When we read the "Letters to the Editor" section of our local newspaper, the anger, resentment, and prejudice we encounter there are often pathetic.

I'm reminded of a pastor who was hospitalized. The chairman of the Administrative Board came to visit. He said, "Pastor, the Board passed our solution asking God to help you toward a full recovery. The vote was 23 to 18."

The divisiveness in our country is corroding our unity. Has talk-radio driven up the anger level in our various communities? And how can militia groups in our country actually believe that our government is essentially the enemy?

Listen to St. Paul's admonition to Romans: "If it be possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all." (Romans 12:18) Couldn't all of us resolve to lower our voices, to control our passions, and to be civil with all persons? Let's promise God we will learn how to disagree without being disagreeable. America's fractured community needs some peacemakers.