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SUMMARY:The Aging Veteran
DESCRIPTION:Join the US Department of Veterans for this town meeting on the Aging Veteran. Attendees will learn about aging across the life cycle and how veterans can use this knowledge to plan for their future. This includes making sure veterans receive the healthcare they need as they age\, and become knowledgeable regarding what benefits their survivors are eligible for. This meeting welcomes all veterans\, their families\, caregivers\, and others who work with aging veterans. Click here for event details. For more information\, contact Thomas Whetsine at thomas.whetsine@yahoo.com.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/the-aging-veteran/
LOCATION:AB Tech Asheville Campus\, 19 Tech Drive\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T100000
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SUMMARY:Workers Memorial Day 2019
DESCRIPTION:Safe jobs are the right of every worker\, and the 183 people who died on the job in 2017 – the most recent year for which the total count of workplace fatalities is known – is evidence that the NC Department of Labor must do more to protect working people. \nJoin us in Raleigh for a press conference and solemn memorial service during which participants will toll a bell 183 times and call for the state Department of Labor to do more to prevent workplace injuries and fatalities. Those in attendance are encouraged to wear black to honor those who have died.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/workers-memorial-day-2019/
LOCATION:NC State Capitol\, 1 East Edenton Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T163000
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SUMMARY:2019 NC Farmworker Institute
DESCRIPTION:Español abajo \nWe invite you to participate in this annual gathering that brings together agencies\, organizations\, farmworkers\, and activists dedicated to improving the lives of farmworkers\nand their families. Participants share skills\, knowledge\, and resources through presentations\, workshops\, and networking opportunities. Farmworker advocates from across the state will have the chance to learn from and update one another on the latest issues affecting North Carolina farmworkers. Please complete one registration per person online. Registration is $45 and includes a light breakfast and lunch. \nRegister here. The price will increase to $60 on April 18. Click here for payment once you have registered. \nThis year\, registration will be capped at 150\, and there will be no same day registration permitted. \nClick here to submit a workshop proposal by March 19.\nQuestions? Contact: Maggie Helms \nHelp us as a volunteer!\nContact: Sara Gomez \nSponsor the event or reserve an information table for your organization or business!\nContact: Sandra Rodriguez \n————————————– \nLe invitamos a participar en esta reunión anual que reúne a agencias\, organizaciones\, trabajadores agrícolas\, y activistas dedicados a mejorar la vida de los trabajadores agrícolas y sus familias. Los participantes comparten habilidades\, conocimientos y recursos a través de sus presentaciones\, talleres y oportunidades para desarrollar redes de contactos. Personas de diferentes partes del estado que participan en actividades de defensa a favor de los trabajadores agrícolas tendrán la oportunidad de aprender y ponerse al día sobre los temas de actualidad que afectan a trabajadores agrícolas de Carolina del Norte. Por favor llene un formulario por persona. La cuota de inscripción es $45 e incluye desayuno y almuerzo ligero. \nInscríbete aquí. El costo aumentará a $60 el 18 de abril. Haga clic aquí para el pago una vez que se haya registrado.\nEste año\, solo hay plazos para 150 personas y no se acepte la inscripción en el día del evento. \nHaga clic aquí para proponga un taller para el 15 de marzo.\nPreguntas? Contacto: Maggie Helms \n¡Ayúdenos como voluntario!\nContacto: Sara Gomez\n \n¡Patrocine el evento o reserve una mesa de información para su organización o negocio!\nContacto: Sandra Rodriguez
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2019-nc-farmworker-institute/
LOCATION:United Church of Chapel Hill\, 1321 Martin Luther King Blvd.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27514\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T150000
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SUMMARY:Fair Districts Community Forum - Burlington
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community forum to inform voters about gerrymandering and why we must end this corrupt practice now\, before redistricting begins after the 2020 Census. President Ronald Reagan said it best when he called for “an end to the un-American and anti-democratic practice of gerrymandering… It isn’t just the district lines that [are] bent out of shape\, it’s the American values of fair play and decency and it’s time we stopped… It’s time to give the votes back to the people.” \nThis forum will explain how gerrymandering works and more importantly\, how it is undermining our democracy\, how we can end it\, and what you\, the voter\, can do about it. Please join us for a stimulating\, nonpartisan\, and eye-opening discussion on one of the most critical issues facing our state. \nClick here to RSVP. \n  \nFair Districts NC is co-sponsoring this event along with the Council.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/fair-districts-community-forum-burlington/
LOCATION:May Memorial Library\, 342 South Spring Street\, Burlington\, 27215
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T120000
