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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150914T190000
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SUMMARY:Father Michael Lapsley -- Swannanoa
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Michael Lapsley\, survivor of a targeted bombing by South Africa apartheid agents\, will visit North Carolina this September to speak with university students\, congregations\, and members of the general public. Framed by the perspective that “all persons are capable of being perpetrators or victims – and sometimes both\,” Fr. Lapsley will discuss the need for healing of individuals\, communities\, and nations in response to trauma related to racial\, religious\, and political conflict. \nFor the past two decades\, he has worked to strengthen processes for communal healing related to trauma\, in South Africa and worldwide. A survivor of war and terrorism\, he has worked in diverse conflict zones and with combat veterans\, including U.S. veterans. \nFor more information about his visit to Warren Wilson College\, contact Professor Rima Vesely-Flad at 828-771-4033. Fr. Lapsley’s  North Carolina speaking tour is co-sponsored by the Fellowship of Reconciliation and the North Carolina Council of Churches.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/father-michael-lapsley-swannanoa/
LOCATION:Jensen Lecture Hall\, Warren Wilson Colelge\, 701 Warren Wilson Road\, Swannanoa\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150913T101000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150913T111000
DTSTAMP:20150831T152255Z
CREATED:20150831T152255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T152255Z
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SUMMARY:Father Michael Lapsley -- Asheville
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Michael Lapsley\, survivor of a targeted bombing by South Africa apartheid agents\, will visit North Carolina this September to speak with university students\, congregations\, and members of the general public. Framed by the perspective that “all persons are capable of being perpetrators or victims – and sometimes both\,” Fr. Lapsley will discuss the need for healing of individuals\, communities\, and nations in response to trauma related to racial\, religious\, and political conflict. \nFor the past two decades\, he has worked to strengthen processes for communal healing related to trauma\, in South Africa and worldwide. A survivor of war and terrorism\, he has worked in diverse conflict zones and with combat veterans\, including U.S. veterans. \nAlong with speaking at the adult forum\, Father Lapsley will preach at the 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. worship services. For more information about his visit to All Souls\, contact the Very Rev. Todd Donatelli at todd@allsoulscathedral.org. \nFather Lapsley’s North Carolina speaking tour is co-sponsored by the Fellowship of Reconciliation and the North Carolina Council of Churches.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/father-michael-lapsley-asheville/
LOCATION:All Souls Cathedral\, 9 Swan Street\, Asheville\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150911T210000
DTSTAMP:20150831T150810Z
CREATED:20150828T144053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T150810Z
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SUMMARY:Father Michael Lapsley -- Durham
DESCRIPTION:Father Michael Lapsley speaks on the aftermath of violence and ways forward for wounded individuals and a wounded society. Father Michael\, a social justice activist\, Anglican priest\, and chaplain to South Africa’s anti-Apartheid movement\, lost both of his hands and sustained other injuries in a 1990 letter bomb attack by agents of the Apartheid government. But he has never stopped working for justice\, peace\, and healing. \nRSVP here. The presentation will be followed by light refreshments. Childcare is available with an RSVP. \nSponsored by the Fellowship of Reconciliation\, Institute for Healing of Memories\, and the NC Council of Churches. \nFather Michael will also speak on WUNC’s the State of Things at noon on September 11.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/father-michael-lapsley-the-aftermath-of-violence/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 3639 Old Chapel Hill Road\, Durham\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150911T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150911T160000
DTSTAMP:20150828T144937Z
CREATED:20150828T142632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150828T144937Z
UID:19693-1441963800-1441987200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Audubon Ambassador Training
DESCRIPTION:Audubon’s Birds and Climate Change Report finds that 170 species of birds found in North Carolina are at risk because of the damaging effects of climate change. Without action against climate change many of our birds could be gone forever. AudubonNC has partnered with NCIPL to develop a bold initiative to spread the message that climate change is having a devastating impact on our birds. Join a committed\, passionate group of individuals who love birds and nature and want to do more to combat the effects of climate change. For more information\, contact Kim Brand\, kbrand@audubon.org or 336-391-9614.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/audubon-ambassador-training/
LOCATION:Community United Church of Christ\, 814 Dixie Trail \, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150910T210000
