A Bishop Hurts The President’s Feelings

[@TC-cr2oy]

The fact that a president of the United States has to be pleaded with to have mercy on America citizens is horrific.

[@paderewskigold]

Indeed.

[@denisemayosky1955]

Even more horrific is the fact that there are Christians who act like she was totally in the wrong, mainly because she's a *woman* teaching!

[@rockyraccoon8270]

The fact that trump is offended is horrific

[@snakedoctor5397]

@@denisemayosky19551 Timothy 2:12

[@catdaddy8603]

Mercy now seems antithetical to MAGA religious values.

[@robinc6324]

Her comments were quiet, calm, and kind.

[@derlingerardclair6252]

In contrast to petty Trump hwo just cried & bellyached like hell just because the Bishop pleaded with him to be really compassionate & merciful towards immigrants,and everyone here in America!

[@kellykaufman8459]

Yes, as if she were ordering a pizza. This proves that trump doesn't care what it says in the Bible.

[@CaroL-nf5rs]

But not in line with the Bible

[@denisemayosky1955]

​@@CaroL-nf5rs What part? The part about being merciful? Since when is showing mercy and caring for the vulnerable - whether you like or agree with them or not - or even your "enemies" against the Word of God?

[@TulipIris7244]

@@CaroL-nf5rsher words were absolutely in line with the words of Jesus and Paul in the Bible.

[@EnergeticEmpatheticExhausted]

They are offended and triggered by kindness. How sad.

[@deborahrivera6064]

They are offended and triggered by anyone acting like Jesus....even more sad and scary

[@jamesmedina2062]

exactly. so antithetic to his total belief structure.

[@MaryWilson-e5p]

One word Evil!!!

[@Boldylock]

@@EnergeticEmpatheticExhausted nope. We’re offended by BS being preached at the pulpit.

[@TheVeggiekat]

@@Boldylock kindness? Mercy? Compassion? You consider virtues and the teachings of Jesus Christ to be BS? She is a Bishop and you are commenting on a video made by an Anglican Priest. These are people who have devoted their lives to Christianity. Their words and guidance on the Christian faith are not BS. You are free to follow whatever religion you like but if compassion and mercy offend you, you are not a Christian.

[@donaldspaulding6973]

She asked him to be a decent human being. Now the little man is asking for an apology. This is proof that he is not able to discern right from wrong and is not qualified to lead anyone let alone a country.

[@kellykaufman8459]

Exactly! he has such thin skin. His nastiness makes Don Rickles seem like Mr. Rogers. And with Rickles, it was his comedy act.

[@diolindaekonomo]

What else is new with him.

[@annabrahamson4320]

I think he knows right from wrong, this is why it bothers him so much, he knows he is wrong. Biden said his father told him not to abuse power at Carters funeral, He was very upset abut it.

[@encarnacionvillazana3270]

You have an ALLY here!! 👍👍👍👍

[@maxspringer01]

where did he ask for an apology? I'd really like to show some of my Trump-supporting colleagues who are willing to have a discussion the clip of her sermon plus his reaction in the moment and after. Where can I find him asking for an apology? EDIT: oh, I'm dumb. I just watched the reverend's video. Now I see where he asked for an apology. Just disregard my question, thanks!

[@angieallen9129]

How can anyone still think that mr. trump is in ANY WAY a follower of Christ?

[@bingo7799]

I find myself asking the same question about the preacher. Someone who ignores all the suffering caused by open borders and other left wing policies.

[@claraj.751]

@@wildrover9650 nor it appears to be you, a trump cultist worships trump foremost everything else is just heresy.

[@dayegilharno4988]

:) Sunken cost fallacy, likely...

[@dallasgraf6442]

It's out of our pay grade to say if he is or isn't. But scripture says you can tell a believer by the fruits they bear which are love joy peace patience kindness goodness faithfulness and gentleness. Scripture also says there are things God hates haughty eyes a lying tongue hands that shed innocent blood a heart that devices evil schemes feet that are quick to rush into evil a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community. But just because someone does the things God hates doesn't mean they arent a Christians. And the only Christian we can judge is ourselves

[@methonyHolmes-e8p]

Bring. There are no "open borders". You have to cross check points to get in. The United States is obliged to recognize valid claims for asylum under the United Nations' 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol.

[@myopinion4600]

She was very brave and very polite. She asked Trump to be kind. Nothing nasty, nothing inappropriate. Just a brave lady showing what Christ really wants.

[@gerigeri111]

...and she was kind in asking him to be kind. He who hath ears to hear let him hear.

[@CurriedBat]

@@gerigeri111 Hmmmm... I might start collecting ears. Good idea!

[@euniceransfer7873]

Amen

[@jaelo2314]

@myopinion4600 that is the problem. trump and Christ can't share the spotlight. He won't have it. While Christ needs no accolades, trump has an insatiable appetite for praise

[@darlameeks]

She called on him to be merciful, and he called her "nasty" for it.

