Sharing Kindness: How Good Deeds Amplify Positive Messages

When one thinks of a "seminary," images of lush campuses and solemn cathedrals often come to mind, filled with future ministers deep in Biblical studies. Rarely imagined, however, is a basketball initiative for underprivileged Black boys in South Seattle or a job training program in Phoenix aimed at at-risk youth, or even sports-based resilience programs in Nairobi, Kenya. These initiatives exemplify the mission of Street Psalms, a faith organization from Tacoma, Washington, collaborating with ministries and social service entities worldwide. Their goal is to spread the Gospel by uplifting impoverished populations in urban landscapes. Sarah Moore Sherry, a senior fellow at Street Psalms, discusses how their partner organizations tackle issues like incarceration and homelessness with a unique mentality, recognizing the abundance in every community. Street Psalms nurtures a spirit-led and community-centered approach that encourages genuine connection and understanding across diverse faiths and political beliefs, fostering a compassionate engagement with those on society’s margins.