I went up to the church this morning after learning that the steps of Grace Church would be a gathering point for another Interfaith rally. When Corrie and I got there, and realized how cold it was, we decided we had to open the church. I was there from 10 to 5. I made it out onto the steps of Grace for a few minutes to soak in the atmosphere. People came in to warm up all morning and early afternoon, but by 2:15, we had a crowd inside.

This is what religion looked like at 2:15:

Here a few Grace members:

Here’s what religion looked like at 4:00:

I didn’t follow the group as it went around the square. I stayed back at Grace, keeping our doors open for those who were looking for a warm space and somewhere to rest their feet.

We were a sanctuary. In the course of the day, I had interesting conversations with lots of people. It was a long, exciting, and rewarding day. Thanks to all of those Grace people who helped today.