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SUMMARY:Fair Districts Community Forum - Archdale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community forum to inform voters about gerrymandering and why we must end this corrupt practice now\, before redistricting begins after the 2020 Census. President Ronald Reagan said it best when he called for “an end to the un-American and anti-democratic practice of gerrymandering… It isn’t just the district lines that [are] bent out of shape\, it’s the American values of fair play and decency and it’s time we stopped… It’s time to give the votes back to the people.” \nThis forum will explain how gerrymandering works and more importantly\, how it is undermining our democracy\, how we can end it\, and what you\, the voter\, can do about it. Please join us for a stimulating\, nonpartisan\, and eye-opening discussion on one of the most critical issues facing our state. \nFair Districts NC is co-sponsoring this event along with the Council.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/fair-districts-community-forum-archdale/
LOCATION:Archdale Public Library\, 10433 South Main Street\, Archdale\, 27263
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190409T150000
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UID:28103-1554800400-1554822000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Faith Voices for Creation Justice Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join NC Interfaith Power & Light and Sierra Club for a joint advocacy day at the North Carolina General Assembly. Meet with elected officials to hear their visions for NC’s future and to express your support for clean energy\, not fracked gas. Information on current bills\, talking points\, office location maps\, and resource packets will be available for all registered participants. \nIf you need assistance in scheduling meetings with your NCGA Representatives\, please email info@ncipl.org. If you are unable to come to Raleigh – please call your representatives on April 9 and let them know you are aware that NC Interfaith Power & Light and the Sierra Club are having this advocacy day. \nClick here to find the contact information for your state legislators. \nLoading…
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/faith-voices-for-creation-justice-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:NC General Assembly Building\, 16 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190131T171422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T183309Z
UID:27776-1553765400-1553785200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:2019 Legislative Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register. Please register by Monday\, March 25 to guarantee lunch. \nWhether you are new to grassroots advocacy or have been engaged in this critical work for some time\, the NC Council of Churches’ Legislative Seminar offers the opportunity to hear updates on issues being discussed at the General Assembly\, network with others who share your concerns\, and learn how you can make a difference. This seminar is unique in North Carolina in bringing together people of faith to learn ways we can impact legislation in our state. \nThe cost\, which includes lunch\, is $25 and current students may purchase a discounted ticket of $15. \nThe schedule for the day is: \n9 a.m. – Check-in (light arrival snacks will be available) \n9:30 a.m. – Opening worship \nChoice of one workshop per session \n10:30 a.m. – Workshop Session One \nPower Struggles\, the Sequel: Rob Schofield\, Director\, NC Policy Watch \n\nReview legislative efforts to curb the governor’s powers. Are those efforts continuing\, and what do they involve? How can Cooper and his allies effectively use the veto to advance the progressive agenda now that vetoes have some teeth? How is Cooper handling these challenges?\n\nShape of the Bench: Bob Orr\, Former Associate Justice of the NC Supreme Court \n\nCan the state’s courts remain independent in the face of legislative pressure to politicize? Is the federal judiciary — which has acted as a check against the General Assembly’s excesses — evolving sharply to the right with the president’s appointees? What can be done about it?\n\nVoter ID\, Theory\, and Practice: Caitlin Swain\, Executive Director\, Forward Justice; Irving Joyner\, Law Professor\, NC Central University; Leah Kong\, Staff Attorney\, Forward Justice \n\nIns and outs of the new photo ID law\, hastily enacted in December over the governor’s veto. What are the remaining problems? Will the law hold up in court? What more can be done to counter legislative attempts at voter suppression?\n\nHealth Care at Stake: Nicole Dozier\, Director of the Health Advocacy Project\, NC Justice Center \n\nWhat more can/should legislators do to lower costs and improve access? What are the prospects for Medicaid expansion?\n\nEnvironmental Protection: Susannah Tuttle\, Director\, NC Interfaith Power & Light \n\nChallenges amidst global warming: sea level rise\, intense storms\, flooding threats. Protection vs. deregulation.\n\nBlitz Campaign (ALEC): Bill Mefford\, Faith Organizer\, Americans United for Separation of Church and State \n\nWhat is it and how do we prepare for it? How to recognize a wolf in sheep’s clothing.\n\n11:30 a.m. – Workshop Session Two \nElection Integrity: Melissa Price Kromm\, Coalition Director\, NC Voters for Clean Elections \n\n Update on the controversies over elections administration and oversight. Will the legislature give up its push to control the state elections board? In light of the 9th Congressional District scandal\, what further steps should be taken to guard against absentee ballot fraud? Any prospect for restoring public accountability for investigations into campaign finance violations? What happens if those investigations remain secret unless criminal charges are brought?\n\nState Budget Trends: Alexandra Sirota\, Director of NC Budget & Tax Center\, NC Justice Center \n\n How does the governor use his new veto clout to affect revenues\, spending? Is North Carolina still trying to get by on the cheap?