DTSTAMP:20150831T151210Z
CREATED:20150831T151210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T151210Z
UID:19747-1441911600-1441918800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Father Michael Lapsley -- Raleigh
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Michael Lapsley\, survivor of a targeted bombing by South Africa apartheid agents\, will visit North Carolina this September to speak with university students\, congregations\, and members of the general public. Framed by the perspective that “all persons are capable of being perpetrators or victims – and sometimes both\,” Fr. Lapsley will discuss the need for healing of individuals\, communities\, and nations in response to trauma related to racial\, religious\, and political conflict. \nFor the past two decades\, he has worked to strengthen processes for communal healing related to trauma\, in South Africa and worldwide. A survivor of war and terrorism\, he has worked in diverse conflict zones and with combat veterans\, including U.S. veterans. \nFor more information about his visit to Pullen\, contact Rev. Cathy Tamsberg at 919-828-0897. Fr. Lapsley’s North Carolina speaking tour is co-sponsored by the Fellowship of Reconciliation and the North Carolina Council of Churches.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/father-michael-lapsley-raleigh/
LOCATION:Pullen Memorial Baptist Church\, 1801 Hillsborough Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150910T131000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150910T141000
DTSTAMP:20150831T150716Z
CREATED:20150831T150716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T150716Z
UID:19743-1441890600-1441894200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Father Michael Lapsley -- NC State
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Michael Lapsley\, survivor of a targeted bombing by South Africa apartheid agents\, will visit North Carolina this September to speak with university students\, congregations\, and members of the general public. Framed by the perspective that “all persons are capable of being perpetrators or victims – and sometimes both\,” Fr. Lapsley will discuss the need for healing of individuals\, communities\, and nations in response to trauma related to racial\, religious\, and political conflict. \nFor the past two decades\, he has worked to strengthen processes for communal healing related to trauma\, in South Africa and worldwide. A survivor of war and terrorism\, he has worked in diverse conflict zones and with combat veterans\, including U.S. veterans. \nFr. Lapsley will be speaking at the Presbyterian Campus Ministry Peace Lunch Forum in Room 3222. His North Carolina speaking tour is co-sponsored by the Fellowship of Reconciliation and the North Carolina Council of Churches.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/father-michael-lapsley-nc-state/
LOCATION:Talley Student Union\, NC State\, 2610 Cates Avenue\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150825T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150825T193000
DTSTAMP:20150816T231217Z
CREATED:20150816T231217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150816T231217Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Solar Soiree
DESCRIPTION:There is a lot to celebrate around solar successes in North Carolina. We can’t wait to share these stories with you. Join Self-Help\, FLS Energy\, Clean Energy for WNC\, RiverLink\, and North Carolina Interfaith Power & Light for a happy hour-style reception and networking soiree. You’ll hear stories\, learn a bit about the state of solar in NC and be asked to share what we can do together to build an affordable solar society that’s accessible to all. Light refreshments will be served. Bring a friend but be sure to RSVP!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/celebrate-solar-soiree/
LOCATION:Lenoir-Rhyne University\, 36 Montford Avenue\, Second Floor\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150602T140000
DTSTAMP:20150427T141423Z
CREATED:20150427T141423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150427T141423Z
UID:19198-1433246400-1433253600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Retirement Luncheon for George Reed
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Raleigh’s Highland United Methodist Church as we wish Executive Director George Reed well in his retirement. The buffet lunch will be catered by The Irregardless Café and takes place from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday\, June 2. \nYou can RSVP and pay below\, by e-mailing info@ncchurches.org\, or by calling 919-828-6501. In order to guarantee lunch\, please respond by May 26. The cost is $25\, and the church is located at 1901 Ridge Road. Use the scroll bar to the right of the RSVP form to enter your information. If paying by check\, please note in the memo line that it is for the luncheon. \nCome be a part of thanking George for being a faithful voice on behalf of progressive people across North Carolina.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/retirement-luncheon-for-george-reed/
LOCATION:Highland United Methodist Church\, 1901 Ridge Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150528T170000
DTSTAMP:20150427T141809Z
CREATED:20140427T141758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150427T141809Z
UID:18051-1432800000-1432832400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table -- Elon
