Are we our sisters' keepers?

It’s been said that most organizations meet, eat, and retreat.  I pray we do not retreat.  What can we do to bring about change?  We must be informed and educated.  We must be aware of situations facing us, our sisters, daughters, and granddaughters in this time and place.  We must seek solutions.   Two women in California were responsible for bringing about tougher legislation for offenders driving under the influence.  Lives are being saved.  You too can make a difference. You too can bring about change.  If you want to see justice, equality, and dignity for all God’s children, you will have to speak out.  The Churchwomen must lead the way by becoming involved and by acting on behalf of the church and all women.  Here am I.  Here we are.  Will we respond?  Will we act to bring about justice and relieve suffering?  Are we our sisters’ keepers?  Will our response be, Here am I, send me?  

(Source: Mary Varden Harris, President’s Address, 1982 ECW Centennial Meeting)