About Our Ordained Minister:

Dannielle is an Air Force veteran who has been vegan since joining the military, now known as a Santa or Mary Bella. She holds lifetime hunting and fishing licenses and pursues studies in peace education, law, and integrative therapy as part of her career. She is also an abuse and slavery coach who studies warfare and investigations and has a background in martial arts and boxing. She loves her freedom! This is the balance of life! 

Good morning, Santas.

Today, we're discussing how we're weighing the scales. We've reached our verdict as a union and an organization, and we have all kinds of documents throughout our website that will help guide us in understanding the direction we're headed, how we reached our conclusions, and all the data we combed through. It really took us roughly six to seven years in total. This was definitely not an overnight decision, and we're very happy.

Right now, we're feeling a lot of our good light and positive energy. At the same time, we have a lot of natural human emotions, especially since we're kind of angry about where society is headed right now, particularly as Americans. We do feel like a lot is being taken from us at this time in history, and we are not in agreement with the activists.

While we began our journey more on the left Democratic side, we moved through a lot of information and considered both sides. That's a part of what it takes to be a healthy mediator and legal professional. While we're a ministry, we actively work in the legal field, and that's a part of our ministry. This is what makes us unique. We focus on societal issues and the real world rather than just focusing on the Bible and history. We spend a lot of time in the present.

We're also very happy at this time because we've reached a lot of conclusions through our evidentiary learnings. It's exciting because now we get to balance our scales and focus more on our therapeutic side, have a little more fun, get out more, and enjoy life. We don't want to stay so focused and drained by our learnings and the landscape of these conflicts all the time. We really have to live our lives, too, and enjoy life and all that it has to offer us.

Today, we're coming to terms with our conclusions and our verdict, but we also offer room for conscience within our church. Even though our church has reached its own opinions and verdicts, we still welcome our church members to study on their own and maintain their freedom of conscience. That's really important, too, and it helps us become better advocates when we have many different opinions on different subjects. We can weigh the scales on different opinions as well. That's what makes us so colorful and what makes us such a beautiful society.

We have reached our verdict that public servants, such as volunteers and those who really love America and want to see America become a better place, as well as the American public, have more heart, meaning they have more love and soul for their nation. They're willing to take care of it.

The weight of public servants, volunteers, and the American public was like a feather on the scale of our hearts. What that means is that they've uplifted society. They had enough heart to reach out to others, be charitable, love others, and expand in many different ways.

We also found that modern activists who have participated in fourth-generation warfare and conflict, as well as historic and catastrophic harms against the United States, alongside foreign invaders, have caused a lot of harm to the American home front. We weighed those scales and found innocence on the side of the American public, public servants, and volunteers. Unfortunately, we reached the decision that, on the activist and foreign invader side, there is guilt.

So we have decided to side with the American public, public servants, and volunteers over activist harms and foreign invader harms. This was the verdict we reached. It was not an easy verdict. It took us six to seven years of around-the-clock casework, evidence gathering, research, thousands and thousands of research efforts, reflection, shadow work, and working through our own conscience, applying our own hearts and souls to this case. And so, that was the verdict we reached.

We are also coming to terms with our societal impasses. Through all of this, we've unearthed a lot of things that many Americans were unaware of, and these discoveries have been incredibly challenging to how we feel about certain things, religions, and ideologies moving forward.

There have been a lot of harms occurring within society that are both religious and ideological, on the right side as well as the left side. We realized that we are experiencing a repeat of World War II in many ways. We have a significant population of Germans, as well as a significant population of Jews, within the United States. Many people came from Germany during and after World War II. We still have that historical conflict between those nations, and now it is here. It has gravitated to America because we have embraced so many foreigners and immigrants into our society.

Not all Americans are immigrants. Some of us are native, and we have to set that boundary as well. It is a very important boundary that we must establish. There should be no historical erasure and absolutely no hurting or punishing of Native Americans, whether white, Black, or Indigenous. We also recognize the positive attributes and contributions of immigrants, but we recognize that we are in modern conflict with foreigners at this time in history, and we have to set our boundaries there as well.

We want to go over our societal impasses this morning, just to briefly review them. We're going to go over ten things, and after today, we're going to move on and work on our own peace and harmony so that we can heal from everything we've discovered and move forward. At the same time, we're recognizing more and more, and we're embracing what these discoveries mean for us as well.

These societal impasses represent persistent conflicts, harms, and barriers to resolution. They are simplified here, and we also have a paper document on our page to make it easier to navigate and follow along.

To name them, we've identified ten impasses.

One. Ritual practices, pedophilia, and sexual harm.

Two. Religious animal sacrifice and animal welfare. This includes any form of inhumane treatment against animals.

