January 2022
No Hate in the Heartland Gala Rescheduled

The OCC Board has made the difficult decision to reschedule the Gala given the current spike in COVID cases. In conversations with our speaker, this was the most prudent decision we could make to keep everyone safe and healthy. 

We are firming up a new date with Dr. Cornel West, our keynote speaker, which we anticipate will occur in the fall.

Sponsorships are still available! Individual tickets will be for sale at a later date in an effort to keep social distancing in mind for the event. For the health of the community, attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test within the prior 48 hours. 
Join us for an honest theological dialogue about the death penalty, addressing the morality surrounding the death penalty, why it's not conducive with theological teaching, and some issues going on in Oklahoma specifically.

Featuring:
Rev. Cece Jones-Davis
Rev. Dr. Lori Walke
Rev. Dr. Larry Crudup
Moderated by Rev. Dr. Shannon Fleck 

Thursday, January 20 7pm
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We are hiring for a full-time Strengthening Families Program Manager to oversee the implementation of this impactful program in faith communities.
Interfaith Celebrations On Demand
You can catch this great conversation anytime on our YouTube channel!

This is another wonderful panel brought to you by the Religions United committee at OCC.
Do you know a family that would
benefit from this program?
This spring and summer, OCC piloted a new program called Strengthening Families. This 14-week program has been shown time and again to improve outcomes for at-risk families, including reduced teen pregnancy and substance abuse, as well as increased family bonding and communication.

Do you know a family that could benefit? There are no requirements for participation. They can sign up or get more info at www.okchurches.org/sfp.

Available 2022 Strengthening Families locations:
  • InTune Mother Society, Midwest City
  • Divine Wisdom Worship Center, Midwest City
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Afghan Refugees Continue to Arrive in OK
Afghan refugees continue to arrive in Oklahoma - CAIR-OK is assisting in welcoming them to our state. Get the latest info on how you can help:
Advance Care Planning: The Importance of Talking About End of Life Issues
This Integris Pastoral Care webinar will provide faith leaders with insights into supporting their communities in health care decision making for the most fragile of times.  

1:00-2:30 • Tuesday, Jan 25
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OKDHS offers assistance coordinating COVID-19 vaccinations for eligible individuals, including the HOMEBOUND and their Family Caregivers. This includes coordinating an appointment for all COVID-19 vaccine doses, PLUS BOOSTERS.

To receive assistance, contact OKDHS at 918-948-0810 or 918-931-0346 or visit https://forms.office.com/g/sKKmXt1Wsm. If all OKDHS COVID-19 Access Coordinators are on the phone assisting other callers, please leave a message, and your call will be returned. 

We encourage community partners to fill out this form https://forms.office.com/g/WEKQmWeiAy if you want flyers mailed for distribution. 

How to Address Addiction

Check out this video where leaders from various faiths and religious backgrounds share their experiences addressing addiction within their congregations and faith communities, and discussing the impact of persons dealing with substance use disorders on their members, families, and communities. 
Vigil for Immigration Justice
Join the weekly prayer vigil for immigration justice, now being held in person and on Zoom every Thursday at noon at https://zoom.us/j/157544370.


To receive more information about this important coalition or the in-person vigil, email Rev. Lori Walke.
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