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for Peace & Justice eNews
May 16, 2008
A Sacred Conversation
This Sunday, pastors across the United Church of Christ, including Rev. Michael Piazza, President of Hope for Peace & Justice, will preach on the subject of race in hopes of beginning a sacred conversation, a dialogue that is needed in our pews, our homes and the hallways of power across our country. The UCC is holding this national dialogue in order to foster a spirit of healing and unity in our churches and communities. As Rev. Piazza will note in his sermon, “In response to the media’s feeding frenzy on some of Rev. Jeremiah Wright’s more controversial sermon excerpts, Senator Barack Obama gave what was termed a ‘major address on race’ in which he called for a national conversation on the subject. By and large that call has been ignored, but the United Church of Christ has taken out full page ads in both the New York Times and USA Today. The denominational leadership has asked that the nearly 6,000 UCC congregations take that challenge seriously. So, we join our voices with theirs. I am proud to be a part of a denomination that holds such values so passionately.”
It is appropriate that this sacred conversation takes place this weekend, as, on Saturday, we also observe the 54th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision “Brown v. Board of Education,” which stated that “separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.” As we continue to struggle with issues of race in our world, we invite you to join Rev. Piazza, and other members of H4PJ, in worship this Sunday, either in person at Cathedral of Hope or via the internet.
Hope for Peace & Justice’s next “Monday Night Mixer” will be Monday, May 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the all-new Sue Ellen’s, 3014 Throckmorton, Dallas, TX 75219. The “Monday Night Mixer” is a free event, and everyone is invited! Sue Ellen’s has happy hour drink prices and specials on Mondays. This is a great way to meet other people who are passionate about peace and justice issues, and an excellent opportunity to introduce your friends to the work that we are doing. It will also be a great time, if you have not yet seen the new Sue Ellen’s, to check out their new space! Invite your friends and family to brainstorm what you can do to work for peace and justice!
Dixie Does Dallas! Friday, June 13, 7:30 & 10 p.m.
International sensation Dixie Longate brings her one-woman Tupperware tornado to Dallas on Friday, June 13 for one night only to benefit Hope for Peace & Justice. Once the number one Tupperware salesperson in the country, Dixie is desperate to return to glory! Get ready to roll on the floor at Dixie’s outrageous antics. There’ll be a cash bar at the fabulous Starlight Room in the West End (formerly Planet Hollywood). VIP seating will include the finest in trashy party snacks. Dixie is generously donating a portion of all Tupperware sales to H4PJ. Hard to imagine anything creating a more peaceful life than a cupboard full of the latest Tupperware creations! SPACE IS LIMITED. Get your tickets today!
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This Sunday, pastors across the United Church of Christ, including Rev. Michael Piazza, President of Hope for Peace & Justice, will preach on the subject of race in hopes of beginning a sacred conversation, a dialogue that is needed in our pews, our homes and the hallways of power across our country. The UCC is holding this national dialogue in order to foster a spirit of healing and unity in our churches and communities. As Rev. Piazza will note in his sermon, “In response to the media’s feeding frenzy on some of Rev. Jeremiah Wright’s more controversial sermon excerpts, Senator Barack Obama gave what was termed a ‘major address on race’ in which he called for a national conversation on the subject. By and large that call has been ignored, but the United Church of Christ has taken out full page ads in both the New York Times and USA Today. The denominational leadership has asked that the nearly 6,000 UCC congregations take that challenge seriously. So, we join our voices with theirs. I am proud to be a part of a denomination that holds such values so passionately.”
Hope for Peace & Justice’s next “Monday Night Mixer” will be Monday, May 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the all-new Sue Ellen’s, 3014 Throckmorton, Dallas, TX 75219. The “Monday Night Mixer” is a free event, and everyone is invited! Sue Ellen’s has happy hour drink prices and specials on Mondays. This is a great way to meet other people who are passionate about peace and justice issues, and an excellent opportunity to introduce your friends to the work that we are doing. It will also be a great time, if you have not yet seen the new Sue Ellen’s, to check out their new space! Invite your friends and family to brainstorm what you can do to work for peace and justice!
International sensation Dixie Longate brings her one-woman Tupperware tornado to Dallas on Friday, June 13 for one night only to benefit Hope for Peace & Justice. Once the number one Tupperware salesperson in the country, Dixie is desperate to return to glory! Get ready to roll on the floor at Dixie’s outrageous antics. There’ll be a cash bar at the fabulous Starlight Room in the West End (formerly Planet Hollywood). VIP seating will include the finest in trashy party snacks. Dixie is generously donating a portion of all Tupperware sales to H4PJ. Hard to imagine anything creating a more peaceful life than a cupboard full of the latest Tupperware creations! SPACE IS LIMITED.