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"Re-Imagining Resurrection" will be the theme of the February issue of Re-Imagining. You are invited to send us your essays, stories, poetry, music, or art that will help us explore language and names and their implications. Here are a few questions to consider. What role does resurrection play in your faith? What are your images of resurrection? Must death precede resurrection? How do you explain resurrection to children? The editorial board has selected other provocative themes for Re-Imagining in 2002. The themes and the deadlines for submissions are * May 2002: "Re-Imagining Coupling," deadline March 15, 2002 * August 2002: "Re-Imagining Authority," deadline June 15, 2002 * November 2002: "Re-Imagining Home," deadline September 15, 2002 For creative guidelines for writers and artists, send a
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EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS NATIONAL WOMEN UNITED AGAINST HATE: Support the National Solidarity
effort of Women United Against Hate by wearing a scarf on November
10th and 11th. The purpose of the SCARVES FOR SOLIDARITY Campaign
is simply to show our support of our Muslim sisters and the Muslim
community at large, and to foster discussion with the people you
come into contact with during your everyday life ... it is not
meant to be a political symbol in any way, just a symbol of love,
tolerance and a belief in the foundations of our country. It is
merely a reminder that we are all in this together. For more
information, go online to
GEORGIA Mary & Martha's Place was established in 1994 to promote theological education, spiritual growth and social justice for women. At MMP, people from varied religious backgrounds dialog to enhance their spiritual growth and to increase religious tolerance in the wider community. We encourage a leadership model that is grounded in spiritual values and support people who want to transform their own communities. Mary and Martha's Place offers small groups, book studies,
workshops, conferences, and celebration services. There are some
upcoming events that promise to be enriching experiences. Please
visit our website
DESSERT PARTY & Dramatic Performance on Thursday, November 8, 2001 at 7:30pm-9:30pm at 4393 Garmon Rd., Atlanta. For information: (404) 239-9382. Sara Chambless will perform her work "Soul Mothers "which is a tribute to some of the women in the arts whose works and lives have inspired her. Sara calls these poets, playwrights, songwriters, and authors "Soul Mothers" because their artistic gifts have nourished her spirit. The Dessert Party is a fundraiser for Mary and Martha's Place. The funds support their creative programming that support and challenge our spiritual growth. You're invited to make a donation in honor of your favorite "Soul Mother." Donations begin at $25, and your contribution includes attendance for you and a guest at the performance and party, dessert and coffee. WINTER SOLSTICE SERVICE on the night of the December full moon, Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 4393 Garmon Rd., Atlanta . (404) 239-9382 Join us in the mystery of darkness and light, waiting and resting. Come away from the busyness to a place of contemplation, song and story. ANNUAL CONFERENCE: What Matters Now? Spiritual Courage and the Common Good Friday evening, February 8 and Saturday, February 9, 2002. Cost is $75 for the full conference. Friday only, and Saturday only options are available. Space is limited; reservations are on a first come, first serve basis! Conference Location: Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, 3180 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta. To register for the conference, to get directions to event sites or other information, call(404)239-9382 or e-mail. This conference is for those who want to integrate their spirituality with a concern for environmental and social justice issues wish to be intentional about honoring their deepest values at home and at work seek a grounded spirituality that is inclusive of diversity, tolerant of ambiguity, and committed to the common good aspire to transform their own communities seek a network of committed people who care about the quality of their own lives and the lives of future generations. The featured speaker is Sharon Parks. MASSACHUSETTS You are invited to a discussion on RELIGION AND VIOLENCE on the occasion of the publication of PROVERBS OF ASHES:Violence, Redemptive Suffering and the Search for What Saves Us by Rita Nakashima Brock and Rebecca Ann Parker. This event will be held on Wednesday, November 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, Longfellow Lecture Hall, Appian Way. MICHIGAN A WEEKEND RETREAT: "Our Story Too: LGBT Christians Reclaim the Bible" will be offered February 8-10, 2002, at The Leaven Center in Lyons, Michigan, which is midway between Lansing and Grand Rapids. The main floor of the Lodge is barrier-free. The retreat will begin Friday at 7 pm and end Sunday at 1 pm. The cost of the retreat is $165 which includes lodging and meals. Partial scholarships are available. Drawing on their own experiences, the facilitators Jacki Belile, Ninure D. Saunders, and Kelly Sprinkle will provide ways for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered people to take a fresh look at the Bible in a setting where our questions, experiences, and relationships are honored and affirmed. Participants will re-examine the Biblical passages that have been used against LGBT people and explore how the Bible affirms and celebrates sexual diversity. Participants will share in study, worship, reflection and journaling in a process of dialogue with each other and Scripture discovering that the Bible includes the stories of LGBT people too. To register for this retreat and for more information about The
Leaven Center, visit the web site at < MINNESOTA AND TWIN CITIES AREA Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church invites you to join us for a four-week INTRODUCTORY STUDY OF WOMANIST THEOLOGY led by Rosetta E. Ross, McVay Associate Professor of Christian Ethics United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities with guest lectures from Carolyn Pressler, Harry C. Piper Professor of Biblical Interpretation United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, November 6 - 27, 2001, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Camphor Church; 585 Fuller Avenue; St. Paul, Minnesota. Registration fee of $22.00 covers cost of the book (Delores S. Williams, Sisters in the Wilderness: The Challenge of Womanist God-Talk) and refreshments. Enrollment is limited. Call the church, (651) 224-0341 for information or to register. THE MINNESOTA HUMAN RIGHTS CENTER presents a celebration and
launch of "The Compassionate Rebel book on Thursday, November 16,
6-8:30 p.m. at the Minnesota Human Rights Center, Walter F.
