“Do Unto Others as you would have them do unto you.”
– Matthew 7:12
Do Unto Others is a grassroots movement launched by Resurrection, a United Methodist Church in the Kansas City area, to encourage people to be intentional about treating one another with kindness, overcoming the polarization in our country through civility and respect.
Jesus taught that we should treat others as we want them to treat us – including those with whom we disagree. Known as The Golden Rule, a version of this teaching can be found in almost every religion in the world. This universal rule holds the power to bring people together again.
Join the Movement
Make a Personal Commitment
Begin with your own deliberate actions and interactions, modeling what it looks like to live by the Golden Rule.
Share the Message
Throughout the summer and fall, we’ll be sharing this simple message through t-shirts, yard signs, stickers, buttons, and social media.
Learn, Serve and Grow
Join us for special programs, events, study and service opportunities when the campaign officially kicks off in August.
Does your church or organization want to join the Do Unto Others Kindness Campaign?
Check out the free guides and resources that you can download and customize at: campaignforkindness.com
Civic Engagement
The Civic Engagement Ministry of Resurrection seeks to build awareness of important social issues and encourage thoughtful dialogue and active participation in the democratic process. You can learn more, get voter information and get involved in this ministry here.
At Resurrection, we believe that the political process is an important part of our lives as a community and a nation, and it is a Christian responsibility to get involved in the process. As a church, we are prohibited from directly or indirectly participating in or intervening in any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office, but we actively encourage people to get involved in the political and civic processes.
T-Shirts
Order your campaign t-shirts. Resurrection has partnered with a fair-trade apparel company, GOEX, to produce this year’s campaign t-shirts. T-shirts can be ordered online and will be shipped directly to your home. Learn more GOEX and their impactful business model that creates fair-wage jobs and supports families in the US and Haiti.
Yard Signs
Yard signs are available for congregants to pick up at all Resurrection locations. Share the message by placing the campaign signs in your yard and and public spaces where there are other campaign signs.
Downloadable Resources
Click on images to download shareable graphics to share the message on your personal social media and digital backgrounds, and link to an online store for other branded merchandise.
Shareables
Digital Backgrounds
Online Store
Kindness FAQs
“You should treat people in the same way that you want people to treat you; this is the Law and the Prophets.” (Matthew 7:12)
Showing Christian kindness at school can be a challenge, but it’s important because there can be much unkind teasing and even bullying at school. So, start by deciding not to initiate or join in unkind teasing or ridicule of others. Instead, look for something you can affirm or compliment, or if you see a classmate feeling sad or shut out, reach out to try to include them and be a friend. As the saying goes, “Catch them doing something right” and praise that.
“You should treat people in the same way that you want people to treat you; this is the Law and the Prophets.” (Matthew 7:12)
Christian kindness at home grows from a willingness to think about the wishes and needs of the other people in the home. Rather than always insisting on watching your favorite TV show, playing your favorite video game, or even having your favorite meal, how can you be considerate of what others want? Helping with less pleasant home chores can also be a kind surprise that lightens someone else’s load.
“You should treat people in the same way that you want people to treat you; this is the Law and the Prophets.” (Matthew 7:12)
The first key to showing kindness at work is to refuse to get drawn into a “dog eat dog” kind of competition. Do everything you can to show an attitude that says, “We all succeed or fail together.” Always focus on the ultimate purpose of any workplace, which is to satisfy customers, not to advance one worker at the expense of others. Do your work with excellence but seek to support others who are also working hard and to express appreciation for team members who have made a difference on your projects.
“You should treat people in the same way that you want people to treat you; this is the Law and the Prophets.” (Matthew 7:12)
One of the best ways to show kindness to strangers is to cultivate habits that eliminate the feeling of being a stranger. Start with a smile. Introduce yourself and ask their name. Even if they initially act distant or even rude, do not reciprocate with rudeness or unkindness of your own. Remember what it feels like when you are the stranger in a situation. Do your best to bridge the distance between people, and not add any negative energy to the distance between you and a stranger.
Worship is live at each location, though Pastor Adam typically preaches live in Leawood with the sermons delivered to the other locations via video. No matter which location you attend, you’ll find friendly people who are ready for your visit.
“You should treat people in the same way that you want people to treat you; this is the Law and the Prophets.” (Matthew 7:12)
Isn’t it ironic that so many of us talk to ourselves in ways and with language that we’d never think of using to a friend, a classmate or co-worker, or even to a stranger? God loves you and would never berate you even if you’ve missed an appointment, made a poor choice, lost some money, or misplaced your car or house keys. So don’t do that to yourself, either. The best way to learn from a mistake is to recognize what happened and identify one or more ways you could be less likely to repeat the mistake. One other key: resist comparing yourself to other people. Be yourself and learn to value what you bring to the lives of others.
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