As part of the Jim Wallis False White Gospel preaching series, The Rev. Mark Asman referenced the Dignity Index as a tool to help us bridge our deep divisions. In the two forums on January 19 and 26, Mark will help us go deeper into understanding and practicing the Dignity Index. In addition to our political divisions, we will explore various applications of the Dignity Index for the family and personal relationships. 

The Dignity Index says, "Our disagreements aren't causing divisions in our country; it's what we do when we disagree. Do we treat the other side with dignity, or do we treat them with contempt? The first, dignity, brings us together; the second, contempt, drives us apart." The Dignity Index helps us discern how we engage with others. As people of faith, Genesis 1:26, Then God said, "Let us make humankind in our own image, according to our likeness," is foundational to the application of the Dignity Index.