Mondale School of Law, University of Minnesota, 229 19th Avenue
South, Minneapolis. The "Compassionate Rebel" tells stories of 50
individuals who are survivors who have broken the cycle of
violence in their lives. The book is also available for purchase
from Growing Communities of Peace, by calling (651)257-2478 or
online at
WOMANWELLoffers the following events: JOURNEY TO THE CENTER - weekends , Jan. 4-5, Feb. 1-2 and March 1-2. Join us for one weekend or all of the remaining thought provoking weekends as we journey to our life center and come to a deeper realization of our true selves. This series provides an opportunity to explore life experiences and uncover new treasures which can lead to a freer future. GROWING IN WISDOM, AGE AND GRACE: Eldering Sabbath, a month-long retreat Jan. 7 - Feb. 1, July 1-26, or Sept. 3-27, 2002. An opportunity for women, within the context of an ecumenical community, to harvest the richness of their lives by remembering significant people and events that have shaped their lives and life stories. For more information, see their website
VIRGINIA HerStory 2002 will convene at Massanetta Springs
Conference Center in Harrisonburg, VA April 5-7, 2002. Designed
for women of faith who are searching and growing, the conference
includes keynote presentations, small-group discussions and
workshops, worship, arts, opportunities for personal reflection
and renewal, and sisterhood. For information and registration
materials, go to
WISCONSIN: NOW IS THE TIME TO REFORM THE WAY WE LIVE TOGETHER! Kairos CoMotion, a group of Progressive Wisconsin United Methodists invite you to attend a three day event on February 21-23, 2002 in Madison, Wisconsin to network for solidarity, advocacy and action and to act up on behalf of those who are silenced, dispossessed or excluded. Hear Bishop John Shelby Spong, an important voice for progressive Christianity, address issues important to today's thinking Christian. Enjoy the unique talents of Holly Near as she shares her gifts as entertainer and musician, teacher and activist through her music. Participate in various workshops led by Bishop Sharon Rader, Bishop Judy Craig, Rev. Greg Dell, Rev. Janet Ellinger and many others addressing change, resistance, economic justice, common ground and other issues facing progressive Christians today. For more information about us and this event, please visit our
website at www.KairosCoMotion.org
Retreat Offerings coming up are: PRAYER SERVICE OF HEALING AND HOPE, Thursday, November 8 at 7
p.m. A time to gather in prayer with others who seek comfort,
peace and healing for one's self, friends and loved ones. Free.
Contact Mark Johnson at (608) 836-1631, ext. 138 or
ADVENT CONTEMPLATIVE RETREAT FOR WOMEN: 24 hours in the
monastery, December 4-5 and December 7-8. This is a time to
retreat from the harried holiday season to reflect on the meaning
of Advent. Space is limited, so register early. Fee of $55
includes lodging and meals. Registration deadline: 10 days prior
to retreat. Contact Jody Crowley Beers at (608) 831-9305 or
VIGIL FOR THE NEW YEAR: December 31. Spend New Year's eve in a
gathering of prayer, community, reflection and other joyful
activities including supper, family and children's activities,
learning and sharing, and a bonfire at midnight. Overnight
accomodations are available. Contact Mark Johnson at
(608)836-1631, ext.138. to register, visit
SMALL GROUPS CONNECTICUT : SOPHIA'S CIRCLE in NEW HAVEN, CT. "A Re-Imagining
Community of women and men honoring and re-imagining our faith,
embracing our call to justice," plans and holds feminist worship
events. For information about the group or upcoming events,
contact Charlotte White at
GEORGIA: Circle of Grace Community Church is a group of women
and men who meet weekly on Sunday nights at 6:00 pm for worship
and prayer and to re-imagine our Christian faith! Our group is
small, but diverse...women, men, children, gay, straight,
bisexual, transgendered, people of color, people with
disabilities, younger, older, single, partnered, from all
different religious, social, economic backgrounds. All are
welcome! For more information, contact Shelly Hart, member, at
shart@emory.edu
IOWA: For information about The WOMEN AND THEALOGY Re-Imagining
small group in CLINTON, IOWA, contact Lois at
MINNESOTA The TWIN CITIES AREA third-wave Re-Imagining Group is
a social/support group for feminists in their twenties and
thirties. For more information about this open group, e-mail
Elizabeth Andrew at
NEBRASKA Wanted: Individuals in the OMAHA-COUNCIL BLUFFS area
who would be interested in forming a Re-imagining small group. The
content and schedule for meeting will be decided by those who
indicate interest. Please contact Deborah Boucher-Payne at
NEW YORK: "Wanted: Third Wave Re-imaginer Spirituality
Circle/Social Group for persons living in the NEW YORK CITY Area.
All who are interested, please contact Carrie Brunken at
OHIO: CLEVELAND, OH: Wednesday Women 's Spirituality
Gatherings. Join a group of people gathering together to explore a
variety of writings on spiritual themes; to create a welcoming
space for support, discussion and fun; and to experience the magic
of connecting with the Divine. This is an open group. All are
welcome to any meeting. You don't need to be there every week.
Please write Diane Schurr,
FIND OUT MORE: You can also find news about Re-Imagining small
groups across the country on our website,
www.reimagining.org FINAL NOTES THE PAST TWO MONTHS have been a sad and anxious time for our nation and our world. As we journey toward Thanksgiving, let us remember the great privilege we have and be thankful. Let us also remember and pray for those around us and in far off places who do not experience that same privilege. Let our re-imagining go to work on how to make this a safer, more peaceful and more just world. Have a Happy Thanksgiving. WE NEED YOU and the world needs all of us. We appreciate it
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