Many in our nation are struggling with anger and frustration. We must not turn this on our fellow human beings, including those who are leading us into a difficult and very dangerous new kind of war. Rather, let those of us who believe there is a better way harness the energy of our emotions and turn it to finding creative alternatives at a time when they are sorely needed. There is no doubt: terrorism must be stopped. The challenge to us as people who deeply believe in nonviolence is to clearly articulate a realistic, pragmatic, nonviolent methodology of achieving that end. Not to do so is to relinquish the debate to those who are certain that only violence and retaliation will remove this scourge from our global community. Those of us who are clear that violence cannot be stopped by violence now must articulate a clear practicable alternative vision. It is time for us to take courage, Friends, and to center ourselves deeply in worship. It will be critically important for us to listen for the leadings of the Spirit. In listening deeply for that still, small voice, we will find the courage, assurance, comfort, creativity, and guidance we need to be instruments of God's peace. Susan Corson-Finnerty Friends Journal November 2001 page 2