Today, May Day takes on a different meaning. A rite of Spring, yes, but also a time to remember the struggles of those who sought fair wages and fair working hours.
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Visualize Diversity
Posted by Sharon Pearson on April 23rd, 2012
As children of God, we are called to work for the eradication of racism, whether in the church, or in the community. With the utilization of education, group interaction, anti-racism dialogues, and prayer, the goal of such training is to bring about mutual understanding, respect, appreciation, and fair treatment of people of all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
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Comments OffAdult Faith Formation Resources from Trinity Institute
Posted by Sharon Pearson on April 17th, 2012
Trinity Institute is a ministry of Trinity Wall Street (Episcopal) in New York City known for its annual conference featuring world renown speakers on timely topics. They have just announced that some of their past offerings are now available, online and free for congregational use.
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Tags: adults, Christian formation, environment, social justice, spirituality, stewardship Comments OffCelebrate Black History Month
Posted by Sharon Pearson on February 12th, 2012
The month of February is a time of reflection of history; a tribute to those who have overcome suffering and injustice; and praise for a powerful and sustaining God.
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Tags: Black History month, Christian formation, Christianity, resources, social justice Comments OffA Lenten Study: Seeking God’s Justice for All
Posted by Sharon Pearson on February 10th, 2012
“Seeking God’s Justice for All” is the third part of an ongoing Lifelong Faith Formation resource from The Episcopal Church to support their repudiation and renouncing the “Doctrine of Discovery,” a set of legal and ecclesiastical documents and policies which gave the full blessing and sanction of the Church to the colonizing dispossession (genocide) of [...]
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Tags: adults, curriculum, Doctrine of Discovery, Lent, resources, social justice Comments OffFormational Opps for Nature Throughout the Year
Posted by Sharon Pearson on January 26th, 2012
This is the perfect time of year to include nature in your formation activity plans. Both church and secular occasions already in place in the calendar offer an easy entry point.
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Tags: adults, children's ministry, Christian formation, curriculum, environment, family ministry, God, intergenerational, resources, social justice, spirituality, stewardship, summer, VBS, young adults, youth ministry Comments OffRemembering Martin Luther King, Jr.
Posted by Sharon Pearson on January 15th, 2012
We remember Martin in gratitude . . . and chagrin. And we pledge, amid our stressed ambiguities, to dream as he did, to walk the walk, and to talk the talk of your coming kingdom.
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Tags: Martin Luther King, resources, saints, social justice Comments OffBringing Nature to Church in 2012
Posted by Sharon Pearson on January 12th, 2012
Spiritually and physically, we are one big family, sharing the earth with an array of other species. Yet for many, nature is left behind on the church doorstep, a missing presence in church life.
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Tags: adults, children's ministry, Christian formation, curriculum, environment, family ministry, intergenerational, resources, social justice, young adults, youth ministry Comments OffLenten Reading
Posted by Sharon Pearson on January 7th, 2012
Yes, we’ve just entered the season of Epiphany. For Christian educators, that means Lenten planning is well underway. Many congregations offer books to their members for Lenten reading, either on an individual basis or as a book group or as a more formal study.
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Tags: adults, Lent, meditation, prayer, resources, social justice, spirituality Comments OffIs Religion Poison?
Posted by Sharon Pearson on December 28th, 2011
In the last few years I’ve become aware that many of my friends, especially in the queer identified community, struggle in a very big way with religion, particularly Christianity. Hearing stories like the one above, who could blame them? Having people who are supposed to believe in compassion and love, and yet act in a disowning and intolerant manner smacks of hypocrisy.
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Tags: Christianity, diversity, evangelism, God, social justice, young adults Comments OffThomas Merton & International Human Rights Day
Posted by Sharon Pearson on December 7th, 2011
December 10th is the feast day of Thomas Merton. He is the quintessential Advent person. “Watch! Wake up!” his writings charge. Seek God now and always; do not rely on complacent Western answers to “happiness.” They are empty and worthless illusions.
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Tags: Advent, International Human Rights Day, Jesus, social justice, spirituality, Thomas Merton Comments OffAdvent in a Time of AIDS
Posted by Sharon Pearson on December 1st, 2011
Today is World AIDS Day. It is held on 1 December each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died.
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