[@ikantdanz]

@@darlameeks It shows us everything we need to know about him. Her sermon was beautiful.

[@libbycollins9349]

Of course she was “nasty” as she is a woman who spoke truth.

[@kellyharper367]

I saw Bishop Marianne speaking... but I heard Jesus' words! 🕊

[@Skycouncil_Sentinel_777]

Amen! She spoke the message of The Good Shepherd, the Prince of Peace -- and the lord of lies didn't like it.

[@rongaugler9190]

Your comment is beautiful and so true

[@rev.leonidasw.smiley6300]

…amen from me too! We need more love.

[@fredaallen9474]

She brought her church into the teaching of Jesus! Those of us who go to church have heard a sermon at one time or another that brought Jesus words against our behavior. That's fine. We are there to hear those words. I think President Trump wasn't there to hear them. So he was there for the political.

[@snakedoctor5397]

1 Timothy 2:12

[@catwilliamson3887]

Pleading compassion is NOT political. I watched her message. She was kind and brave.

[@SusanBloodgood-o5s]

The ones who accused Her of being “Political” are the ones who have mixed Politics and Religion for CENTURIES

[@antiquezombie9933]

And they are complaining about separation of church and state, like they aren't shoving their idea of religion down our throats. This is part of what keeps young people from seeking it. There is no community when everyone is an angry hypocrite

[@sharonirvine6233]

As an Episcopalian, I was pleased that the Bishop spoke truth. She was not mean; she asked Trump gently. She obviously struck a nerve.

[@janohare916]

Her tone was beautiful, soft yet clear.

[@robertburgette5754]

As Episcopalians my wife and I agree 100 percent with her.❤

[@TheObserver3]

Narcissists are merciless and to ask them to be merciful is to them an attack on their ego.

[@kenofken9458]

@@TheObserver3 The light and wisdom of Glorious Leader must never be questioned, even mildly.

[@youraveragewarden9774]

Amen Amen Amen 💯💯🎯🎯✝️✝️

[@DebbieZ4]

I'm not upset by her words, I'm upset about his words and the rest of his followers! God bless her for standing up and speaking the truth. Thanks again, Rev Ed. I love listening to you!

[@elainemaldonado2932]

trump is Wolf in sheep's clothing.

[@cc1k435]

She didn't even say it in an angry tone or anything, and he went crazy over it today. 🤷‍♀️

[@MaryWilson-e5p]

Trump got offended because he know he's wrong! Guilty as charged. His reaction says it all.

[@antiquezombie9933]

It's insane how they are calling her a demon and a lying false prophet.... she asked a powerful person to have mercy on the powerless. If that makes someone angry, they have a much more troubled soul than they want to admit. I appreciate her bravery

[@ecoasis1]

@@antiquezombie9933 AMEN

[@aprilwaters2246]

What offended him most is it was a woman. He is famous for degrading a woman.

[@PriscillaRobb]

That was what I thought too.

[@libbycollins9349]

Nasty is his word for truthful women.

[@CherylHarr-g8q]

To him, she committed the ultimate sin of telling the truth and the audacity of saying it in a public place !!

[@lanejohnson752]

Trump shows how much hate he has for people and how weak he is to be offended by her words.

[@MaryWilson-e5p]

Trump is a little man with insecurities! 🙄

[@DianeScholtz]

I've probably watched her homily almost a dozen times. She wasn't mean or nasty. She pleaded with him to show mercy. She was emulating how Jesus told us to be. She doesn't owe anyone an apology. I am going to be keeping her in my prayers for her safety.

[@LeonaGuest]

@@DianeScholtz amen 1000 times!

[@denisemayosky1955]

AMEN!!!

[@susiea1419]

We are!

[@michapediaqo]

Thank you, we must keep her safety in mind. The deranged maga crowd are already trying to call for her to be dismissed and that could mean anything.

[@witwisniewski2280]

His list of "enemies" will continue to grow. Does anyone actually think of him as a friend?

[@Aya53r3v]

She triggered his demons

[@loveblue2]

Exactly!

[@tinymorris8005]

Made those demons tremble

[@irenelicup208]

Trump soul ran away from him

[@rhondaclark4173]

Perfectly worded!

[@gerigeri111]

ALL their demons!

[@deborahramsey3295]

He isn’t sensitive he is petty. His “image” is everything to him and revenge is his first response to any perceived criticism

[@denisemayosky1955]

What's even more disgusting is how many Christians were ready to attack her on his behalf ("How *dare* a WOMAN presume to teach in the pulpit! And how DARE she put the President in such a vulnerable position and made him look bad!"). It's sad, really!

[@lindaarmstrongjackman9788]

He did not pardon people because he was compassionate, he did it as a big “F you” to Mr Biden, the Democratic party, Capital Police Officers and everyone who did not vote for him.

[@user-cz5tp5bp2x]

Also maybe so he would have his militia available for his needs.

[@lentongunn5851]

Amen and Amen. I agree 1000 percent.