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Table events bring together members of the faith community with farmers\, gardeners\, farmworkers\, educators\, health professionals\, and community organizations to find solutions to relieve hunger and support local agriculture. Conference attendees can expect plenaries\, topical breakout sessions\, lively speakers\, a great lunch\, and networking opportunities. These conferences provide an environment that fosters regional collective action to address local food insecurity. \nCome to the Table is a project of the Rural Life Committee of the North Carolina Council of Churches and The Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI-USA). The program is supported by Duke Endowment. This year’s theme is “Head\, Heart\, and Hands.” Some scholarship assistance is available. \nThis is a rescheduled event. If you were registered and had paid for the February event that was canceled due to weather\, you will need to register again but will not need to pay.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/come-table-elon/
LOCATION:Elon Community Church\, 271 North Wiliamson Avenue\, Elon
CATEGORIES:Farmworkers,Food,PHW,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150416T163000
DTSTAMP:20150223T142332Z
CREATED:20150223T142332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150223T142332Z
UID:18728-1429173000-1429201800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:NC Farmworker Institute
DESCRIPTION:This annual gathering brings together agencies\, organizations\, farmworkers\, and activists dedicated to improving the lives of farmworkers and 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. \nRegistration is $30 in advance\, $35 at the door.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/nc-farmworker-institute/
LOCATION:United Church of Chapel Hill\, 1321 Martin Luther King Blvd.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27514\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmworkers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150415T190000
DTSTAMP:20150330T140043Z
CREATED:20150401T140015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T140043Z
UID:19056-1429117200-1429124400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:NC Workers Rising
DESCRIPTION:Join workers\, students\, community members and clergy for one of the largest labor protests in state history. All over the US\, #Fightfor15 is growing as more and more workers demand living wages\, the right to unionize\, respect\, dignity and a future for all. \nRegister to take a free UNC campus bus from Chapel Hill to Raleigh. Call 917-825-0884 for the Chapel Hill carpool.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/nc-workers-rising/
LOCATION:Shaw University Quad\, 118 East South Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150414T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150414T153000
DTSTAMP:20150302T195555Z
CREATED:20150302T195555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150302T195555Z
UID:18797-1429002900-1429025400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:2015 Legislative Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 14 at Greenwood Forest Baptist Church in Cary for the Council’s 2015 Legislative Seminar. Held every two years\, the Seminar equips people of faith with the information they need to be advocates on issues before the NC General Assembly. \nRegister online here. The cost is $15 for students\, $25 for all others\, and that includes arrival snacks and a boxed lunch by the Interfaith Food Shuttle’s Catering with a Cause.  Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m; the Rev. Dr. David Forbes\, Dean of the Shaw Divinity School\, will lead worship at 9:15 a.m.; and three workshop sessions will follow. Closing worship will be led by Greenwood Forest pastor the Rev. Ben Boswell. \nWorkshop topics and speakers for the day include:\nRevenue Shortages\, Spending Cuts – Tazra Mitchell\, Policy Analyst\, and Cedric Johnson\, Policy Analyst\, NC Budget and Tax Center\nImmigration: Neighbors Among Us – Ivan Parra\, Executive Director\, NC Latino Coalition\, and Jennie Wilburn\, Program Associate\, NC Council of Churches\nPublic Higher Education: A Time of Challenges – Kevin FitzGerald\, Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff\, University of North Carolina System\, and David Rice\, Executive Director\, Higher Education Works\nThe Environmental Protection Struggle – Marilynn Marsh-Robinson\, Partnerships and Alliances Manager\, Environmental Defense Fund\nLabor and the Workplace: Standing up for Workers – Adam Orlovich\, Campaign Manager\, NC AFL-CIO\nGuidelines for Grassroots Advocates – George Reed\, Executive Director\, NC Council of Churches\nPublic Education and the Privatizers – Chris Fitzsimon \, Director\, NC Policy Watch\nThe GLBTQ Dimension: Policies at Stake – Chris Sgro\, Executive Director\, Equality NC\nCrossroads for Voting Rights – Isela Gutiérrez\, Associate Research Director\, Democracy NC\nMedicaid: The Expansion Debate – Jon Oberlander\, Professor of Social Medicine and Health Policy & Management\, UNC School of Medicine and Gillings School of Global Public Health\nLegislative Decisions Affecting NC’s Judiciary – Ran Coble\, retired from the NC Center for Public Policy Research\nHelping Progressives Keep the Faith – the Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler\, Associate Professor of Bible\, Union Presbyterian Seminary\nGerrymandering: Consequences and Cures – Jane Pinsky\, Director\, NC Coalition for Lobbying and Government Reform\nOur Teachers: Seeking Better Pay\, More Respect – Rodney Ellis\, President\, NC Association of Educators\nThe Governor’s Role – Chris Fitzsimon\, Director\, NC Policy Watch \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2015-legislative-seminar/
