May 10, 2023: Anti-Racism Gathering
An evening of reflection and conversation about the Peace & Justice Pilgrimage to Alabama.
Since its inception, the United Church of Christ has been committed to racial justice. Here are some select resources to support your congregation’s work in becoming an anti-racist church.
Peace & Justice Pilgrimage 2022
Resources and Reflections from the 2022 Peace & Justice Pilgrimage to Alabama.
Nov 2: Anti-Racism Gathering
An evening of reflection and conversation about the Peace & Justice Pilgrimage to Alabama.
Sept 7: Anti-Racism Gathering
An evening with Rev. Dr. Cheryl Lindsay, Minister of Worship and Theology for the United Church of Christ
May 5: Anti-Racism Gathering
An evening Join the Movement Curator and Storyteller of the UCC, Dr. Sharon Fennema.
Honesty for Ohio Education
Honesty in education in Ohio is at risk because of two bills being considered in the Ohio State House.
Can the Environment be Racist?
How can the environment be racist? Concern for the environment is multidimensional. Though the environmental justice movement dates back to the 1970s, too many people still think caring for the environment and working for social justice are two distinct areas of engagement. We think of the air, the water, the rainforest, our lightbulbs, our cars, our food, our trash—the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Not enough of us think of our neighborhoods.
Feb 4: Anti-Racism Gathering
An evening with the award-winning teacher and certified anti-racism trainer, Barrick Stees.
Nov 4: Gardening & the Long Game
A discussion led by Rev. Dr. Jack Sullivan, Jr., the Executive Director of the Ohio Council of Churches.
Beyond Declarations- Saturday, Oct 9
How do Akron interfaith communities respond to racism as a public health crisis?