[@lynettemiller7912]

And that's all that stunt was -- if the pardoned do ANYTHING even remotely illegal, he won't care. This was expedient, and he doesn't need them anymore. He doesn't need the cultists (he even said as much), the expendable GOP suck-ups, none of these people mean anything further.

[@mochachaiguy]

This is correct. Trumps reign of narcissistic retribution has only just begun, unfortunately for everyone.

[@waynetaylor8082]

My late Father had a colorful saying in such situations. "The sun doesn't shine on the same dog's ass every day of the week." IT often brings a smile to my face, I sincerely hope IT has the same effect here.

[@jeanalkire1760]

I am a cradle Episcopalian. I have been attending services at the National Cathedral for a few years now. More than once I have come away in awe of Bishop Budde's luminous sermons. I have never been more proud of our church. This was faith in action.

[@rummagedee596]

I'm afraid for all the people who are afraid. I will keep them all in my daily prayers.

[@tomrhodes1629]

"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself" is one of the most true statements ever made by a U.S. President, and the words were put in FDR's mouth by GOD Itself. Elijah has returned, as prophesied, and testifies.

[@CharlieHorse4363]

Thank you 💜🫂

[@lingyjennifer8399]

@@tomrhodes1629 I do not fear the fascists... at all

[@tomrhodes1629]

@@lingyjennifer8399 Nor should we fear anyone. FAITH is the belief that GOD is in absolute and total control at all times and in all places. "Understand totally by understanding totality," sayeth the LORD. For, "I am He and there is no god with me. I kill and I make alive, I wound and I heal, and none can be delivered from my hand." (Deut. 32:39) "I AM THAT I AM" means I AM THAT WHICH IS, AND THERE SIMPLY ISN'T ANYTHING ELSE. But there certainly APPEARS to us in this world that there is "something else," which is why one must find GOOD REASON to believe that there is NOT. (Blind faith won't do it, "for if the blind lead the blind both will fall into the ditch.") And as a forerunner to the Second Coming of Christ, I have been given that information to share, which JC taught but hasn't been understood. And those who seek will find.

[@LeonaGuest]

Be as gentle as a dove and as wise as a serpent. Amen 1000 times. Let us hold Bishop Budde up for the world to see her bravery. She’s gentle like a dove but fearless like a lion. I want to wrap my arms around her and protect her from the evil one, but I need all of you to help me. 🙏🏿🙏🏻🙏🏽

[@Skycouncil_Sentinel_777]

You got it, The Good Shepherd is with you and all of us!

[@ohyeah3365]

Prayers up. Thanks for asking.

[@denisemayosky1955]

🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@dianakoontz3518]

And for protection for her husband and family.

[@ChristineSimkin-t2b]

Me too and I am an atheist. Sometimes, sometimes I come across Christians who have earned respect.. She certainly has and with such grace, truth and compassion.

[@judyobrien5892]

I appreciate her being brave enough to say out loud what a preacher should be saying." Please be Christlike in your leadership."

[@erickborling1302]

Trump's reaction to anyone with adult morals so clearly indicates the severity of his moral turpitude.

[@gosburn4872]

More pastors and priests need to speak up also!!!

[@MaryWilson-e5p]

Agree! Who cares if there church not popular!! Let them walk out! They're not there to worship the King God I know Lord Jesus Christ.

[@tinakoehl1307]

J.D. Vanse's wife was actually listening. The only one listening.

[@revedtrevors4961]

She was focused... Seemed annoyed her husband kept trying to talk to her

[@tinymorris8005]

​@revedtrevors4961 oh he pissed me off with those whispered interruptions

[@revedtrevors4961]

@tinymorris8005 Ugh.... Me too

[@rosemarieguerin1176]

Yes she understood every word and looked sad!I think Vance doesn't treat her as an equal!

[@strongheart8]

Thank you.

[@katz20200]

Bishop Budde demonstrated honesty & integrity. She spoke from her heart and her faith. What a courageous leader she is! I am an American Episcopalian; I'm proud of our church leaders who speak truth to power.

[@susanne9602]

As I watched the video of Bishop Budde speaking the first time, I was simply in awe. As I watched it the second time, all I imagined was that her words could have been those of Jesus asking for mercy not for himself but for others. In turn, I imaged Trump as a stone cold Roman emperor glaring at Jesus and turning his thumb down. This isn't about Trump's feelings, it is all about power. He believes that by being cruel, he appears strong.

[@LeonaGuest]

@@susanne9602 great analogy, Suzanne. Let us continue to fight the good fight in the name of our precious savior.

[@TulipIris7244]

“Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as true strength.” St. Francis DeSales

[@PeterJVogel]

Excellent metaphor.

