On the second Day of Christmas…

On the second Day of Christmas
The Bluenecks gave to me
A budget with a heart…

And a rebuilt New Orleans.

Washington had a “come to Jesus” meeting today over the new Federal budget. A religious coalition group calling itself “Let Justice Roll” had a pray-in at the Capitol, beginning in House Majority Leader Frist’s offices. About 100 were arrested. According to their website, they plan to “pray for a budget that does more to support children, the poor, families, the elderly, veterans and persons with disabilities.”

Congress is wrapping up this week with a budget that would cut $35 billion to $50 billion over five years from a range of programs, including health care for the poor and elderly and possibly child care, student loans and food stamps.

Finally the party that claims conservative Christians as its base was faced with a well-organized Christian group that is fighting the Neo-Con agenda. According to Rev. Dr. Bob Edgar, General Secretary of the National Council of Churches USA, the proposed budget “is a slap in the face to anyone who believes in justice.”

What can Bluenecks do to help?
Sign this petition. Then ask your minister if your church is part of this effort. The Episcopal Church, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Presbyterian Church (USA), United Church of Christ and United Methodist Church have all signed on. If your church has not, why not?

Update
Photos and testimonials of Christians who participated in the pray-in.