat Griffith tells us about some of her most personal experiences creating connections with others across political divides.
“There have been a number of moments where I have felt led to open myself up,” she says, “and I have been changed—and I have sometimes fought that. Sometimes I’ve been dragged kicking and screaming into that kind of openness, but I’m taken there over and over again, so I think that’s where God wants me.”
It’s easy to say there is that of God in everyone, Kat suggests, “but how often do we really believe it?” When she opens herself to really listen to other people, her understanding of this simple Quaker truth deepens.
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Discussion Question:
- What are some way you engage in politics? What have you been called to do? How can we better listen to each others while standing up for those in need?
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Kat Griffith is a consistently inspiring presence in our community of Friends, and I imagine that she is also in the wider community where she lives and serves as a public servant. Once again, listening to this video, I am challenged and inspired to be a more courageous person.
Beautiful, Kat! As a fellow Friend in Winnebago Worship Group, I’m grateful to know your faithful struggle, and to witness your compassionate service in the world. Your willingness to be guided by the Light inspires me, and your courage strengthens my own.
Wow – I want to be like Kat when I grow up. She said so much in such a short video. I am grateful.
Kat’s story and insights are so timely and helpful. I hope to find the essay she mentioned and read it too.
I just read Kat’s article in the recent edition of Friends Journal on learning from the Brothertown Indian Nation and wanted to hear this QuakerSpeak video as well. I love the idea that “my whole life is a pilgrimage to this moment.” Thank you for your words and approach to learning from others. I will share these resources.