[@Geoplanetjane]

Bishop Budde was not angry, nor accusatory, nor condemning. She simply and purely asked for his mercy for the most vulnerable people among us. I am now convinced that the Bishop said things that few if any have dared say to him and those around us. The family members around him were clearly discomfited. It should be noted that Bishop Budde is not an exception. The entire Episcopal Church which Bishop Budde represents, is full of people who believe and act the way the Bishop does. The Episcopal Church is entirely open and welcoming to every person at every level, as clergy, administration, parishoners, members visitors, simply persons who desire to participate in a service, sacrament, or a related program. I am honored to be an Episcopalian. And so should all of us be and may we all take courage from Bishop Budde.

[@_Plumtree_]

She for sure didn't call him out, she tried to call him in. He failed to hear or accept the invitation.

[@riseofdarkleela]

Wow love the way you said this.

[@akaimizu1]

This is exactly as I saw it.

[@kellykaufman8459]

Thank you, Bishop, for setting a good example, & for your bravery. I pray for your safety.

[@clintonstone8996]

@@kellykaufman8459 yes we must pray for her safety knowing what Trumps followers are like.

[@hilandovergaard]

"Didn't Jesus show you mercy before you deserved it?" I so LOVE this!

[@claudiacobb2799]

She was humble and respectful.

[@robbylock1741]

Trump born to a rich family, who never wanted for anything through out his life, could not relate or understand her words. Through her words God Blessed us all.

[@user-cz5tp5bp2x]

Yes - frankly, I saw her words (or Gods words through her) just as much meant for me as they were for Trump or anyone else.

[@WillemKok1963]

Exactly, love becomes love.

[@cdh2328]

It’s easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God. Matthew 19:24

[@edbudzynski729]

I’m Roman Catholic but I wish I were Episcopalian at that moment. This Bishop was a fine strong woman. God bless her.

[@pyrovania]

I belong to an Anglican Catholic church. It has elements of both. Anglican 1928 Prayer Book and liturgy which is quite similar to the Catholic liturgy except with some pre Vatican II elements such as priests facing the altar not the audience. Tried being Catholic for a while....I like the music better in the Anglican churches. Catholicism and Anglicanism are actually very similar.

[@annabrahamson4320]

I am to, feel the same. Our church has become obsessed with unborn babies, gay and trans. Pope John Paul saudvitbisnt healthy to obsess about one sin, it becomes evil.

[@grizzly_8917]

Your church will resemble the episcopal church soon enough. Just be patient.

[@user-cz5tp5bp2x]

Well, when you get right down to it, we are all one in Christ.

[@wuffy68]

US Catholics (I'm sorta one too) have become more like Evangelicals preaching the Prosperity Gospel. The (fallible human clergy is just symbolic anymore). Most in my area are MAGA-ish if not full on red hat.

[@Trekfanwanda]

We have many LGBTQ priests and some bishops in the American Episcopal Church . These attacks on vulnerable communities are personal for Bishop Budde (pronounced Buddy) I’m so glad this sermon went viral and the world can see there are compassionate Christians in America. I am proud to be a member of the Episcopal Church 🙏🏽

[@dayegilharno4988]

I've been waiting for something like this ever since that man came down the golden escalator. I can't be the only one...

[@claraj.751]

One I think I will hear in my Unitarian church this weekend.

[@TKCTSTN]

You're definitely not the only one. ​@@dayegilharno4988

[@KristiTays]

Beautiful ❤

[@cheriann6461]

Good stuff. There is an Episcopal Church down the street from me with a sign that reads, "ALL are welcome," and is decorated with various tiny flags (rainbow, American, Mexican, Canadian and et cetera), as well as other pleasant images. I've never been inside the church, but I love driving by the sign (because of the message, and because it's pretty).

[@rehobothwell]

A wise person takes correction. The bishop wasn't harsh at all. Millions voted for trump because he speaks their hate. The price will be high for them and America

[@annabrahamson4320]

Today, our Catholic priest literally raised his voice saying you must support life, the crises centers (absolutely zero abortions) AT ALL COSTS, you must only support those! Elevating the unborn to a level greater than any already born living human. Angels he called them. No mention of guns that take innocent lives every day.

[@MaryWilson-e5p]

We are truly in the end times! Not the golden times that Trump trying to tell the people. Maybe golden for him because Satan have him in office. He is the one Jesus warn us about the lawless one. The AC in revelation fits him!

[@margiestroud919]

She owes NO ONE an apology.

[@PriscillaRobb]

@@margiestroud919 AMEN!!!🙏🙏🙏

[@jeanrichardson2044]

Instead he came down on her like a ton of bricks as if she insulted and abused him. I thought she was wonderful, but she didn't praise him as he felt he deserved and was entitled to. He is a very vindictive man.

[@catpaladin1]

She didn’t create a charade.

[@antiquezombie9933]

The response from Maga has been absolutely disgusting. They have warped the Bible so badly, that they turn on people without hesitation.

[@haroldspence8366]

Donald Trump is way too sensitive to be president. He's like a little child. MAGA, what have you done?

[@SaraVeldkamp]

“Trump never hid who he is. You knew the soulless creature well, before you welcomed him into our House.”

