David Simmons

What made me an ally for queer people in the church? A conversation in college I never forgot. 🏳️‍🌈 🧵 ⚓

The new encyclical on AI and war quotes Gandalf, and honestly, it's a perfect fit. Using Tolkien to argue that small, faithful acts of resistance matter in the face of dehumanization is the most "even the smallest person can change the course of the future" energy a papal document has ever had. ⚓

When the entire book of #Exodus is apparently not enough to stop you..... ⚓

Are all religions really the same? Comparing Gandhi and Khomeini shows why that claim doesn't hold up. For Christians, Jesus is the standard — and that's not a barrier to interfaith dialogue, it's what makes it honest. ⚓

Can war ever be good from a Christian perspective? There is a difference between "Just" and "Good." #christianity #episcopalchurch #jesus #justwar ⚓

Is the #Pope being "Too Political" when he speaks out against wars? #Episcopal #Christianity #Politics ⚓

Challenging the President’s derogatory comments about people from Somalia with Bishop Matt Gunter’s powerful response, emphasizing human dignity, Christian values, and the importance of respecting all people regardless of origin or background. ⚓ #christianity #episcopal #jesus #POTUS #somali

So how well did JD Vance do with his answer to a question about his wife’s potential religious conversion? I examine his statements on free will and religious freedom. #episcopalchurch #christianity #interfaith #jdvance ⚓

JD Vance said last week that he hoped his wife Usha, who was raised Hindu, would be “somehow moved by church.” This has brought controversy pertaining to the history of how people “Become Christian,” which can span from personal discovery to forced conversion. ⚓️

Halloween 2025

No God but God. Even if we don’t worship a pantheon of gods, we can still effectively worship false gods by prioritizing things like security or wealth over God’s priorities of justice, care for foreigners, minorities, and the poor. #religion #christianity #episcopalchurch ⚓️

I was a Game Master years before I was a Christian. The stories of Jesus, such as the Good Samaritan and the prodigal son, can inspire us with the power of God’s love and give us the strength to resist actions that violate human rights. #Tolkien #DungeonsAndDragons #Jesus #Resistance #episcopal ⚓️

Criteria for a Just Aftermath: The Jus post Bellum Principles. The fourth video on Western Christian Just War Theory. #episcopalchurch #jesus #war #ethics ⚓️

Criteria for waging war justly: The Jus in Bello Principles. The third video on Western Christian Just War Theory. #episcopalchurch #jesus #war #ethics ⚓️

Criteria for Justly Initiating War: The Jus Ad Bellum Principles. The second video on Western Christian Just War Theory. #episcopalchurch #jesus #war #ethics ⚓️

Can Christians Ever Justify War? We explore "Just war" theory developed by Christian theologians over the centuries, which covers the decision to go to war, conduct within a war, and the aftermath. #JustWar #Christianity #episcopalchurch #war ⚓️

Following #Jesus means resisting empire. On the day of #Pentecost, the Gospel was heard in the languages of people from all over the Roman world, regardless of their social status or citizenship. This struck at the very roots of how empires control people. ⚓️ #episcopalchurch #christianity

Show unconditional love towards our LGBTQIA+ siblings, even if you don’t fully understand their experiences. The key is to focus on loving others as God loves us, without judgment or precondition.⚓️ 🏳️‍🌈 #lgbtqia #Compassion #Christianity #jesus #Acceptance #pride #episcopalchurch

FEAR IS THE MIND KILLER. For Christians who believe in the resurrected Lord, any fear beyond the fear of God is irrational. “Fear of the Lord’ differs from harmful fears that lead to hate and abuse. #Dune #jesus #christianity #episcopalchurch #bible ⚓️

The Episcopal Church is ceasing to accept federal grant money due to the government’s decision to fast-track white Afrikaner refugees from South Africa while keeping the process closed to all others. #RefugeeResettlement #christianity #EpiscopalChurch #jesus ⚓️

Sometimes Church Sucks. The church is a community for sinners, not a museum for saints, and finding a church that acknowledges this can help one find #Jesus among them. #episcopalchurch #christianity #church ⚓️

The Liberating Power of the Resurrection - a source of resistance. The state does not own us. #Easter #Resurrection #ChristianNationalism #HumanRights #DeathDefeated #episcopalchurch #jesus #waukesha ⚓️

The Crucifixion of Jesus and the Threat to Human Empire. Jesus’ teachings and actions threatened the power structures of all Empires, as they run counter to the idea that some humans are less than others. ⚓️ #Religion #Politics #Jesus #Empire #christianity #episcopalians #holyweek

Many American Christians are opposed to Christian nationalism. A statement by ELCA Bishops of Wisconsin, signed by many WI Christian leaders, addresses the EO to establish a task force to eradicate “Anti-Christian bias.” ⚓️ #christiannationalism #christianity #wisconsin

Empathy as a Weakness? Challenging Musk's Critique of Western Civilization. "God did not sent the Holy Spirit to boost consumer confidence." #jesus #episcopalchurch #christianity #religion #elonmusk ⚓️

I discuss a meeting with a Wisconsin Assembly representative about a bill to ban gender-affirming care for minors, even with parental approval. Compassionate action is what matters, not just feelings. #GenderAffirmingCare #SuicidePrevention #jesus #christianity #lgbtq ⚓️