Various faith groups and other friends around the Chippewa Valley are taking action to educate themselves about racial justice, systemic racism, white privilege, and related issues. If your faith group is part of a similar intiative, please share the information by emailing ajrenshaw99@gmail.com.
> Class Exploring White Privilege
Sunday mornings, 9:00-10:00 am, via Zoom, Sept. 27-Nov. 4, 2020
Sponsored by First Presbyterian Church, Eau Claire
Material adapted from the United Church of Christ White Privilege – Let’s Talk curriculum. It involves consideration of public views of race and how those views lead to systemic discrimination and inequality in our society. The study also requires personal introspection and an acceptance of how our life experiences have biased our views of all peoples that are not a part of the dominant race.
For information: Rev. Kathryn Reid Walker: katwalker@firstpres-eauclaire.org or Sara Gannon: cedir@firstpres-eauclaire.org.
> Anti-Racism Discussion Group
Sunday, October 11 6:30pm facilitated by Rev. Julianne Lepp
Sponsored by Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Eau Claire
Book Discussion: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Each month we will have a book to help center our discussion. Attendees are welcome to read this book, or simply join the conversation.
Information: Rev. Julianne Lepp - minister@uueauclaire.com
> Black Film Series
1st Mondays 6:30-8 pm - Oct. 5th, Nov 2nd, Dec 7th, Jan 4th, Feb 1st, Mar 1st, April 5th
Co-facilitated by Rev. Andrea Johnson & Rev. Laura Thompson (MN Valley UU) and Rev. Julianne Lepp
This monthly film series will center on black filmmakers telling their stories. Seeing and understanding the world through the black experience is one way to undermine white supremacy and advance racial healing. You will watch the movie on your own and then come prepared to discuss it with the group.
To Register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bdxwFYmL_pFgqDuS5v1X3BExfHK5bT0ooNkbSUg...
> Racial Justice and Unity Discussion Group
Every 3rd Thursday evening, 7:00-8:30 pm via Zoom - next meeting October 22, 2020
Sponsored by the Baha'is of Eau Claire
Brief discussion of Baha'i teachings on racial justice and unity, followed by discussion of a book on the topic. Current book: White Fragility, by Robin DiAngelo. Participants are welcome to read the book or just join the discussion.
Information: Amy Renshaw - ajrenshaw99@gmail.com
> Conversations in Color
Monday nights, 7:30 pm
Presented by Uniting Bridges, Converge Radio, and the Pablo Center
Community thought-leaders come together to discuss issues and topics in our community, Episodes will be live streamed on Pablo Center's streaming platform and aired on Converge Radio, 99.9 FM. Recordings are posted on YouTube. Hosted by Dr. Selika Ducksworth-Lawton and Ed Hudgins
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Conversations-in-Color-589371255081214/
Register: https://www.pablocenter.org/all-events/182/conversations-in-color-jesus-...
YouTube Recordings: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc1g-MM1ifrxBwfJjdo69mOuf0ZDaFVj-
Photo by Clay Banks on Unsplash
