Burn the midnight oil
People of faith across America will leave a light or candle burning overnight Sunday-Monday as a part of "Lights for Human Dignity," a protest against atrocities in Iraq.Sponsored by The Interfaith Alliance, the Lights for Human Dignity website says:
On the Sunday night before Memorial Day (May 30th), as we prepare to remember the sacrifices made by those who have fought our nation's wars, please turn on the lights or light candles in your houses of worship and in your homes. Leave them on through the night, until the dawn comes on Memorial Day. By this simple action, we can demonstrate to the world that we share common values as people of faith and as patriots. We will also bear witness to our commitment to peace and good will in Iraq, in the United States, and around the world.According to a press release, representatives of 75 faiths have already committed to this bright idea.
Wasn't it the first President Bush who called for "a thousand points of light . . . spread like stars throughout the Nation, doing good"?
Maybe this weekend, we'll see 'em.
.: Posted by Duane Bidwell on Saturday, May 29, 2004
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