[@KristiTays]

@@haroldspence8366 oh yeah. Amygdala on FIRE 🔥

[@keaco73]

MAGA is so childish it’s pathetic

[@stauggurl01]

@@haroldspence8366 it's not Maga....it's the people that chose not to vote. This is on them. They were warned and chose to bury their heads in the sand.

[@bek7562]

Because they too are immature and never taught to handle their own emotions. I had to learn myself a lot of normal human things because my parents relied on praying over maturing as humans (but then say others should pull themselves up by their boot straps and work for their food)

[@lloydmartin586]

Greetings from Australia. Christians who voted for Trump need to apologise to God. The Bishop had to courage to be Christlike & challenge Trump when backlash is inevitable. God is a God of MERCY I'll leave you with Romans 5.1-5

[@dottiehullihen9660]

@@lloydmartin586 God is using many people to fulfill prophecy including Donald Trump. Deal with it.

[@debrasnider7116]

Yes, also to God And the rest of America that didn't want anything to do with this evil man

[@denisemayosky1955]

​@@dottiehullihen9660 Why so quick to jump to Trump's defense? All she said was "please be kind to these frightened people!" Why is that so offensive to you guys?

[@user-cz5tp5bp2x]

@@denisemayosky1955 Because they think he is infallible.

[@RobertStambaugh-l5r]

Kamala Harris showed contempt for Jesus + Christians when she told the 2 brave young Christian men to leave after they shouted out " Jesus is Lord ". So no , i am a Christian who will not be silenced . My vote is none of your business .

[@lindajallen3805]

To tell a good leader from a dictator, watch how they treat the people that disagree with him.

[@aamh6913]

If I heard that message in church, I would think the minister was trying to inspire me to be better person. When Trump heard it, he thought “I’m being attacked- hit back ten times harder!”

[@masierose6756]

My heart hurts💔 She was so gentle and full of love and kindness. As soon as I saw the clip I wondered how long before he’d call her “nasty” (among other insults) because that’s what he calls all women he feels displeasure towards. It’s going to be a very long four years😢 Sending you all love 💕 and hugs 🫂 from Scotland 🥰💙🌹🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@elizabethawomanofgod4810]

Even though the tone of her voice was soft and humble, she spoke the Word of God with meekness. Those words were like fire 🔥 to him who was like wood 🪵 to the words. Lord please protect her!

[@Dachusblot]

The fact that a plea for mercy and compassion for the desperate and downcast gets labeled as a "radical leftist" message is the exact reason why I'm not a conservative anymore.

[@mikemalloy5776]

Me, too.

[@88Blazehaze]

Thank you for being honest and rejecting hate. And for just Doing the right thing.

[@snakedoctor5397]

1 Timothy 2:12

[@LeonaGuest]

@@Dachusblot amen times 1000. You said it perfectly.

[@Dachusblot]

@@snakedoctor5397 Proverbs 1:20-33

[@cynthiahamilton9292]

Trump uses “nasty” only with women. He needs Jesus in his life but will not make room for Jesus in his heart. I pity him and fear him.

[@LyndaAlicea-s7o]

He has a very dark heart. He needs Jesus. Trump forgets that he is not the savior of our country. He needs to study the new testament. Maybe if we all pray for Jesus to lighten his dark heart. Bishop was speaking Gods word.

[@lhv569]

@@LyndaAlicea-s7o I really believe he can't read above an elementary level.

[@catpaladin1]

God has said that there are those who can not see nor hear. And that he himself has made some people this way.

[@ecoasis1]

@@LyndaAlicea-s7o AMEN!

[@paderewskigold]

I listened to her sermon. It was tenderly given! She was amazing! Masterful. Brilliant. I'm so afraid for her now, that she will be harassed and threatened.

[@ChuckSchickx]

The bishop is a true profile in courage. Trump doesn't have the capacity to feel shame.

[@eileenjacobson2541]

I respect the bishop and her message. She is a good representative of the teachings of Christ.

[@ad-dx9gi]

Thanks Rev Ed.. Bishop Budde is a remarkable human being courageous and true to her faith, A Inspiration..The Feeling I got seeing her sermon to DT filled me with Hope and Courage, We must speak out and Stand up for what's Right.. Prayers 🙏 For Bishop Budde for her safety and may God Bless her ... Thanks God Bless 🕊️

[@LeonaGuest]

Beautiful words perfectly delivered. Amen 1000 times. You hit the nail on the head. She is truly a courageous woman and even more soul, she is truly in Jesus follower. ❤

[@billfarley9167]

A thousand fold.

[@user-cz5tp5bp2x]

Yes, and when we speak out we have to be mentally prepared to reap the wrath of DT and his followers. It could get bad, but we have God on our side.

[@Mylo_Cordana]

Even though Bishop Budde's words couldn't have been more carefully-selected and gentle, speaking truth to power at a time when the President is assuming absolute power and threatening the lives on his enemies is an act of genuine badassey. What a legend.

