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On Sunday, during a guest sermon at St. Paul’s Memorial Church, just a few steps from Thomas Jefferson’s Rotunda, UVA President Teresa Sullivan preached the Gospel according to Luke, and addressed violence and “bystander behavior” in relation to the death of University student Yeardley Love. Sullivan, also discussing humility, emphasized the need take responsibility for people’s well being, which she called the foundation of a strong community. “The kingdom of God has many bridges, not so many fences,” said Sullivan. She also promoted UVA’s upcoming Day of Dialogue, scheduled for September 24, a day of “vigorous” discussion about campus security and the university’s new Get Grounded coalition to encourage student safety. “We want each of us to take ownership of this community, and help take care of everyone in it,” said Sullivan. “Let’s promise not to stand by when someone else needs help. Let’s promise to take responsibility for each other.”
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