Jesus, Bombs, and Ice Cream

110822-JBICI was in Baghdad in March 2003, where I lived as a Christian and as a peacemaker during the "shock-and-awe" bombing. I spent time with families, volunteered in hospitals, and learned to sing "Amazing Grace"

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An image of the November 2026 issue of Sojourners, titled "Face to Face." It features George Lakey on the cover
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