What Next Would You Die To Stop ICE?
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Jan 15, 2026 Bishop A. Robert Hirschfeld, the Episcopal bishop of New Hampshire, shares his powerful insights on faith and social justice in the wake of political violence. He discusses his viral call to clergy to prepare their affairs as they advocate for the vulnerable, reflecting on the fragility of life. Hirschfeld draws parallels between historical martyrs and current challenges, emphasizing the need for bold love amidst division. He also addresses the dangers of Christian nationalism and the importance of ministering across political divides.
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Faith Leaders Provide Long-Term Moral Clarity
- Bishop A. Robert Hirschfeld argues faith leaders bring a long-term, steady moral perspective amid chaotic public events.
- He believes clergy presence reassures communities and can shift public attention toward protecting the vulnerable.
Vigil Talk And The Call To Prepare
- Hirschfeld recounted speaking off-the-cuff at a rainy vigil in Concord and urging clergy to get their affairs in order.
- He invoked Jonathan Daniels and suggested clergy might need to physically stand between power and the vulnerable.
Jonathan Daniels’ Martyrdom In Selma
- Hirschfeld told the story of Jonathan Daniels, a New Hampshire native who sacrificed himself protecting a Black teenager in Alabama.
- Daniels' split-second decision to shield Ruby Sales became a model of embodied faith and martyrdom.
