{"id":2891,"date":"2025-12-26T04:58:29","date_gmt":"2025-12-26T12:58:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.katrinasdream.org\/dreamscape\/?p=2891"},"modified":"2025-12-28T02:03:35","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T10:03:35","slug":"boxing-day-blessings-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.katrinasdream.org\/dreamscape\/boxing-day-blessings-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Boxing Day Blessings"},"content":{"rendered":"
Dear Friends and Family,<\/div>\n
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Today, December 26\u2014Boxing Day, a traditional day of giving and charity rooted in sharing with those in need\u2014I re-gift this cherished memory of my late husband William and our time in India<\/u><\/a>. In December 2013, William preached at the Garrison Church (Church of North India) in Camp Deolali, Nasik, during the Christmas Eve Night Watch Service. We came as goodwill ambassadors, finding common ground with Rev. Magda Kamble and the community there\u2014building on our partnership, we came to profound mutual understandings of faith, justice, and the power of dialogue in conflict resolution.<\/div>\n
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Here is that heartfelt sermon from over a decade ago: https:\/\/youtu.be\/HjB1MAVbncM<\/u><\/a><\/div>\n
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On this Boxing Day, I continue to be inspired by William\u2019s ministry of peace, reconciliation, and the spirit of generous giving. We extend blessings to our fellow Americans and all people everywhere\u2014may light overcome darkness, love unite us, and charity uplift those in need.<\/div>\n
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As we celebrate 20 years of Katrina\u2019s Dream\u2014founded to honor his mother Rev. Katrina Swanson of the Philadelphia Eleven\u2014we continue the vital work for the Equal Rights Amendment. With 38 states having ratified, ongoing efforts seek to affirm its place as the 28th Amendment, ensuring constitutional equality regardless of sex.<\/div>\n
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Women still face a pay gap of about 85 cents to the male dollar (Pew Research, 2024 data). Recent laws like the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (signed July 2025) and the Defining Male and Female Act of 2025 (H.R. 2378 \/ S. 1147) address policies, but the ERA\u2019s promise of universal constitutional equality remains essential.<\/div>\n
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Our petition calling upon Senator Murkowski to circulate a Dear Colleague letter gains signatures every day. Add your name to the growing list of nationwide activists. Sign here.<\/u><\/a><\/div>\n
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Why now? In the spirit of Christ\u2019s teachings on justice and mercy, we are called to uplift the vulnerable and affirm the God-given dignity of every person. As Scripture reminds us in Micah 6:8\u2014\u201cto do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God\u201d\u2014the Equal Rights Amendment embodies this divine mandate: a moral imperative to ensure equality under the law, reflecting the Gospel\u2019s call to love our neighbor as ourselves and to protect the least among us. True Christian charity demands we pursue justice not as an option, but as a sacred gift of life abundant for all God\u2019s children, especially women who bear disproportionate burdens yet contribute immeasurably to family, church, and society.<\/div>\n
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Pledge $20 monthly (or any amount) to fuel our work:<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Unveiling Valor: Poetry and creative initiatives inspiring faith and action.
\n\u2022 Power of One: Advocacy for the ERA and protections for all.
\n\u2022 Bubble of Love: Interfaith efforts for peace and understanding.
\n\u2022 Justice Initiatives: Voices for fairness and labor rights.<\/div>\n
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Strong public support for equality endures, and our advocacy\u2014 at Verdi Square in NYC, to our weekly column, including events at the UN\u2014continues to amplify this call.<\/div>\n
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Join the spirit of giving this Boxing Day: $20 for 20: Igniting Equality<\/u><\/a>Donate securely. Share with your family and friends #20for20ERA #KatrinasDream #EqualityForAll #BoxingDayGiving. Click here to Donate<\/u><\/a>.<\/div>\n
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Blessed Boxing Day\u2014may your generosity bring hope and justice in the new year!<\/div>\n
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Love and Light,<\/div>\n
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Helene de Boissiere-Swanson<\/div>\n
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Dear Friends and Family, Today, December 26\u2014Boxing Day, a traditional day of giving and charity rooted in sharing with those in need\u2014I re-gift this cherished memory of my late husband William and our time in India. In December 2013, William preached at the Garrison Church (Church of North India) in Camp Deolali, Nasik, during the…
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