The Troth Public Statement of Support for the People of Minnesota

In spite of it, we have seen neighbors respond with courage, resolve, and kindness: sharing food, checking in, offering rides, helping people stay safe, building mutual aid networks, sharing verified information and connecting one another with supportive resources. That care represents the best of community. It reflects the values that The Troth is founded on: integrity, hospitality, courage, and reverence for all life. It is a testament to Heathen virtue lived in the face of adversity.

The Troth stands ready to help in all ways that fit our role as a religious organization. Our clergy are available for pastoral care: to listen, to support, and to help people find steady ground, regardless of a person’s background. If you are feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or afraid to leave home, you do not have to carry that alone.

Though there have been recent reports that Operation Metro Surge is ending, people are still under severe financial, emotional, and mental strain. We encourage our members and Kindreds, especially those in Minnesota, to continue practicing practical hospitality, as so many of you already have:

Check in on friends, elders, and vulnerable neighbors.
Offer errand support (groceries, prescriptions) when someone is afraid to go out.
Share verified information along with reliable resources and avoid spreading rumors.
If you can, support the groups providing food, rent assistance, transportation, and emergency support.

May we meet this moment with clear eyes and steady hands; choosing courage over cruelty, and hospitality and reverence over indifference.