1. Activist Feedback
Liz Carter, who leafleted at a Newsboys concert in Columbus, writes
I leafleted for about an hour and ten minutes and passed out about 195
leaflets.The concertgoers were friendly and receptive, and the CVA leaflet
cover, with its picture of the beautiful lamb, seemed to generate positive
interest. All in all, a great time!
Thank you so much for giving me the chance to leaflet for CVA!
Upcoming Activist Opportunities
06/23/2017 AZ, Prescott Valley
Matthew West
07/02/2017 TN, Springfield
Tenth Avenue North
07/08/2017 IN, Indianapolis
Summer Lights Tour, Mercy Me, Jeremy Camp
07/14/2017 NC, Charlotte
Summer Lights Tour, Mercy Me, Jeremy Camp
07/21/2017 GA, Duluth
Joyce Meyer Ministries Conference Tour
08/01/2017 PA, Clearfield
Matthew West
08/05/2017 TX, Frisco
Hillsong United Headlines OUTCRY Festival
08/06/2017 CO, Denver
Newsboys, Colorado Rockies Faith Day
09/08/2017 FL, Orlando
Chris Tomlin, Rock the Universe
09/09/2017 TX, Houston
Sisters, Celebrating the Art of Friendship (Women of Faith)
09/15/2017 CA, Fresno
Sisters, Celebrating the Art of friendship (Women of Faith)
09/21/2017 MO, St. Louis
Love Life Women’s Conference
10/13/2017 IN, Indianapolis
Joyce Meyer Ministries Conference Tour
10/19/2017 PA, Reading
Chris Tomlin, Good Good Father Tour
11/2-7/2017 CA, Los Angeles
Hillsong Conference
11/04/2017 FL, Tampa
Chris Tomlin, Good Good Father Tour
11/10/2017 NC, Charlotte
Joyce Meyer Ministries Conference Tour
Tabling
07/22/2017 WA, Spokane
Spokane Vegfest
07/22-23/17 CO, Golden
VegFest Colorado
08/12-13/17 IL, Leslie
Veggie Fest 2017
09/12/2017 DC, Washington
DC Vegfest
09/17/2017 OH, Columbus
2017 Ohio Vegfest
09/23/2017 IL, Chicago
Chicago Vegan Mania
10/01/2017 CA, San Francisco
World Veg Festival Weekend
10/14/2017 OR, Portland
Portland VegFest
10/28/2017 FL, Orlando
Central Florida VegFest
11/11/2017 GA, Atlanta
Atlanta Veg Fest
When you volunteer for the CVA, the CVA donates $20/hr. to the veg. or animal protection group of your choice. Contact Lorena at lorenavalenziveg@gmail.com if you can help.
2. On Faith, part 11 – Seeking Truth
In prior essays, I have cautioned against “believing impossible things” for two reasons. It undermines knowledge, understanding, and wisdom. Also, such an approach to the world facilitates harming other individuals. For example, there is no way to convince a person not to harm animals if that person is absolutely convinced that they have God’s blessing for doing so.
I suggest that a better approach to knowledge is to follow Jesus’ instruction “seek first the kingdom and his [God’s] righteousness” (Matthew 6:33, RSV). I see this as a process that involves ongoing study and reflection. Following this path, we can gain greater wisdom throughout our lives and draw closer to the truth. We might not have the satisfaction of knowing that the work is done – that we have truth firmly in our grasp. But, there are definite benefits of such an approach.
We are far less likely to treat others harmfully. Second, we can have the pleasure of interacting with other people in a common pursuit of truth and justice. Third – and this is a point of faith more than demonstrable fact – greater wisdom and understanding will help us address our most fundamental needs in life. A central article of Christian faith is that following the teachings of Jesus helps us gain the wisdom and understanding we need to feel whole and gain a sense of peace. I think this is why Jesus said, “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” John 8:31-32).
Stephen R. Kaufman, MD
3. This Week’s Sermon from Rev. Frank and Mary Hoffman
4. See video of Pastor Frank L. Hoffman Speaking at Albany on National Animal Rights Day, 6/4/17