[@larryhampton6290]

Trump is not or ever be a decent human being al he has hate in his heart

[@marionopisso212]

"Narcissistic, thinskinned, egomaniac." Well said! If some think that's not nice, consider Jesus's words to the false religious, "whited sepulchres"!

[@sybilannwilliams1205]

Her sermon was absolutely beautiful. I have listen to it several times and it touch me and inspired me to be loving and compassionate to others. I sincerely pray that she will not allow that vile hate detour her in any way. I’m grateful that we have spiritual leaders who are willing to show God’s love to all.

[@victorialawhon2251]

I sure hope she gets protection from the ugliness that is Chump. Her sermon was beautiful but it was lost on him and his followers.

[@janohare916]

I guess it might not be lost on them all. When the Bishop spoke, it was as if Jesus spoke. There might be some good results.

[@andyjulia]

@@janohare916I hope so.

[@janetl9984]

I saw Vance smirking and looking to his wife for affirmation. She ignored him and good for her.

[@billfarley9167]

I felt Vance's wife was listening with compassion. Probably an interesting conversation when they arrived home after the service.

[@suek.1507]

She was awesome. I thought he and those around him were about to go up in flames. His anger was that palpable. He should not have to be reminded to be a decent human being.

[@SeashoreRuby]

Thank you Bishop Budde for your exceptional words.

[@debbiejohnson4737]

I don't experience mercy and grace because I am good. I experience grace and mercy because God is good.

[@arianeterry9877]

So, so sad that the President simply cannot understand her message. What a poor soul he must be.

[@rosemarieguerin1176]

He is not a poor soul,he is pure EVIL!

[@carmennurse8641]

@arianeterry, he definitely understood the message; if he didn’t he would not have reacted the way he did. His behavior shows it’s only “lip service” he has about being a Christian.

[@williamroop451]

She even began that part of her message by recognizing that DJT spoke of how he had felt God's hands moving to protect him so that he could lead America.... She called for him to LISTEN to the Lord when leading the country... Lead with mercy. If mercy is a "nasty message" to someone, then they must think that the Bible and Jesus are ALSO "nasty messages". Those around DJY calling for her to apologize and suggested that she be run out of the country. I kind of get the feeling that, before she spoke, before her message was presented, that they ALREADY had a problem with her.... with HER. I'm sure that most of them don't believe ANY woman should lead ANYTHING, much less a CHURCH SERVICE.

[@Redfox-1984]

So proud of the Bishops sermon. I'm glad to be Episcopal. Trump reacted as expected. We need prayers for all of us to survive this nightmare.

[@David-jl1pk]

I’m Catholic but I would be honoured and blessed to have her as my bishop. Now if only Catholic bishops start speaking out.🙏

[@revedtrevors4961]

Watch for the new RC bishop of Washington....

[@kevin.keen.socialmedia]

@@revedtrevors4961 His Eminence Robert Walter McElroy, Cardinal. In addition to having a doctorate of sacred theology (STD), he has a PhD in Political Science from Stanford. His coat of arms before being and as Cardinal bears the motto "Dignitatis Humanae", which translates as "Of the Dignity of the Human Person" and is the title of the Second Vatican Council's Declaration on Religious Freedom. This document sets the ground rules for how the church relates to secular states. His Eminence's PhD dissertation is entitled "Morality and American Foreign Policy: The Role of Moral Norms in International Affairs".

[@ll5974]

She was a leader for the rest of us with her courage and message. We all knew it would make no difference to the awful ones. It was for us. ❤

[@silverghostcat1924]

He shows "mercy" to violent criminals, but takes exception with being asked to be merciful to innocent children. Such a pathetic example of a so called Christian. (Which he said he wasn't at one time) It's just a disguise he puts on as needed.

[@MrKidrick]

Micah 6:8...do justly, love mercy, walk humbly with God. Not be self-righteous, lack compassion, and not open to instruction and correction!

[@youraveragewarden9774]

I'm so glad I didn't vote for Trump. I was trying to tell others that Trump is NOT a Christian!😔😔😔😒😒😒

[@LeonaGuest]

Bishop Budde has so much class and along with Pastor Trevor‘s, she has become one of my heroes. She did a beautiful thing, full of bravery and love for Jesus and his followers. Oh, did you see the expression on the faces of Trump and his family and cohorts? Thank you, Pastor Trevor’s, you’re on my list of heroes too. ❤

[@evelynbarton6349]

Life & Death are in the power of words! She was speaking faith, hope & love, what a blessing.

[@frankkutzler2758]

My patriotic, spiritual heart is just broken over what is happening to this nation. The Christian church has never been more abhorrent in my lifetime.

[@michaelbaynham5107]

I really think you need to clarify this statement. Which sections of the Christian church do you find abhorrent?

[@7thsealord888]

Nothing but respect for that Bishop. If you don't like hearing things said that you don't like, then politics is probably the LAST career path you should even consider.

