Feb 8 . This morning I listened to NPR's StoryCorp. Hector Black spoke about his daughter's brutal murder...Hector now is an outspoken voice of peace in a world of hatred and violence. Read his story, and hear his quiet and peaceful voice at StoryCorp on NPR. Today...http://www.storycorps.net/

Hector himself is a light in the darkness of violence in our world. He says...

"“Quakers are not so much against war as for peace. We believe that it is more consistent with the teachings of Jesus to live a life that takes away the occasion for war and violence, thus sowing seeds of peace instead of fighting wars.”
“The army that can defeat terrorism does battle quietly, clearing minefields and vaccinating children. It undermines military dictatorships and military lobbyists. It subverts sweatshops and special interests. Where people feel powerless, it helps them organize for change, and where people are powerful, it reminds them of their responsibility."
For Hector's essay on his experience, see http://www.chattanoogafriends.org, click on "Hector Black" and then "Counter Recruitment in Cookeville"

BLessings to Hector and his family.... and to you all. Kathleen