\n\nPulse Check on Public Education: Mark Jewell\, President\, North Carolina Association of Educators \n\nA year after teachers flexed political muscles\, how are their pay and working conditions improving? Update on schools’ performance amid a legislative push for more parental choice. Rich vs. poor districts; trends toward resegregation.\n\nImmigration Challenges for North Carolina: Gail Phares\, Founding member of Witness for Peace and recipient of this year’s Faith Active in Public Life Award \n\nWhat more can the state do to take advantage of immigrants’ economic contributions while fostering an orderly immigration system? Detriments of 287G.\n\nPolarized Politics and the Urban/Rural Divide: Rick Glazier\, Executive Director\, NC Justice Center \n\nAny movement toward common ground\, and if so should progressives cheer? Prospects for civil discourse. Strategies for effective progressive advocacy in a polarized environment.\n\n12:30 p.m. – Lunch and Keynote – Tom Ross\, President Emeritus of the University of North Carolina system and co-chair of North Carolinians for Redistricting Reform\, will provide the keynote on the health of our state’s and nation’s political systems. \n1:30 p.m. – Workshop Session Three \nAnnals of Gerrymandering: Tom Ross\, Co-Chair\, North Carolinians for Redistricting Reform \n\nUpdate status of anti-gerrymandering lawsuits; review progress due to court rulings. Will U.S. Supreme Court\, as it considers a case involving North Carolina\, finally set a standard to gauge unconstitutional partisan gerrymandering? Are advocates for nonpartisan redistricting making any headway? How can their efforts be pushed along?\n\nCurbing Gun Violence: Becky Ceartas\, Executive Director\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence \n\nWhat can and should North Carolina do? The legislative role.\n\nHigher Education Under Stress: David Rice\, Executive Director\, Higher Education Works \n\nUNC system is at a crossroads with regard to governance and mission. Is one of the state’s principal assets at risk?\n\nThe Double-edged Sword of Opioid Laws: Lillie Armstrong\, Community Overdose Consultant\, NC Department of Health and Human Services and Chris Pernell\, Director\, Partners in Health and Wholeness \n\nDrug-Induced Homicide Law. What is it and how it flies in the face of Good Samaritan Laws. Great start\, but no reckoning of the unintended consequences.\n\nEnvironmental Protection: Susannah Tuttle\, Director\, NC Interfaith Power & Light \n\nChallenges amidst global warming: sea level rise\, intense storms\, flooding threats. Protection vs. deregulation.\n\n2:30 p.m. – Closing Remarks
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/nc-council-of-churches-legislative-seminar/
LOCATION:North Raleigh United Methodist Church\, 8501 Honeycutt Road\, Raleigh\, 27615
CATEGORIES:Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,PHW,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T113000
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CREATED:20190124T210727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T142109Z
UID:27736-1553160600-1553167800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Healing\, Hope and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Join the NC Council of Churches\, people of faith\, and the community alike for a summit on the opioid epidemic in North Carolina. Speakers from the following organizations will present at this moving event: The Attorney General’s Office\, NC Harm Reduction Coalition\, NC Child\, and the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. Come learn more about the opioid crisis\, hear from fellow North Carolinians who have been personally impacted\, and discuss the overall importance of a compassionate\, faith-driven response to this epidemic. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Click here to register. If you have any questions\, please contact us at info@ncchurches.org or 919-828-6501.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/healing-hope-and-recovery/
LOCATION:North Carolina Museum of History\, 5 East Edenton Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601
CATEGORIES:Opioid Crisis,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190214T174402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T174508Z
UID:27918-1552989600-1552996800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Gun Violence Prevention Summit
DESCRIPTION:According to the American Public Health Association\, gun violence has become a major public health issue in the United States. More than 85\,000 people are affected by gun-related injuries per year\, and nearly 38\,000 people die due to gun-related violence. \nJoin us for a continuation of the summits we held in November and January on the status of gun violence prevention legislation at the national and North Carolina level. Whether you were able to attend either of those two meetings or not\, you’re welcome to join us at this summit and connect with one of the following working group areas: Domestic Violence\, School Safety\, Community Safety\, and Suicide and Mental Health. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, but please be sure to register below. \nFunding made possible by the Center for American Progress. Co-sponsors include Moms Rising\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence (NCGV)\, and Action NC. \nLoading…
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/gun-violence-prevention-summit-3/
LOCATION:White Plains United Methodist Church\, 313 SE Maynard Road\, Cary
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy,Peace
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190314
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CREATED:20181126T212948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T164430Z
UID:27381-1552348800-1552521599@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table Conference