LOCATION:Greenwood Forest Baptist Church\, 110 Southeast Maynard Road\, Cary
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150328T153000
DTSTAMP:20150206T164337Z
CREATED:20150120T190220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150206T164337Z
UID:18242-1427531400-1427556600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:2015 NC Bread for the World Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Raleigh chapter of Bread for the World\, in cooperation with the NC Council of Churches and many other North Carolina civic\, congregational\, and business leaders\, is sponsoring the 2015 statewide Bread for the World convention with the theme “Uniting Our Voices to End Hunger.” Bread for the World is a Christian advocacy organization with the goal of urging our nation’s leaders to end hunger. Representatives form faith communities\, civic groups\, and Bread groups are encouraged to attend. A limited number of scholarships is available. \nThis year’s program includes: \n\nDavid Crabtree – WRAL news anchor and Episcopal Deacon\, as Master of Ceremonies\nGene Nichol – UNC-CH Law Professor and Director of the UNC School of Law Center on Poverty\, Work and Opportunity\nJill Bullard – Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Co-Founder and Executive Director\nDavid Beckmann – President of Bread for the World\, with a brief address to conference attendees\nSteve Hickle — Faith Outreach Director of Stop Hunger Now\nSheena Meade– Regional Organizer of Bread for the World
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2015-nc-bread-world-conference/
LOCATION:Highland United Methodist Church\, 1901 Ridge Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Food,PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150321T133000
DTSTAMP:20150128T030520Z
CREATED:20150128T030520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T030520Z
UID:18302-1426928400-1426944600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:2015 Faith & Immigration Summit
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Summit will focus on issues affecting children and youth coming to our state from Central America. \nRegister online here. \nWhile the cost is free\, donations for lunch are appreciated. Contact Jennie Wilburn for more information at jennie@ncchurches.org or 919-828-6501.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2015-faith-immigration-summit/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 305 East Main Street\, Durham
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150319T160000
DTSTAMP:20141215T150744Z
CREATED:20141215T150744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141215T150744Z
UID:18063-1426752000-1426780800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table -- Sylva
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Table events bring together members of the faith community with farmers\, gardeners\, farmworkers\, educators\, health professionals\, and community organizations to find solutions to relieve hunger and support local agriculture. Conference attendees can expect plenaries\, topical breakout sessions\, lively speakers\, a great lunch\, and networking opportunities. These conferences provide an environment that fosters regional collective action to address local food insecurity. \nCome to the Table is a project of the Rural Life Committee of the North Carolina Council of Churches and The Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI-USA). The program is supported by Duke Endowment. This year’s theme is “Head\, Heart\, and Hands.” Some scholarship assistance is available.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/come-table-sylva/
LOCATION:Southwestern Community College\, 447 College Drive\, Sylva\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmworkers,Food,PHW,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150305T200000
DTSTAMP:20150223T140346Z
CREATED:20150223T140346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150223T140346Z
UID:18712-1425578400-1425585600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Town Hall: Home Health Care Workers Join Fight for $15
DESCRIPTION:Join home health care workers\, fast food workers\, and other community members for a town hall forum to highlight the struggle for a $15/hour wage and a union for home care workers. We will work to engage local\, state\, and federal officials in the Home Care Fight for $15 Campaign. \nRefreshments will be served. For more information\, e-mail bcarroll@raiseupfor 15.org or call 919-604-8167.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/town-hall-home-health-care-workers-join-fight-15/
LOCATION:Martin Street Baptist Church\, 1001 East Martin Street\, Raleigh\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150225T200000
DTSTAMP:20150223T141409Z
CREATED:20150223T141409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150223T141409Z
UID:18726-1424890800-1424894400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table Ecumenical Service
