Mikhail Lennikov seeks sanctuary in First Lutheran Church
Mikhail Lennikov seeks sanctuary in First Lutheran Church
Mikhail Lennikov, a former Russian KGB agent, seeks sanctuary in First Lutheran Church, Vancouver, B.C. The practice of sanctuary goes back at least to biblical times. Such a practice is certainly in line with the spirit of Jesus who loved and welcomed into his midst the outcasts of his day. Should sanctuary, under certain circumstances, take precedent over civil law? What are such circumstances? What do you think? Read and watch video here.
Good question, Garth. In my opinion, it probably would be best to “face the music” with community. We have been counselled to give to Ceasar that which belongs to Ceasar and to God that which belongs to God. Sanctuary from society is different from taking a retreat into a sacred place, a place of temenos so that the self has a chance to hear all the voices of God that speak within, voices of light and shadow.
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Retired Eagle
June 6, 2009 at 10:55 pm