DESCRIPTION:We invite faith leaders and laypeople\, hunger relief advocates\, farmers\, farm workers\, community organizers\, community gardeners\, food council members\, extension agents and others to join us next March to examine the root causes of hunger and collaborate to build a more just food system. At the 2019 Come to the Table Conference\, we hope to energize attendees to go back to their communities with the knowledge to challenge the systemic nature of hunger and the skills and connections to grow structures that are based in justice. The 2019 Conference will: \n\nShare resources\, tools & knowledge to support attendees in being effective community organizers for a more just food system\nProvide space for the knowledge and wisdom in the room to be shared and for us all to learn together\nProvide space for people to connect with each other and build relationships that will sustain and support their work\n\nKeynote Speakers \nDr. Monica White\, author of Freedom Farmers: Agricultural Resistance and the Black Freedom Movement \nEric Holt-Giménez\, Executive Director of Food First  \nFor more information\, including keynote biographies\, workshop selection\, conference schedules\, and other logistics\, click here. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-the-date-come-to-the-table-conference/
LOCATION:Friendship Missionary Baptist Church\, 3400 Beatties Ford Road\, Charlotte\, 28216
CATEGORIES:Conference,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190309T120000
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CREATED:20190128T182838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T171946Z
UID:27724-1552122000-1552132800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:NC's Role in Torture: A Faith Response
DESCRIPTION:The conference will feature both learning and action components. The Rev. Ron Stief\, Executive Director of the National Religious Campaign Against Torture will be our keynote speaker. Stief is a national leader and faith strategist on ending CIA torture and ending the torture of solitary confinement in U.S. prisons. \nThe Rev. Jennifer Copeland will address the biblical case against torture. Witness accounts and the opportunity to experience a virtual solitary confinement will focus upon the consequences of such programs.Speakers will also outline the evidence presented to the NC Commission of Inquiry on Torture (NCCIT) that released its Report on September 27\, 2018\, which exposed the activities\, on behalf of the CIA\, of jets based at two NC airports. \nDirect action includes the availability of candles bearing the names of each of the 49 who experienced torture in NC jets\, postcards to sign for delivery to elected officials\, and petitions calling for a governmental investigation into the activities already examined by NCCIT. A sample resolution\, as well as a curriculum\, will be available.\nCheck-in will begin at 8:30am\, with the program beginning promptly at 9 and ending at noon. \nLunch\, as well as childcare by certified workers for those who need it\, will be provided to those who register by noon on March 6. \nThe Board of Church and Society of the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church is a co-sponsor for this event. \nLoading…
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/justice-and-mercy-a-faith-response-to-torture-in-nc/
LOCATION:Western Boulevard Presbyterian Church\, 4900 Kaplan Drive\, Raleigh
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20180904T175612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T182938Z
UID:26785-1551945600-1551978000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Recovering Hope Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this one day conference to discuss the possibilities for a faith-driven response to the opioid crisis. This event will help to empower faith leaders to mobilize their communities to better respond to the epidemic. NC Attorney General Josh Stein will be on the of the plenary speakers for this event. The schedule for the day is: \n8:00 AM Registration and Breakfast \n8:45 AM Special Music – Giles Blankenship \n9:00 AM Opening Plenary Session \n\nJosh Stein\, Attorney General for North Carolina\nGreg Delaney\, Outreach Coordinator\, Woodhaven Ohio\n\n10:30 AM Rescue and Relief \n\nSession A: Church-Based Naloxone Distribution\nSession B: Harm Reduction and Syringe Service Programs\nSession C: Peer Navigators in Hospital ERs\n\nNoon Lunch and Resource Fair \n1:15 PM Restoration and Recovery \n\nSession A: Advocating for Healthy Communities\nSession B: Faith Communities and Drug Treatment Courts\nSession C: Mental Health First Aid\n\n3:00 PM Closing Plenary Session – Call to Action \n\nDrew Brooks\, Executive Director\, Faith Partners\nMonty Burks\, Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Drug Abuses Services Director of Faith-Based Initiatives\n\nClick here to register. \nThe conference will be held at Butler Chapel at Campbell University and registration is $30.  Use registration code “RECOVER” to receive 50% discount. Please contact Kate Thomas at kthomas@campbell.edu for any questions regarding registration and conference details.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/recovering-hope-conference/
LOCATION:Butler Chapel\, 36 T.T. Lanier Street\, Lillington\, NC\, 27546
CATEGORIES:Conference,Legislative Advocacy,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190227T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190227T160000
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CREATED:20190125T160428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190204T151618Z
