My Tribute to The Rev. Dr. C. T. Vivian and Congressman John Lewis As I sit watching and listening to the wonderful reactions and remarks of so many about these two giants for the cause of human and civil rights, I feel compelled to share my own. For I too have had my life be … Continue reading My Tribute to The Rev. Dr. C. T. Vivian and Congressman John Lewis
2016: the Year in Review
With you, we have built a uniquely Connecticut movement for racial justice, rooted in faith and conscience. We are bold and honored to be connected to both national and international movements for black lives -- and movements for social justice for marginalized and oppressed people. At the head of 2017, we take a look back. … Continue reading 2016: the Year in Review
Three Steps Toward a More Perfect Union
A Prayer to Revive Connecticut’s Democracy Come, ancestors and descendants, Let us seek justice. Let us restore our streets. Let us love mercy. Let us repair the breach. Come, persons from all faiths and none. Let us walk humbly with the Holy One of many names. FORWARD TOGETHER, NOT ONE STEP BACK! (Adapted from Rev. … Continue reading Three Steps Toward a More Perfect Union
Join Moral Monday CT for a National Day of Action on Social Justice
Connecticut clergy and citizens from all faiths will come together in a day of action for justice and democratic awakening on Monday, September 12th at 11 AM. People of faith and conscience with gather in front of the legislative office building and present an eight point platform to policymakers at the State Capitol. The platform mirrors … Continue reading Join Moral Monday CT for a National Day of Action on Social Justice
Moral Monday CT to Host Rev. Barber Call to Action with DUE Coalition
On Thursday, September 8th at 6:30 PM, we will join the DUE Justice Coalition and many other social justice organizations from around the state as we welcome Reverend William Barber, Founder of the Moral Mondays movement in North Carolina. Rev. Barber will issue a call to action ahead of the fall electoral season. Faith leaders, … Continue reading Moral Monday CT to Host Rev. Barber Call to Action with DUE Coalition