“The Golden Rule Reimagined: Beyond the Embroidered Pillow”

Rev. Kaitie Mears looks at what Matthew 7:12 (the Golden Rule) really means. She says Jesus wasn't just telling people to be nice. Instead, he wanted his followers to truly connect with and depend on each other. Mears thinks the Golden Rule is about taking action: being accountable to others, working through conflicts, and supporting community - especially people who need help. It's not just about being nice or staying out of people's way. She believes treating others as you want to be treated also means putting yourself in their shoes and understanding their situation.