DESCRIPTION: “Building\, Planting\, Growing: A Service of Reconciliation” will focus on reconciling ourselves with the land and within our communities. Clergy from First Baptist Church of Elon\, First United Methodist Church of Elon\, Elon Community Church and Buckhorn United Methodist Church will lead the service. All are welcome. \n “We are called to be peacemakers in all contexts– in the church\, in our communities and in the world\,” said NC Council of Churches Program Associate  Jennie Wilburn\, a co-organizer of the service.  Since Come to the Table’s inception\, the NC Council of Churches has been a sponsor.  \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/come-table-ecumenical-service/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Elon\, 621 East Haggard Avenue\, Elon\, NC
CATEGORIES:Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,NCIPL,Peace,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150123T160000
DTSTAMP:20141215T150410Z
CREATED:20141215T150410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141215T150410Z
UID:18058-1422000000-1422028800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table -- Lumberton
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Table events bring together members of the faith community with farmers\, gardeners\, farmworkers\, educators\, health professionals\, and community organizations to find solutions to relieve hunger and support local agriculture. Conference attendees can expect plenaries\, topical breakout sessions\, lively speakers\, a great lunch\, and networking opportunities. These conferences provide an environment that fosters regional collective action to address local food insecurity. \nCome to the Table is a project of the Rural Life Committee of the North Carolina Council of Churches and The Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI-USA). The program is supported by Duke Endowment. This year’s theme is “Head\, Heart\, and Hands.” Some scholarship assistance is available.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/come-table-lumberton-2/
LOCATION:Southeastern Agricultural Center\, 1027 US Highway 74 East\, Lumberton\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmworkers,Food,PHW,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141214T170000
DTSTAMP:20141123T210748Z
CREATED:20141123T210748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141123T210748Z
UID:17941-1418565600-1418576400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:NCCC Shopping Day at Ten Thousand Villages\, Raleigh
DESCRIPTION:Come visit with Council friends and enjoy some holiday shopping at a store committed to supporting artisans from 38 developing countries. A portion of the sales will be donated to the Council.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/nccc-shopping-day-ten-thousand-villages-raleigh/
LOCATION:Ten Thousand Villages — Raleigh\, 435 Woodburn Road\, Raleigh\, 27605
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141211T200000
DTSTAMP:20141123T205005Z
CREATED:20141123T205005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141123T205005Z
UID:17938-1418324400-1418328000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Candlelight Vigil Against Gun Violence
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of the second anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy\, as well as the 60\,000 American victims of gun violence since December 2012\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence\, the Peace Committee of the NC Council of Churches\, and others are joining the Newtown Foundation\, Faiths United to Prevent Gun Violence\, States United to Prevent Gun Violence and the Washington National Cathedral in a nationwide vigil service of mourning and remembrance for all those who have fallen victim to the ongoing epidemic of gun violence in America.   \nAccording to recent statistics\, there have been at least 91 school shootings\, including fatal and nonfatal assaults\, suicides\, and unintentional shootings\, since the tragic assault in Newtown\, CT. Since Newtown\, there has been nearly one school shooting per week.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/candlelight-vigil-gun-violence/
LOCATION:Judea Reform Congregation\, 1933 W Cornwallis Road\, Durham\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T203000
DTSTAMP:20141106T150139Z
CREATED:20141106T150139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141106T150139Z
UID:17855-1416337200-1416342600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Peace-Making in Palestine/Israel
DESCRIPTION:Janet Lahr Lewis\, recently retired United Methodist missionary who served as United Methodist Liaison in the Middle East\, and Ata Manasra\, village economic project coordinator\, will speak about peace-making\, the loss of Palestinian land\, and the United Methodist supported ministry project at Wadi Fouqin\, West Bank\, Palestine. \nLight snacks will be provided. No registration is required.  The Council is a co-sponsor.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/peace-making-palestineisrael-2/
LOCATION:Fairmont United Methodist Church\, 2501 Clark Avenue\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T130000
DTSTAMP:20141106T144629Z
CREATED:20141106T144629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141106T144629Z
UID:17849-1416308400-1416315600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Peace-Making in Palestine/Israel
DESCRIPTION:Janet Lahr Lewis\, recently retired United Methodist missionary who served as United Methodist Liaison in the Middle East\, and Ata Manasra\, village economic project coordinator\, will speak about peace-making\, the loss of Palestinian land\, and the United Methodist supported ministry project at Wadi Fouqin\, West Bank\, Palestine. \nFollowing a short presentation\, Janet and Ata will respond to questions and comments from the gathered community. Lunch will be served following the gathering. Attendees are asked to bring a $5 donation for lunch. To register for the lunch event\, please e-mail Kathy Duncan by November 13. The Council is a co-sponsor.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/peace-making-palestineisrael/
