BOOK CLUB
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In light of recent and ongoing events that reveal the racial tension in our nation, the Ministry, Mission, & Evangelism Committee is hosting a book club to delve into the issue of race in our country and how we might be a part of the change that is needed. This month's book is about creating a more just and equitable society through identifying and opposing racism.
This month's book is Red at the Bone, by Jacqueline Woodson.
This month's book is Red at the Bone, by Jacqueline Woodson.
MISSION & COORDINATED ENTRY NEWS
Are you looking for ways to serve those in need with your time and talents? Here are some upcoming events and opportunities to serve our community in a variety of different ways. One (or more) may be just right for you!
Sacred Conversations + Action: (For more details please contact Jane Cox)
Meetings are now consistently the 4th Tuesday of each month from 7pm to 8:30pm.
Location will vary from church to church etc.
Focus is primarily on Education issues (OSS, minority representation in AP courses, diversity in hiring, and Memorandum of Understanding between schools and local police)
Anti-Racism Collective: (For more details please contact Jane Cox)
St Charles County Action Network - born of ARC workshop we hosted. Vigils are held the second Sunday of each month. Future locations are TBD
Harvest Ridge Elementary School Support: (For more details please contact Mary Powers)
Help families eligible for financial assistance and reduced fees complete the necessary paperwork.
Several NHPC Members have volunteered and we can use more help.
Please stay tuned for future news regarding news and events regarding Community Council of St. Charles Coordinated Entry program, Oasis Food Pantry, Mission trips.
No More Sitting Out: Reclaiming Our Democracy: MCU congregations are working to break the school to prison pipeline. We have challenged the overuse of out of school suspension of our children of color, the overuse of police for discipline, lack of trauma care trained teachers, and more. We are getting results, but do you know how your district stacks up?
Metropolitan Congregations United – St Charles County meets every 4th Tuesday to work on community issues including Voter Engagement, Racial Equity in St. Charles County Schools, Affordable Housing, and Racial Equity in Policing. MCU provides trained community organizers to develop local leadership.
ISSUES:
Franklin School Historic Preservation. Raise the Age, School Resource Officers, Amendment 1 & Prop B
Metropolitan Congregations United – St Charles County meets every 4th Tuesday to work on community issues including Voter Engagement, Racial Equity in St. Charles County Schools, Affordable Housing, and Racial Equity in Policing. MCU provides trained community organizers to develop local leadership.
ISSUES:
Franklin School Historic Preservation. Raise the Age, School Resource Officers, Amendment 1 & Prop B
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me….Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did to me.” (Matt. 25:35-36, 40)