John Dear: “Heroes. Heroes of Gospel nonviolence. (www.pinegap6.org)

They exposed the hidden truth of the U.S. radar operations in Australia’s backyard, a truth long obscured under official secrecy and gibberish. The Four demand the removal of all U.S. military installations here, and an end to Australia’s support for our evil war on Iraq. In the process, they shine a light like the blazing Australian sun on what discipleship to the nonviolent Jesus looks like today. If we want to love our enemies, a straightforward first step is to put an end to our governments’ plans to kill them.”

“Nonviolent revolution — that’s been my message at every stop, at each workshop, retreat, public lecture, and interview. Over and over I say we are all called to undertake with new vigor the Christian revolution of nonviolence — in Australia, the United States, and everywhere.”

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