Timely Topics: Martin Niemöller’s famous quote, “First they came for….”

8:45 & 11:45 AM SUNDAY, MAY 4 IN THE CHAPEL WITH PASTOR STEPHEN 

Martin Niemöller’s quote that begins with the words “First they came for the socialists…” continues to be used today in popular culture and public discourse. It has often been adapted to reflect current social issues and debates across the world. This week’s Timely Topics will focus on Niemöller’s life, the context of the famous quote, and what led him to begin using it in multiple speeches and talks following World War II.