UID:27743-1551256200-1551283200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:2019 Medicaid Expansion Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:On February 27\, 2019\, North Carolinians from the mountains to the sea will join together in Raleigh to tell our lawmakers that we want to close the health insurance coverage gap by expanding Medicaid during this legislative session. We would love for you to join us! \nThis event is free and open to the public. You can register for the event here. For live updates as the event gets closer\, follow our Facebook event page here. For more information or questions\, contact us at info@ncchurches.org or 919-828-6501.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2019-medicaid-expansion-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:North Carolina Museum of History\, 5 East Edenton Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601
CATEGORIES:PHW
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ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190223T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190108T220518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T182703Z
UID:27573-1550914200-1550923200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Food and Our Faith
DESCRIPTION:Join the Creation Justice Network and Partners in Health and Wholeness/the NC Council of Churches for “Food and Our Faith.” Nationally acclaimed food justice activist and remarkable faith leader the Rev. Richard Joyner of the Conetoe NC Family Life Center will be our keynote speaker. Following Rev. Joyner’s remarks will be a panel discussion drawing upon the wisdom and experience of North Carolina food justice\, health\, and environmental advocates.  After we hear from our speakers\, we will hold a People’s Feast!  While we will be providing the basics\, we ask those who are attending to prepare a dish representing a favorite family heirloom or church recipe. \nAlthough this event is free\, you must register. Click here to RSVP. Click here for more information on Rev. Joyner and his work. \nFor more information\, contact Karen Richardson Dunn\, PHW Regional Coordinator at karen@ncchurches.org. \nNOTE: Melfield UCC is listed as “permanently closed” on Google Maps. This is incorrect — please follow the directions as listed. Here is the address: 2145 Melfield Dr\, Haw River\, NC 27258. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/food-and-our-faith/
LOCATION:Melfield United Church of Christ\, 2145 Melfield Dr\, Haw River\, NC\, 27258
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Rev.-Joyner.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190207T163113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T154658Z
UID:27850-1550512800-1550520000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:JR x TIME: Guns in America Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 21c Durham for an open discussion about gun ownership in America. Award-winning artist JR and TIME Magazine have created a video mural with interviews from people with wide ranging opinions and experiences with guns\, gun violence\, and second amendment rights. JR’s video mural will be on view and serve as the starting point for the discussion\, moderated by Jennifer Copeland\, Executive Director of the North Carolina Council of Churches. The audio and videos in JR’s mural represent a diverse spectrum of voices and stories within an often volatile and complex issue. This is not a discussion about policy or politics\, but an opportunity to listen and share personal experiences and feelings about guns in America\, in a safe\, honest\, and open environment. \nThis event is free and open to the public. No registration required.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/jr-x-time-guns-in-america-screening-and-discussion/
LOCATION:21c Museum Hotel Durham\, 111 Corcoran Street\, Durham\, NC\, 27701
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/JR-x-Time.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190128T160156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T141217Z
UID:27751-1550080800-1550088000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Gun Violence Prevention Consortium
DESCRIPTION:In response to the recent uptick in gun violence in Durham\, Moms Demand Action is holding a community meeting to explore how we\, as a community\, can end gun violence. We will focus on real solutions\, such as community volunteerism and legislation\, gathering input from the entire community. We have invited all of the elected officials – City Council\, School Board\, County Commission\, NC House and Senate members\, Sheriff Birkhead\, as well as the Durham Police Chief\, and numerous organizations working on gun violence prevention in Durham. \nChildcare and snacks will be provided. \nClick here to RSVP. \nThe Council is a co-sponsor for this event.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/gun-violence-prevention-consortium/
LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 215 North Church Street\, Durham\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190205T190702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190205T194831Z
UID:27838-1549998000-1549998000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Public Education Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Council of Churches next Tuesday\, February 12\, at 7 pm for a Public Education Forum. We will review the current public education landscape\, offer avenues for advocacy\, and make the case for working together to solve problems. A highlight of the evening will be to feature local voices from Wilmington who can share their personal stories. Working together\, we can create the schools our students deserve in North Carolina. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Click here to register. For questions\, contact us at info@ncchurches.org or 919-828-6501.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/public-education-forum/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Episcopal Church\, 5820 Myrtle Grove Rd\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28409
