I found your comment here thought-provoking.  I had to think a bit about what you said and how you said it before I added my 'Amen!' in the form of an up-vote.  But I think you are exactly right: we cannot withdraw or disengage.  In the sociology of religion, "turning toward the church" (especially in the context of turning away from the world) describes a sect, not a church.  I get that this election is hard for a lot of people; but not participating is not an option.