Three. Activism, catastrophic consequences, and damages. These are political movements that pose an active threat of violence or harm against the American people or any people in the world, including people in other places. Predominantly, we're focused on Western and European societies today.

Four. Political action committees, racial targeting, and discrimination. We're particularly concerned about white-targeting campaigns because they've become normalized and are causing very severe harm against the white population, including white population decline. This is not something we're taking lightly, nor are we allowing it to be gaslit or ignored.

Five. Fraud, exploitation, and financial abuse.

Six. Modern slavery and human trafficking.

Seven. Verbal, spiritual, and physical abuse.

Eight. Fourth-generation warfare, crimefare, and foreign conflict.

Nine. Animal abuse and verbal harassment concerning animal welfare.

Ten. Targeting of Americans, migration, foreign interference, foreign flag raising, and underground movements. This includes any form of foreign harm, criminal activity, organized crime, clandestine organizations, or subversion against the American people.

We reach the central question: How can society resolve these persistent conflicts when fundamental rights, public safety, religious freedom, animal welfare, political interests, national sovereignty, and institutional accountability appear to be in conflict?

Our objective is that we must identify the underlying harm, establish the facts, distinguish the conduct from unlawful activity, protect those affected, and develop proportionate remedies that uphold the law, our national sovereignty, and accountability.

We advocate for peace, prevention, mediation, and reconciliation wherever possible, while also recognizing that war and forms of military intervention or force may be necessary to defend against aggression, protect the innocent, uphold justice, and defend national sovereignty.

We do support lawful warfare in accordance with applicable domestic and international law when necessary to address established threats, as well as lawful legal action when harm has been established and accountability is warranted. We recognize that balance, advocacy, and accountability reinforce one another.

We are recognizing balance through all of this, and that is a part of our movement in peace advocacy. Even though we understand peace as non-warfare, we also recognize that we have a right to defense. We have a right to self-defense. We believe in standing our ground, and we believe in measures of justice to preserve peace.

This is our sermon for today. We're recognizing that we have reached our verdict, and we're moving forward with establishing our diagnoses of what we've been experiencing. That is a really good feeling, but it's also about recognizing that we have issues we must work through to achieve peace once again in our country and overseas in other Western nations during times of war and conflict.

With that noted, we recommend working on our balance and harmony, remembering that it's important to consider a balanced viewpoint and move forward with logic, truth, and science in mind, as well as to challenge our own biases.

We feel that we really worked to do that, as we started off more on the left Democratic side. We considered everyone's points of view. We were passionately involved in activism, and we ultimately concluded that we need to move forward with more boundaries established. Those boundaries include borders and restrictions to prevent harms arising from any form of foreign invasion or warfare.

We also recognize that we are adapting to mass catastrophe, historical harms, and predominantly historical activism-related harms, as well as foreign invasion and historic harms associated with it.

For today's sermon, a Greek vegan dish would fit beautifully with the themes of balance, harmony, and bringing people together. I recommend Greek Gemista inspired chickpea bowls for something easy, colorful, and full of Mediterranean flavor.

​Mediterranean-inspired · Vegan · Gluten-free · 25 minutes · Serves 2

A Greek-inspired dish with lemon, olive oil, tomatoes, herbs, and chickpeas. These ingredients bring fresh flavors together in a meal that celebrates simplicity, nourishment, and harmony.

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa, optional
• Vegan hummus or dairy-free tzatziki, for serving

1. Prepare the chickpeas.

Warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chickpeas, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Make the Greek salad.

Combine the cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion in a bowl. Add lemon juice, parsley, and a little olive oil.

3. Assemble and serve.

Add the chickpeas to your bowl with the fresh salad. Serve over rice or quinoa if desired, with a spoonful of hummus or vegan tzatziki.

Like the scales we discussed in today's sermon, this dish brings different ingredients together without requiring them to become the same. Each ingredient contributes its own flavor, while the lemon, olive oil, and herbs help bring everything into balance.

Today's reflection: Just as a nourishing meal requires balance, a peaceful society requires us to consider different needs, uphold our responsibilities, and care for the well-being of others.

Enjoy :)!

Theme: Finding balance between justice, peace, personal responsibility, and enjoying life.

After spending six to seven years researching societal conflicts, gathering evidence, and reflecting on difficult questions, today's activity is about taking a step back and making room for personal peace, healing, and happiness.

Take a piece of paper and draw a large set of scales. Label one side Responsibilities and the other Peace and Enjoyment.

Reflect on each statement and check the ones that feel true for you today.