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Public-Education-Forum-Invitation.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T115500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190122T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190124T205352Z
UID:27719-1549972500-1549976400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Wilmington Roadshow Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join the Council for lunch to learn a bit of our history and current initiatives along with strategies and visions for going forward.  We are made of 18 denominations across the state and work in multiple arenas ranging from Immigration to the Environment\, from Living Wage advocacy to the Opioid Crisis — matters that affect the daily lives of the people who live in our state. Taking our cues from the Old Testament Prophets and the New Testament Good News\, we address the issues that God has chosen for us. We will start at 11:55AM\, so come early to sign in\, and we will finish promptly at 1:00PM for those who have a busy afternoon. \nLunch is free\, so bring a friend\, bring two\, bring as many as you like\, just be sure to have everyone sign up. \nClick here to RSVP or call the office at 919-828-6501.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/wilmington-roadshow-lunch/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s on-the-Sound\, 101 Airlie Road\, Wilmington\, 28403
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,PHW,Regional Visits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Road-Show-Invite.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190114T160902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T163822Z
UID:27596-1549702800-1549713600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:13th Annual Moral March on Raleigh and HKonJ People's Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The Moral March on Raleigh is part of a love and justice movement working on an intersectional agenda to support public education\, economic sustainability\, workers’ rights and livable wages\, health care for all\, Medicaid expansion\, environmental justice\, equal protection under the law without regard to race\, immigration status\, gender\, gender identity or sexual orientation\, voting rights for all\, and criminal justice. The movement is made up of more than 125 North Carolina NAACP branches\, youth councils\, and college chapters from across the state and members of over 200 other social justice organizations. \nJoin us for the pre-march rally and people’s assembly at 9 a.m. near the corner of Wilmington and South Streets near Shaw University. \nMarch begins at 10 a.m.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/13th-annual-moral-march-on-raleigh-and-hkonj-peoples-assembly/
LOCATION:Memorial Auditorium\, 2 East South Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,Peace
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hkonj-flyer.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190108T222137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T222137Z
UID:27579-1548352800-1548360000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Resilience Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Please join other faith leaders and community members for a free screening of “Resilience: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope.” This documentary focuses on the toxic stress that some children experience\, and how these experiences trigger hormones that negatively affect early childhood development.  This chain of events put these children at a higher risk for disease\, homelessness\, prison time\, and early death. \nPlease join us after the film for a panel discussion focusing on the integral role that churches play in healing after trauma. \nThis event is free and open to the public. No RSVP required.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/resilience-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:Eno House\, 903 Eno Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Resilience-flyer.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20190108T211823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T211823Z
UID:27568-1547650800-1547654400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Webinar on Executive Order No. 80
DESCRIPTION:Join NC Interfaith Power & Light as we partner with Governor Cooper’s office to offer a free webinar on Executive Order No. 80\, North Carolina’s Commitment to Address Climate Change and Transition to a Clean Energy Economy. Jeremy Tarr\, Policy Advisor for the Environment\, Energy\, and Transportation\, and Sushma Masemore\, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Environment from the NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will talk about the history\, plan\, and timeline of Executive Order No. 80. Following the presentation there will be Q&A session. This event is free and open to the public. Click here to register. For more information\, contact Michelle Peedin at michelle@ncchurches.org. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/webinar-on-executive-order-no-80/
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181218T203529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T203529Z
UID:27538-1547546400-1547553600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Gun Violence Prevention Summit
DESCRIPTION:On November 15\, 2018\, we discussed solutions to gun violence at the state and national level with organizations throughout North Carolina. Join us again on Tuesday\, January 15 from 10 a.m. to noon for a follow-up strategy session. We will spend our time together discussing how we can take action to continue moving our work forward in the coming months. \nLight refreshments will be provided. Click here to register. \nFunding made possible by the Center for American Progress. Co-sponsors include Moms Rising\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence (NCGV)\, and Action NC.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/gun-violence-prevention-summit-2/
