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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2h

We have just 3 weeks to get fully pledged, or the project won't proceed.

I would be extremely grateful if you'd check out the campaign and see the really cool rewards we're offering supporters, and consider partnering with me in something special.

John

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

HERE and NOW and SMALL and CLOSE

An empowering, inspiring, and boundlessly hopeful book for children of all ages who want to create a more compassionate planet

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2h

Friends,

I've created a Kickstarter to launch my first children's book, 'HERE and NOW and SMALL and CLOSE.'

It's a project that is dear to my heart and something I believe is so needed right now.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2h

#WeAreCharlieKirk is a great way for racists, misogynists, and homophobes to let the rest of us know they're there.

Thanks, kids...

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I AM (not) CHARLIE KIRK.

I am Charlie Kirk.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2h

All these "Happy Heavenly Birthday, Charlie Kirk" Christians really haven't read their own Bible.

He'd have hated Jesus...

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The Shameful Christian Idolatry and Fraudulent Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk

As news of his shooting broke, the Jesus-washing of Charlie Kirk’s life by Conservative Christians began almost immediately.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 1d

If you're with ICE, you'd have been with the Nazis.

It's that simple.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 1d

Love was everywhere in our town yesterday for PRIDE FEST.

And then, the “Christians” showed up to try and eradicate it.

Seems like America these days…

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Our Town's PRIDE Festival Was a Beautiful, Joyful Celebration of Community. Then, The "Christians" Showed Up.

“And they’ll know we are Christians by our love.” - Christian hymn

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 1d

On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, I'm reflecting on those who first called this land home, their enduring legacy of gentleness, beauty, and respect for all life, and how white supremacy has attempted and is still attempting to erase it.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 1d

KANSAS CITY, MO!

I'm here TONIGHT for a 'Faith & Firearms,' an important conversation hosted by Grandparents For Gun Safety on what people of faith should be doing to address the epidemic of gun violence.

Hope to see you there!

TICKETS: grandparentsforgunsafety.org/12thforum/#!...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 1d

Please visit the campaign, hear our vision for the book, check out the reward tiers, and consider supporting us.

Thanks so much!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

HERE and NOW and SMALL and CLOSE

An empowering, inspiring, and boundlessly hopeful book for children of all ages who want to create a more compassionate planet

www.kickstarter.com

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 1d

Friends,

I am so excited to announce that Stacey Chomiak's and my children's book Kickstarter campaign is now 50 percent funded!

Thank you to everyone who has pledged so far.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

We made the national news!!!

apnews.com/article/lgbt...

Rainbows but also clouds as NC town hosts Pride Fest amid Trump administration's anti-trans push

The sound of hymns clashed with drums as thousands gathered for Pride Fest in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

apnews.com

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

These sullen, sanctimonious, supposed of Jesus remain oblivious to the irony that a massive police presence and a diligent volunteer staff of dozens were required to continually protect families, adult couples, children, and elderly attendees from them.

johnpavlovitz.substack.com/p/our-towns-...

Our Town's PRIDE Festival Was a Beautiful, Joyful Celebration of Community. Then, The "Christians" Showed Up.

“And they’ll know we are Christians by our love.” - Christian hymn

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

I would be extremely grateful if you'd stop by the Kickstarter page, read more about our vision, check out the reward tiers, and consider supporting us if you can.

These are dark and scary times, and we're hoping to put something beautiful into the world.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

HERE and NOW and SMALL and CLOSE

An empowering, inspiring, and boundlessly hopeful book for children of all ages who want to create a more compassionate planet

www.kickstarter.com

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

I know finances are difficult, but we've put together some amazing rewards for backers at all levels: signed books, limited edition art, classroom teaching packs, a chance to get your child or pet drawn into the book, and even a live event with me and Stacey!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

The good news is that we are now 45 percent funded!

The bad news is that Kickstarter uses an all-or-nothing model, so we need to at least make our target in the next three weeks, or the project doesn't move forward.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

HELP NEEDED!

Friends,

As you may have heard or read, on Monday, I announced a Kickstarter campaign to launch my very first children's book called 'HERE and NOW and SMALL and CLOSE,' partnering with illustrator Stacey Chomiak!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/her...

HERE and NOW and SMALL and CLOSE

An empowering, inspiring, and boundlessly hopeful book for children of all ages who want to create a more compassionate planet

www.kickstarter.com

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

Good people need to start outing their ICE family members, neighbors, and community members.

They need to be made into pariahs in the places decent Americans gather.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

What is your point?

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

They are only now able to meet their demand for willing instruments of their monstrous plans because they have so successfully generated the supply on the way here.

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The Trump Administration is Targeting Straight White Men

At first glance, it’s easy to focus on the Trump Administration’s attacks on historically marginalized minority communities: the incessant and increasingly violent war it is now raging on immigrants, ...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

Donald Trump and Stephen Miller, and the cadre of ghouls around them, aren’t able to terrorize this nation in the manner in which they are right now without a massive army of manipulated, weaponized white guys they can wield as a hammer against the rest of us.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

ICE is the culmination of decades of straight white male indoctrination.

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The Trump Administration is Targeting Straight White Men

At first glance, it’s easy to focus on the Trump Administration’s attacks on historically marginalized minority communities: the incessant and increasingly violent war it is now raging on immigrants, ...

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

The President is a r*pist.

We should never stop being pissed off about this.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

WAKE FOREST PRIDE.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

I’ll have much to share regarding the event, but for now enjoy this photo of some amazing young women from Raleigh Junior Rollers showing up to be a barrier between the “Christian” disruptors and the rest of the community.

So grateful for WF Pride.

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 2d

Wake Forest Pride’s second annual PRIDE FEST was simply beautiful!
What a joy-filled celebration of diversity and community. The vibe was perfect.

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