Dear White Peacemakers: a leaders' day retreat with Osheta Moore

433 South Kinzer Avenue,New Holland PA 17557

04 March, 2022

Description

Focusing on three Negro Spirituals, Osheta Moore will introduce the idea of becoming an anti-racism peacemaker. This event is intended for : leaders of conference related ministries of LMC and Atlantic Coast Conference pastors of LMC and ACC congregationsFocusing on three Negro Spirituals, Osheta Moore will introduce the idea of becoming an anti-racism peacemaker: a person who actively works toward holistic restoration of the interpersonal and systemic effects of white supremacy through non-violence and empathy. She will lead the group in educational sessions as well as contemplative practices.  Schedule:9:00 Opening Session "Wade in the Water" Why anti-racism, problems with current approaches, and a call to integrate peacemaking into our antiracism. 11:00 "There is a Balm in Gilead" Integrating Contemplative practices ofBelovedness in our anti-racism work to buildresilance to feelings of inadequacy or shame 12:30 Lunch 2:00 "Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around" As leaders seeking anti-racism, many obsticles orfrustrations will come, this session will highlightsome of those and use the "Lord Prayer" as a guidefor staying grounded and hopeful. --------------------- Registration is capped at 75 participants, including three from each ministry, after which registrants will be added to a waiting list.  Thanks to ACC, LMC, and Mennonite Central Committee for sponsoring this event!