LOCATION:Epworth United Methodist Church\, 3002 Hope Valley Road\, Durham\, 27707
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181126T140750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T154947Z
UID:27373-1544112000-1544122800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:The Hate U Give Free Screening (Sold Out)
DESCRIPTION:This event is currently sold out. Please continue checking back for ticket availability.   \nJoin us for a free screening of the movie The Hate U Give. We offer this event in the spirit of the Council’s core mission to bring strength in unity\, and peace through justice. Following the screening\, there will be a brief conversation regarding racial equity and the public school experience. We especially encourage parents\, teachers\, and students in public schools to attend the screening and participate in the discussion. \nClick here for a brief synopsis of the movie and to view the trailer. \nClick here to reserve your free ticket. There are a limited number of seats\, so you must register. Once we have reached capacity\, please register for a ticket through the waitlist option.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/the-hate-u-give-free-screening/
LOCATION:AMC Classic 15 Durham\, 1807 Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway\, Durham\, 27707
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/hate-you-give.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181126T133659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T133659Z
UID:27367-1543654800-1543669200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Post-Election Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:The House of Representatives in North Carolina has flipped. What does this mean for immigrants in North Carolina\, including those currently in sanctuary in places of worship across our state? Join us for an engaging morning of learning\, discussion\, and food. Speakers from the NC Justice Center\, ACLU NC\, Church World Service\, and American Friends Service Committee will discuss the recent midterm elections and the potential impact on immigrant communities in North Carolina. There will be time for discussion and connection over delicious food made fresh by a guest in sanctuary. \nChildcare and lunch will be provided. \nCost to attend this event is on a sliding scale $5-$20. \nClick here to RSVP.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/post-election-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Church of the Reconciliation\, 110 North Elliot Road\, Chapel HIll\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Legislative Advocacy,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Copy-of-LunchandLearn2-4.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181018T185209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T205105Z
UID:27116-1542274200-1542290400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Gun Violence Prevention Summit
DESCRIPTION:According to the American Public Health Association\, gun violence has become a major public health issues in the United States. More than 85\,000 people are affected by gun-related injuries per year\, and nearly 38\,000 people die due to gun-related violence. \nJoin us for a day long summit on the status of gun violence prevention legislation at the national and North Carolina level and\, more importantly\, the potential for change in the upcoming legislative sessions. We will spend the day problem-solving and discussing solutions of what we can do\, and how we can engage together with the legislature to prevent gun violence and its effects. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Lunch will be provided\, but you must RSVP.  Click here to register. \nFunding made possible by the Center for American Progress. Co-sponsors include Moms Rising\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence (NCGV)\, and Action NC.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/gun-violence-prevention-summit/
LOCATION:West Raleigh Presbyterian Church\, 27 HORNE Street\, Raleigh\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181019T183323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181019T183323Z
UID:27153-1541070000-1541077200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:You Can't Blockade Hope in Cuba
DESCRIPTION:Join Witness for Peace Southeast and the North Carolina Council of Churches at First Presbyterian Church in Durham to hear from Alicia Sevila Hidalgo with the Martin Luther King Center in Havana\, Cuba. Alicia will speak about US-Cuba Relations and newly proposed changes to the Cuban constitution. \nThis speakers tour is an opportunity to learn more about the history of US Policy in Cuba and its recent changes. We will also discuss solidarity movements with the people of Cuba and what we can do to promote human-centered US economic and political policies towards Cuba. \nPupusas made by Rosa del Carmen Ortez Cruz\, a women who is in sanctuary at Church of Reconciliation\, will be served for lunch. These pupusas will be $5 for 2. Please bring cash only. \nClick here to register and learn more about the speaker.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/you-cant-blockade-hope-in-cuba/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 305 East Main Street\, Durham
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Immigration-Event.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181012T162118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T155101Z
UID:27091-1540839600-1540843200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Amend What?
