This week's gospel lesson tells of Jesus' reaction to the arrest of John the Baptist. Pastor Michelle talks about why John was probably arrested - John was spreading a message of peace in the face of political leaders that used violence and oppression to remain in control. Jesus later used the same message of peace to show that violence is never the final answer to anything. She goes on to explain that showing peace and mercy can feel like an inadequate response in today's world, but it is the only response that matters.