[@arianahoule7223]

What a surprise. A president, with no compassion, gets his feelings hurt. Is that an oxymoron. I would imagine that the persons who arranged this moment of blessing will be immediately fired. If he could, this president would fire this priest.

[@Justanotherconsumer]

There’s an old early American hymn that goes: “Remember those that love thee/remember those that are loved by thee/pray too for those that hate thee/if any such there be.” Being hated for showing love and mercy is sadly not new. Lord, have mercy.

[@guymontag349]

Jesus, Abraham Lincoln, John Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Robert Kennedy, John Lennon... the prince of this world and his minions seek to kill those who embody love and mercy, and often succeed. But we know who wins at the end of time, don't we?

[@Clinty93]

What she said was just right. She just reminded him of the power and the responsibility he possesses. Truth to power.

[@aces0730]

She pleaded with him to show mercy. He has no regard for anyone who doesn’t support his agenda. She got to him. That’s why he’s calling her names. Typical for dump

[@KadrmasPaul]

“We don’t get forgiven because we follow Jesus. We follow him because we’re forgiven.” Well said. Unfortunately, too many Christians don’t agree.

[@lightofthefire8171]

I have a feeling that Trump would've hated Jesus.

[@PeggyBanchy]

The pharisees hated him so yes.

[@DeborahKeagy]

He probably would have deported him.

[@drewrey5558]

He absolutely would've 💯

[@MikeBrown-ex9nh]

A brown skinned, tolerant of everyone person with socialist tendencies to feed the hungry and heal the sick? Yeah, Trump would deport Jesus on day one.

[@drewrey5558]

@@DeborahKeagy with not much success, God is Jesus!😇

[@ashleywyatt8038]

The things he is doing is down right horrifying😳May God be with us all🙏🏻

[@sueremer-smith1381]

These MAGA are such children. No one has ever said no to trump, Charlie Kirk, bannon, to name but a few. I saw her sermon. Good for her

[@KirkNicewonger]

By the end, Trump and his minions looked like vampires exposed to sunlight. Which, come to think of it...

[@LilliamRivera-u9m]

Probably you’re not far from the truth.😂

[@LeonaGuest]

@@KirkNicewonger a perfect way to describe them. I love it.

[@cc1k435]

Well, it would explain why he's always up all night. 😂

[@PeterJVogel]

Good analogy. Accurate.

[@angelikalindenau943]

Congratulations on your perfectly fitting summary! ❤

[@annettehamstreet7358]

God Bless Bishop Budde,she spoke so beautiful with grace and dignity!

[@melm9487]

I'm so proud of her for standing up to the new powers that be. We need more fearless people.

[@willparker9772]

This whole interaction between trump and the bishop shows how weak and insecure he is. All she said was to have mercy upon the people he has talked about affecting with his policies, and he rage tweeted and demanded an apology. Is this a quality we want in a leader? To be easily provoked? Him being president is a national security threat.

[@melissathomas2314]

The enemy within are Trump and his supporters

[@jtsimmons3133]

Pearls strewn before swine.

[@PeterJVogel]

Brilliant

[@rhondaclark4173]

She didn't just speak to swine. She knew she had an audience of millions.

[@michellewarmath7811]

I enjoyed the livestream today, Rev. Ed, and I also appreciated Bishop Budde's sermon very much. I certainly did not perceive her as overtly "chastising" the President (well, she did sort of rebuke him kindly) but simply doing what good clerics - known or otherwise - have done throughout the centuries: seeking mercy for the downtrodden from kings and lords, emperors and princes and now from a shameless, vicious, self-centered, morally corrupt and unrepentant US president. She incidentally reminded us all - likely 47 and his family, too - that his "profession of faith" is insincere at best and merely self-serving. Rev. Benjamin Cremer posted: "If your Christianity causes you to be offended by someone asking the most powerful person in the country to be merciful towards the powerless, then you have profoundly misunderstood the teachings of Jesus Christ."

[@kaceykelly7222]

Her sermon was marvelous! She is an inspiration for all of us as we face the next 4 years . Your sermon about her sermon was very inspiring and we thank you.

[@EllenFox-o2b]

She spoke for all of us who are afraid. I would like to posit that ANYONE who doesn’t support him is afraid. We don’t know what to do. Our world has been turned upside down and it’s terrifying. I am so grateful for the kind, gentle people like her, and like you, who keep the light burning with truth and love. I’m reminded so much of a verse from “A Mighty Fortress-“ Though hordes of demons fill the land, all threatening to devour us; We tremble not, unmoved we stand; they cannot overpower us. Tho’ he may take our house, goods, honor, child or spouse; tho’ life be wrenched away he cannot win the day! God’s kingdom is forever! ❤️ from 🇺🇸🫶🏻🙏🏻

[@Aqualyra]

I do. I pray people be protected from his capricious, vindictive, proud nature, and his urge for revenge, that God's will is done about him and his sycophants, and that they all get a Paul on the Road to Damascus' style epiphany so they can repent and make amends, get the beams out of their own eyes, learn humility, be blessed with spiritual discernment, & stop taking what is vain to God's Holy Name.