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina General Assembly proposed six amendments to the North Carolina Constitution that will be submitted to voters in the 2018 general election. Join us along with the NC Justice Center for a conversation regarding what these amendments mean for North Carolinians. \nDiscussion will include a comprehensive breakdown of the amendments and what each of them entail. There will also be an opportunity for participants to ask questions. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Click here for more details and updates\, and to RSVP. \nFor more information\, contact Mary-Elizabeth at maryelizabeth@ncchurches.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/amend-what-2/
LOCATION:Pullen Memorial Baptist Church\, 1801 Hillsborough Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27605\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Pullen_Amend-What_-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20181011T201543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181012T162336Z
UID:27082-1539716400-1539716400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Amend What?
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina General Assembly proposed six amendments to the North Carolina Constitution that will be submitted to voters in the 2018 general election. Join us along with the NC Justice Center for a conversation regarding what these amendments mean for North Carolinians. \nDiscussion will include a comprehensive breakdown of the amendments and what each of them entail. There will also be an opportunity for participants to ask questions. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Click here for more details and updates\, and to RSVP. \nFor more information\, contact Mary Elizabeth Hanchey at maryelizabeth@ncchurches.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/amend-what/
LOCATION:Umstead Park United Church of Christ\, 8208 Brownleigh Drive\, Raleigh\, 27617
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Amend-What-Umstead-UCC_.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20180717T205219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T151527Z
UID:26284-1539619200-1539637200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:The Color of Public Education: Laws that Divide Us\, Hopes that Unite Us
DESCRIPTION:[registration] \nDue to high interest and the space limitations of the church we have had to cap registration for the dinner portion of this event. You are still welcome to register if you have not already done so and attend Rothstein’s presentation\, but we will unfortunately not be able to provide you with dinner. \n  \nJoin us for an evening with Richard Rothstein\, former columnist for the New York Times\, a research associate at the Economic Policy Institute\, as well as a Fellow at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Rothstein\, author of The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America\, has spent years documenting the evidence that the government not merely ignored discriminatory practices in the residential sphere\, but promoted them. The impact has been devastating for generations of African-Americans who were denied the right to live where they wanted to live\, and raise and school their children where they could flourish most successfully. While the Fair Housing Act of 1968 provided modest enforcement to prevent future discrimination\, it did nothing to reverse or undo a century’s worth of state-sanctioned violations of the Bill of Rights\, particularly the Thirteenth Amendment which banned treating former slaves as second-class citizens. So the structural conditions established by 20th century federal policy endure to this day. \nRichard Rothstein will present his research and facilitate a workshop with public school advocates\, parents\, teachers\, and anyone who has a stake in truly integrated\, well-funded public schools in North Carolina (that means everyone). We will also have dinner together. Click here to learn more about Richard Rothstein. \n  \nSchedule: \n4:00-5:00\nGathering with snacks\, and copies of a (very accessible) essay Rothstein wrote for The Crisis Magazine\, the official publication of the NAACP. \n5:00-6:45\nRichard Rothstein presents his basic research and answers questions. \n7:00-7:45\nLight dinner. Each table will have a designated person to facilitate conversation. \n8:00-9:00\nConversation continues with Q&A with one another and with Richard Rothstein. \nWith Generous Support From: \n \n \n  \nOther Partner Organizations: \n \n  \n  \n  \nDue to high interest and the space limitations of the church we have had to cap registration for the dinner portion of this event. You are still welcome to register if you have not already done so and attend Rothstein’s presentation\, but we will unfortunately not be able to provide you with dinner. \n[registration]
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/the-color-of-public-education-laws-that-divide-us-hopes-that-unite-us/
LOCATION:Epworth United Methodist Church\, 3002 Hope Valley Road\, Durham\, 27707
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Rothstein-Flyer.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260629T143519
CREATED:20180503T165447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T205609Z
UID:25219-1539025200-1539032400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Backpack Full of Cash Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Narrated by Matt Damon\, Backpack Full of Cash explores the growing privatization of public schools and the resulting impact on America’s most vulnerable children. This 90-minute documentary takes viewers through the tumultuous 2013–14 school year\, into the world of what is now called education “reform.” In Philadelphia and other big cities\, public education – starved of resources – hangs in the balance. NC is at a crossroads as we see more and more privatization of our public schools. \nPanel discussion with public education leaders will follow the film along with Q&A from the audience. Moderated by Yevonne Brannon of Public Schools First NC\, the panel will feature Durham School Board member Natalie Beyer. \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Council and Public Schools First NC.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/backpack-full-of-cash/
LOCATION:Durham Technical Community College\, 1637 East Lawson Street\, Durham\, NC\, 27703
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/backpack_picture.png
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