Not all Christians are the same.  Media reports after November claimed that the president won the election because of the Christian vote.  But plenty of Christians opposed the president during the election and continue to oppose his policies now.  Just take a look at the good folks at Bridgeport United Church of Christ in Portland, Oregon.  They are honoring the life and message of Martin Luther King and giving the people of Portland a chance grieve the inauguration of George W. Bush (the money involved and the policies he represents) - all at the same time.  MLK would like this congregation.

Press release from Bridgeport United Church of Christ

Bridgeport United Church of Christ presents Sound the Call for Freedom! on inauguration day: Thursday, Jan. 20th at 7 pm at First Congregational UCC (1136 SW Park - please note change in location).  This benefit concert celebrates the memory of Martlin Luther King by raising voices in the spirit of hope, compassion, and peace.  Featured performers include favorite local group Fallen Angels as well as writer Judith Barrington. 

Bridgeport UCC offers the Portland community an opportunity to express grief over the inauguration of George W. Bush, but more importantly, to meet the day with a renewed and vigorous commitment to peace, justice, compassion, and non-violence. Concert performers will offer spoken and sung clarion calls of freedom; in addition to the featured guests, other performers include folksinger Eireen Cullen, writers Wendy Thompson and Trece Greene, and members of the Bridgeport community.

Bridgeport UCC is a community of progressive political people exploring and celebrating the Christian faith. Members share the essential theological conviction that we must all do whatever we can, whenever we can, to work for justice and peace in the world - social, economic, political and environmental.

Proceeds from ticket sales and suggested donations will go toward the cost of a Bridgeport educational/spiritual trip to Mexico. This trip is in coordination with Borderlinks, a non-profit organization providing education about the social, economic, faith, and political issues at play in the border region between the United States and Mexico. The primary goal of the trip is to help members of Bridgeport discern and focus their energy to advocate for and be outspoken regarding peace and justice issues, both locally and globally.

Admission to the January 20th concert is $10.  Tickets may be purchased at the door.