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This e-newsletter was created to share programming taking place at First
Congregational Church of Hudson and
provide resources for additional information
on the topic of racial justice.
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Racial Equity Buddies Movie Screening & Discussion
Join us Saturday, May 18, at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland (21600 Shaker Blvd., Shaker Heights 44122 ) where we will explore Malcolm X, the man, his life, legacy, and continued relevance. The doors open at 3:30. The program will begin promptly at 4, and conclude by 6:30. Light refreshments will be offered.
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We declare our right on this earth to be a man, to be a human being, to be respected as a human being, to be given the rights of a human being in this society, on this earth, in this day, which we intend to bring into existence by any means necessary.
Malcolm X, 1964
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We will experience the powerful story of Malcolm X through the PBS documentary, Malcolm X: Make It Plain, narrated by the renowned actor Alfre Woodard. This film delves into the soul and vision of one of the most pivotal figures of our time. Following the screening, engage in meaningful small group discussions to explore Malcolm’s enduring influence on the fight for human rights, both locally and globally. To participate, email Racial Equity Buddies using button below.
Sponsored by: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland, Community Church of Chesterland, Social Justice Advocacy Ministry of Federated Church, and Racial Equity Buddies.
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Worship at The Remedy Church in Akron, June 23
Join us Sunday, June 23, at The Remedy Church as we continue to intentionally build a relationship with our friends in the North Hill of Akron. We will be carpooling from the FCC parking lot at 10 am. Please register using button below. You may also drive on your own and meet us at The Remedy Church, 1700 Brittain Road, Akron.
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An Opportunity from Love Akron: Apply for J.E.D.I. | |
The J.E.D.I. Experience is a curated encounter welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage in dialogue that challenges class members to develop a better understanding of each other, at the speed of trust, through the lenses of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Applications now being accepted for J.E.D.I. Cohort 4. | |
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Just Action Programming at ASCPL
Akron Summit County Public Library is holding a series of events under the title Just Action. The first event, May 10 at the Main Library, is a discussion with the authors of the book Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Under the Color of Law.
Other events will be held May 8, May 9 and May 14.
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Racial Equity Book Club Discussion
Saturday, June 8, 2024
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Zoom
You Sound Like A White Girl:
The Case for Rejecting Assimilation
by Julissa Arce
This is an important book that challenges the idea of American exceptionalism with equal parts passion, fury, intimacy, and ignored history. Arce celebrates the Mexican American immigrant experience in all its vibrancy and nuance while fearlessly naming the pain inflicted by American racism, ethnocentrism, and xenophobia.
For more information, or to request the Zoom links, email Racial Equity Buddies using button below.
First Congregational Church of Hudson (UCC) and the Ministry of Adult Spiritual Growth of Forest Hill Church, Presbyterian, are sponsors of the Racial Equity Book Club and the Racial Equity Buddies program.
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Independent Reading Suggestion
With over thirty years of practical experience as a professional in the mental health field, Dr. DeGruy encourages African Americans to view their attitudes, assumptions, and behaviors through the lens of history and so gain a greater understanding of how centuries of slavery and oppression have impacted people of African descent in America. Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome helps to lay the necessary foundation to ensure the well-being and sustained health of future generations and provides a rare glimpse into the evolution of society's beliefs, feelings, attitudes and behavior concerning race in America.
Book cover and description provided by Amazon.
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