Artist: Angela Mayes '24

Dying an innocent death, Jesus stands in solidarity with all those who unjustly face death. Jesus was crucified innocently for his words and deeds, and his unjust death can be compared to contemporary martyrs such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Archbishop Oscar Romero. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated for his commitment to civil rights, and Archbishop Oscar Romero was assassinated for speaking out against poverty, injustice, and torture. Jesus sacrificed his life for us, and his commitment to his call is something that should be imitated as we face the injustices of our time. Modern issues of racism, religious persecution, poverty, and violence require resilience and dedication to remedy, and Jesus was a perfect example for all of us.

Written by: Nick Bordenca, '23