• I have made time to reflect on what I have learned.
• I can recognize when I need to step away from conflict.
• I am willing to challenge my own assumptions.
• I have made time for rest, creativity, or recreation.
• I can stand up for my principles without carrying every conflict all day.
• I have something positive to look forward to.

Write a few sentences in your journal or discuss these questions with your church community.

1. What can I put down today? Consider a responsibility, worry, or conflict that does not require your immediate attention.
2. What is worth protecting? Think about your values, personal boundaries, relationships, and the people or causes you care about.
3. What brings me joy? Identify one thing you can do this week simply because it makes life more enjoyable.

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Choose one enjoyable activity to complete today:

• Take a peaceful walk and appreciate your surroundings.
• Prepare your Greek vegan chickpea bowls and enjoy a screen-free meal.
• Listen to Greek music or explore Greek art and history.
• Spend time near the water or somewhere that helps you feel grounded.
• Create a small piece of artwork representing peace, justice, or harmony.

“We cannot spend every day weighing the conflicts of the world without making time to enjoy the world we are working to protect.”

Today, we recognize the importance of our convictions while remembering that rest is valuable, joy is necessary, and peace begins with how we care for ourselves and others. We can continue advocating for justice without allowing conflict to occupy every part of our lives.

Today's goal: Choose one responsibility to address, one worry to set aside for now, and one enjoyable thing to do for yourself.

Heavenly Father, Divine Creator, and Source of Truth,

We come before You today with open hearts and minds as we reflect on the scales of justice, the importance of peace, and the responsibility we hold as members of our communities and as citizens of our nation. We ask for Your guidance as we continue to seek truth, examine the evidence, and understand the many challenges facing our society. May we have the wisdom to recognize wrongdoing, the courage to stand up for what is right, and the compassion to protect those who are vulnerable.

Lord, help us find balance between justice and mercy, conviction and conscience, and advocacy and understanding. Teach us to challenge our own biases, consider different perspectives, and remain committed to truth, logic, and reason. May we never become so consumed by conflict that we lose sight of our own humanity or the humanity of others. Give us the strength to establish healthy boundaries, defend our rights, protect our communities, and hold ourselves and our institutions accountable.

We pray for the American people, our public servants, our volunteers, and all those who dedicate their time and energy to making our country a better place. Bless those who serve with love, integrity, and a genuine desire to help others. Protect our communities from violence, exploitation, fraud, abuse, and injustice. May our nation have the wisdom to preserve its sovereignty, uphold the law, respect the rights of its people, and pursue peaceful resolutions wherever possible.

We also pray for those experiencing conflict, war, displacement, and suffering throughout the world. May those who have been harmed find protection, those who have been wronged find justice, and those who have caused harm be held accountable through lawful and proportionate means. Where reconciliation is possible, open the door to healing. Where defense is necessary, grant wisdom and restraint to those responsible for protecting innocent lives.

May we respect the sovereignty of all American Native peoples, recognize the history of our nation, and approach the contributions and challenges of different communities with honesty and fairness. Help us distinguish individuals from the actions of governments, organizations, and political movements, so that accountability is directed toward established wrongdoing rather than collective blame. Let us protect the innocent while remaining firm against injustice.

Father, as we come to terms with the conclusions we have reached after years of research, reflection, and difficult learning, help us release the exhaustion that comes from carrying these concerns for so long. We recognize that we must also live our lives, enjoy the beauty of creation, nurture our relationships, and care for our own well-being. Restore our energy, renew our spirits, and help us rediscover the happiness that can exist alongside our commitment to service.

May we continue our work in peace advocacy, mediation, legal education, and public service with renewed purpose. Help us understand that peace does not require us to abandon justice, and that justice does not require us to abandon compassion. May our convictions be guided by truth, our boundaries be guided by wisdom, and our actions be guided by conscience.

Today, we choose to make room for balance and harmony. We give ourselves permission to rest, to laugh, to explore, to create, and to enjoy all that life has to offer. May we remember that caring for ourselves is also part of sustaining our ability to care for others.

May the scales of justice remain steady, the scales of peace remain open to reconciliation, and the scales of our conscience remain guided by truth.

May we move forward with courage, wisdom, compassion, and faith, protecting what is precious while making room for healing and a brighter future.

In the name of peace, justice, and Divine guidance,

Amen.

As we move forward, let us remember that the scales of justice require careful consideration, the scales of peace require compassion, and the scales of conscience require that we continue to examine ourselves. We can recognize the harms we've studied while making room for healing, personal growth, and the enjoyment of life.

May we continue to seek truth, establish healthy boundaries, advocate for justice, and work toward peace and harmony in our communities and throughout the world.

Please join US in silent prayer.

Thank you for being with US today Santas :)