Lives Well Lived BISHOP MARIANN BUDDE: we can be brave
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Oct 23, 2025 Bishop Mariann Budde, the first female leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, combines faith and activism in her progressive ministry. She discusses the importance of courage aligned with love, sharing moving stories of everyday bravery from her life. Budde explores how relationships can reshape views and emphasizes the moral duty of leaders to advocate for marginalized communities. She also reflects on navigating personal doubts while maintaining faith, and the shared responsibility for social justice and climate action.
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Public Plea For Vulnerable People
- Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde publicly pleaded for mercy toward migrants, LGBTQ children, and low-wage workers during President Trump's post-inaugural service.
- She named specific vulnerable groups and urged compassion from the nation's leader.
Bravery Is Learned Through Practice
- Budde argues bravery is learned through repeated choices in decisive, often everyday, moments across life.
- She frames courage as a practice rooted in awareness, context, and cumulative learning.
Sustained Courage Of Caregiving
- Budde recounts her sister Christine caring daily for her terminally ill husband, choosing love despite anger and exhaustion.
- She highlights the quiet, sustained courage of daily caregiving rather than headline-making acts.
