In these times of intense political polarization, civic despair is rampant. How does this affect our democracy and how can we counteract this apathy? Daley-Harris has been working tirelessly to provide trainings for ordinary citizens to empower effective political action and to help citizens be most effective in reshaping the issues they most care about. Sam Daley-Harris is the author of Reclaiming Our Democracy: Healing the Break Between People and Government, the 20th Anniversary Edition...

In this 2025 conversation with Justine Willis Toms, Sam Daley-Harris provides powerful structures of support so that our courage is what drives us, not our fear. He encourages us to move beyond only donating money, signing petitions, or writing letters to the editor. He tells us that deep effectiveness in citizen advocacy is about deep engagement and participating in a cause that you care about. Daley-Harris founded RESULTS and the RESULTS Educational Fund in 1980. RESULTS is an internatio...

Almost everyone shies away from advocacy as a way to make a difference. We donate to climate change organizations, but we don’t meet with a member of Congress or write a letter to the editor. We donate to groups working to end gun violence, anti-hunger organizations, groups dedicated to racial justice, and many others, but we don’t become advocates on those issues beyond signing an online petition or going to an occasional rally.Why? Because most of us see advocacy as too hard or t...

Sam Daley-Harris challenges civic despair and offers a powerful and effective model of citizen empowerment and leadership. His organization, RESULTS, is committed to healing the break between people and government, and to helping people take back their democracy.

Almost everyone shies away from advocacy as a way to make a difference. We donate to climate change organizations, but we don't meet with a member of Congress or write a letter to the editor. We donate to groups working to end gun violence, anti-hunger organizations, groups dedicated to racial justice, and many others, but we don't become advocates on those issues beyond signing an online petition or going to an occasional rally.Why? Because most of us see advocacy as too hard or t...

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In this sermon directed at Christian men and rural congregants, St. Asterius calls for a reflection on the purpose of their gathering, which honors martyrs and promotes spiritual growth. He criticizes the preoccupation with material wealth and trade, urging attendees to redirect their efforts towards the Church and the pursuit of virtue. Drawing from biblical examples, he highlights the destructive nature of avarice and its historical consequences, emphasizing the need for self-examination...

This Coptic work of the 5th century describes a profound encounter between St. Macarius and two angels, focusing on the spiritual state of souls at the moment of death. The narrative emphasizes that sinful souls emit a repugnant "stench" due to their evil deeds, both in life and after death, while righteous souls experience a different fate. The text also explains the Church's practice of offering prayers for the deceased on specific days, which provides comfort and hope to the souls as th...

In his discourse, Gregory of Nyssa examines the profound mystery of human creation in the image of God. He likens understanding this divine image to looking into a pure mirror, where one perceives not just physical resemblance but also deeper spiritual truths. Nyssa discusses the dual nature of humanity, composed of an immortal soul and a material body, and contrasts human creation with that of angels. He suggests that humanity reflects the Trinity and that Adam, Eve, and their descendants...

This narrative describes a transformative encounter between a Saracen leader, Amerumnes, and a Christian priest, set against the backdrop of a miraculous event in a church dedicated to Saint George. After witnessing the death of camels in the church and an extraordinary Divine Liturgy, Amerumnes is moved to convert to Christianity. He seeks baptism but faces opposition from his family. The story culminates in the martyrdom of Pachomius, a monk who bravely preaches the Christian faith despi...

In "The Apology of Saint Athanasius," the Archbishop of Alexandria addresses King Constantius, defending himself against false accusations made by Ursacius and Valens. Athanasius emphasizes his long-standing Christian faith and the pious traditions he upholds. He calls upon the testimonies of various bishops who confess to the fabrications against him, asserting that the slander has no basis in truth. Athanasius expresses his shame in having to defend himself, reiterating his respect for t...

The sermons of St. George convey the grandeur of a Greek Christmas, highlighting the joy and illumination it brings to those who gather for the incarnation. The text underscores the importance of spiritual offerings over lineage, illustrating how true generosity and virtue are valued by God. It recounts the stories of righteous figures, such as Joachim and Anna, who exemplified piety and selflessness in their offerings, despite societal envy. The sermons also reflect on the role of the Vir...