An acrimonious political cycle and the racial volatility surrounding the Ferguson, Mo., shooting death of Michael Brown have cast our national day of Thanksgiving in a different light this year. Today, we hear from spiritual leaders who write about the renewing, forgiving qualities of faith and gratitude. We share too many values and traditions to remain so divided. What if the holiday season’s strived-for harmony could last throughout the year?

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Jo'wan Bellamy taught in the GNETS program for 17 years and recently transferred to Atlanta’s new behavioral program at Crawford Long Middle School. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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