[@deborahb6294]

She was absolutely beautiful!-Trump REACTED like she did hi wrong!!!!- he just didn't WANT to hear it!!!!! I LOVED it so much! It was totally about Jesus and HOW he would BEHAVE!!!

[@SeashoreRuby]

Thank you Bishop Budde for you direct words.

[@bek7562]

I was highly disturbed by the cost of attending prayer with Trump. I will admit, I was wrong. This would have been priceless to see in person.

[@LindaMoses-m2m]

The truth always hurts, and she calls him out in public, she chastise him like the child he is basically for his behavior, morals, and values.

[@toonlyrics]

As Rev. Ed pointed out, she didn't call him out. She begged him to use his power with mercy.

[@christopherdean2893]

It may have been the first time Trump and his family had ever heard the words of Jesus. I think they didn't know what to believe by the looks on their faces.

[@Christynmaine]

Her message personified the essence of true Christianity. We are all God’s children. Nothing can change that.

[@billfarley9167]

Her message has indirectly called out the so-called evangelical Christian charlatans as well. Should be interesting to see how they respond, if ever. Utter silence would be even more telling.

[@lynhaney111]

I am so proud to be an American Episcopalian. Recently I have felt so low about American "Christians" pushing hate. This has lifted me up when I needed it.

[@cbrashsorensen]

I can but HOPE that the "church" upholds her comments. We shall see if there is any righteousness left in the church.

[@keithramsey5637]

There is no hope for the church… I hope there is, but I hold no faith in it.

[@janohare916]

I think there is hope for the church. We usually only hear from the loud MAGA wing.

[@charleskramer7062]

She is but one leader in a church that seeks to love and serve God’s people as Christ. There are many like her, and they are making plans to care for the newly and increasingly oppressed. They just aren’t loud.

[@PhillipLWilcher]

Anyone who perceives any degree of maliciousness in Bishop Budde's appeal to the "President" to show mercy to those who are afraid, and who justly feel compromised through their well-founded fears, then to criticize her as being anything other than Christ-like, are allowing their own guilt to speak for them. Bishop Budde spoke to power with Peace as only she could, for hers is a heart steeped in Compassion and Humility, the likes of which Donald Trump and his family will never understand. May God bless Bishop Budde for the blessing she is to this world. If only more people were like her!

[@junesecrist6719]

I noticed the VPs wife. She was the only one who took the message to heart. The rest had frozen expressions, which is sad. The Bishop is my hero. She has fans. The Pope also echoed her message. This was no attack, It was a reminder of Jesus' intent. There was no hate from her. Many undocumented were not criminals, in fact undocumented immigrants are 60% less likely to commit a crime. Those that called her a heretic, they think the Sermon On the Mount must be a woke Leftist message! Its even worse here in Texas.

[@MatiasDC361]

She made me cry that was the hug I needed in this turbulent times where Im told that people that look like me are poisoning the DNA of america

[@CricketsBay]

Trump and his followers are poisoning America.

[@rikkiechambers4959]

Your comment makes me ashamed to be white ….and I’m so broken to be in any way remotely associated with anyone that makes you feel that you are anything but beautiful and amazing,I wish for some thing I can wear or something that screams I do not agree ,I’m not a part of him or the things he does ….please know so many of us are not him and we don’t think that you or anyone else is poising us , we love and welcome all of humanity 🙏

[@MsTwister57]

I understand. I'm the same way.

[@ericbuscher]

Given that the only reason Trump was there was to use the prayer service as a political stunt for virtue signalling, she had every right to ask him to prove his sincerity through action.

[@annabrahamson4320]

Her duty.

[@billfarley9167]

He probably thought she had set him up instead of listening to her message. It's all about him. It's going to be interesting to see how this will play out over the next few weeks and beyond.

[@LeonaGuest]

@@ericbuscher you hit the nail on the head. That is the only reason he was there. And you could tell he was suffering. 😂

[@robe2504]

Nice work. Great point.

[@jameshuddleston4736]

She was actually spot on !! I hope Jesus Christ is proud of her !! Which exactly like he would do it !!! You better wake up MAGA !!! 💯🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@guymontag349]

I'd like to think that the Lord will say to the Bishop, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

[@LyndaAlicea-s7o]

God spoke through her. True Christians will know this. May God have mercy on our souls.

[@BlueSunFlo]

Christians lifted this man up. I will never understand why 😢

[@johnnyrobinson6163]

Because it's all lies...People that believe the bible is what it's made out to be are easily deceived ...maybe this will open eyes so people can see the truth. But I doubt it .

[@rolandsturm6675]

These are not Christians

[@nancyadamson6755]

It was so beautiful I loved the message, but the look on the Trump family and JD Vance and wife was priceless.

[@nooneanymoore9971]

My heart is breaking... so many innocents will be negatively affected.