Social Justice Forum
Sundays (unless noted), 9:15-10:15am, Meisel Room
Building and Sustaining Justice Amid Uncertainty
I know that the Lord secures justice for the poor and upholds the cause of the needy (Psalm 140:12)
Even in challenging times, God expects us to participate in ways that ensure justice for the poor and care for those who are in need of housing, healthcare, education, justice and freedom. The 2011-12 Social Justice Forum’s Speaker’s Series is designed to help us understand local, national, and global social issues. On “Action Sundays” speakers offer ideas that lead to actions that each of us can take to transform the lives of those most in need—just as the writer in Psalm encourages us to do!
Listen to past Social Justice Forums.
UPCOMING FORUMS
FEBRUARY
12: ACTION SUNDAY Learn ideas from Mary Cecconi of Parents United, a state-wide education advocacy organization, on how to become an advocate for public education.
19: Discussion of the Minnesota Marriage Amendment
The Social Justice Forum does not meet during Lent. Programs resume April 15.
APRIL
15: The Four R’s: Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Join Westminster's Eco-Justice Team Members and learn the “new mathematics” to green living!
22: Sustainability 101: “We are called to be Eco-Stewards of God's earth.”
with Ron Olson, retired VP of Sustainability, General Mills
29: ACTION SUNDAY On the Mississippi
Friends of the Mississippi River offer tips on Eco-Action at the source.
MAY
6: Are you a member of the Sandwich Generation? Caring for your immediate family and caring for your parents is a common challenge for baby boomers. Speakers address programs and services available to help families cope.
13: The Aging of America - Are we ready? Speakers address housing, health and other concerns older Americans face as we are living longer.
20: ACTION SUNDAY Older Americans—Connecting with Community!
Speakers share the many ways in which older adults bring inspiration and continuity to the fabric of our communities, and highlights how technology is helping older Americans live longer, healthier, and more engaged lives.
Listen to Audio of past Social Justice Forums
2-5-12 Bernadeia Johnson
1-29-12 Mary Cecconi
12-4-11 Jack Nelson-Pallmeyer
11-6-11 Jordan Ash, Josh Ruebner
10-30-11 Gail Chalbi
10-23-11 Kashif Saroya
10-16-11 David Cournoyer
10-9-11 Bernie Melter
10-2-11 Justin Kii Huenemann
9-18-11
9-11-11 Patrick Atkinson
