Ray S. McKinnonHere for Good: The Power of Community, Mutuality, and JusticeFor over two decades, QC Family Tree has been a beacon of hope and light in Charlotte, rooted in the simple yet profound idea of…Sep 11Sep 11
Ray S. McKinnonFrom Swords to Plowshares: A Vision of Peace, Justice, and TransformationOne of my favorite passages in scripture comes from the book of Isaiah, offering a profound vision of peace and justice:Sep 9Sep 9
Ray S. McKinnonBreaking Generational Norms: The Power of Education and Leading with LoveAcross races, places, and genders, everyone deserves the freedom to be ourselves, to learn, and to thrive. However, as we know too well…Sep 9Sep 9
Ray S. McKinnonThe Future of Democracy: Why Even the Cheneys Are Backing Harris/WalzIn 2024, democracy is on the line. The Cheneys, despite their past, are backing Harris/Walz over Trump/Vance to safeguard democratic norms.Sep 8Sep 8
Ray S. McKinnonEmbracing My Authentic Self: A ReintroductionIt’s been a journey — a long, winding one filled with moments of quiet reflection, seismic shifts, and courageous steps toward…Sep 8Sep 8
Ray S. McKinnonYea, But It Is Still Friday…Preachers, we have a real temptation to rush past Friday. But we must not. We must fight it. Friday, in the life of Christ and his…Apr 20, 2019Apr 20, 2019
Ray S. McKinnonI Love the CMS Budget… Mostly: An Open LetterMadame Chair, Madame Vice Chair, Honorable Members of the CMS School Board, and Dr. Wilcox,Apr 15, 2019Apr 15, 2019
Ray S. McKinnonSilent No More: Younger Voices Demand Action Not ExcusesOn Monday the Charlotte City Council met for a special meeting that was called by Mayor Jennifer Roberts. Mayor Roberts called the meeting…Aug 31, 2017Aug 31, 2017
Ray S. McKinnonCharlotte City Council, Repeal the EEO and Reject the Suggested AmendmentsMadame Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and Council,May 23, 2017May 23, 2017
Ray S. McKinnonYes, Black Lives MatterI have written and then re-written this first sentence a few times. I don’t know why today Jordan Edwards’ murder has hit me so hard, but…May 3, 2017May 3, 2017