LOCATION:Dixon Chapel\, Methodist Building\, 700 Waterfield Ridge Place\, Garner\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141118T110000
DTSTAMP:20141002T160117Z
CREATED:20141002T153054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141002T160117Z
UID:17607-1416299400-1416308400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:The Council Visits Asheville
DESCRIPTION:Join Council staff and friends for a light breakfast at 8:30 a.m. followed by welcoming remarks by Bishop Porter Taylor\, Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina at 9. Executive Director George Reed will provide an update on the Council’s work for social justice\, then choose up to two break-out sessions focused on specific areas of work: \n\nCreation Care led by NCIPL Director Susannah Tuttle\nLegislative Advocacy led by George Reed\nFarmworkers and Immigration led by Program Associate Jennie Wilburn\nImproving the Health of Clergy and Congregants led by Partners in Health and Wholeness Coordinator Willona Stallings\n\nVisit with old friends\, make new ones\, and leave with resources for you and your faith community. \nThere is no cost\, but please let us know if you’ll be attending so that we can prepare\, 919-828-6501 or info@ncchurches.org. \nPlease park in the front lot closest to I-240 and enter through the chapel doors.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/council-visits-asheville/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,PHW,Regional Visits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141117T140000
DTSTAMP:20141002T153653Z
CREATED:20141002T153653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141002T153653Z
UID:17615-1416223800-1416232800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:The Council visits Charlotte
DESCRIPTION:Bring a bag lunch\, and join Council staff and friends for fellowship at 11:30 a.m. We’ll provide drinks and dessert. Beginning at noon\,  Executive Director George Reed will provide an update on the Council’s work for social justice\, then choose up to two break-out sessions focused on specific areas of work: \n\nCreation Care led by NCIPL Director Susannah Tuttle\nLegislative Advocacy led by George Reed\nFarmworkers and Immigration led by Program Associate Jennie Wilburn\nImproving the Health of Clergy and Congregants led by Partners in Health and Wholeness Coordinator Willona Stallings\n\nVisit with old friends\, make new ones\, and leave with resources for you and your faith community. \nThere is no cost\, but please let us know if you’ll be attending so that we can prepare\, 919-828-6501 or info@ncchurches.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/council-visits-charlotte/
LOCATION:Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Road\, Charlotte\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,Peace,PHW,Regional Visits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141113T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141113T140000
DTSTAMP:20141013T202444Z
CREATED:20141013T202238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141013T202444Z
UID:17699-1415881800-1415887200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Lunch on Immigration -- Winston-Salem
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide clergy series on immigration. These events are geared toward busy religious professionals and faith leaders\, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free meal). \nThis series revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from knowledgeable people who are directly affected by immigration issues in their ministries. It’s a forum for honest questions and positive conversation among local colleagues\, and everyone will walk away with additional resources and contacts. Please help us spread the word about the upcoming event. We need your help to make it a success. \nMauricio Castro of the NC Latino Coalition will speak. \n.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-lunch-immigration-winston-salem/
LOCATION:Home Moravian Church\, 529 South Church Street\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141105T103000
DTSTAMP:20141013T203154Z
CREATED:20141013T203154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141013T203154Z
UID:17706-1415178000-1415183400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Breakfast on Immigration -- Black Mountain
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide series of Clergy Breakfasts on immigration. These events are geared toward busy religious professionals and faith leaders\, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free breakfast). \nThis clergy breakfast series on immigration revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from knowledgeable people who are directly affected by immigration issues in their ministries. It’s a forum for honest questions and positive conversation among local colleagues\, and everyone will walk away with additional resources and contacts. Please help us spread the word about the upcoming clergy breakfast on immigration.  We need your help to make this event a success. \nRev. Steve Runholt of Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church and Norma Brown\, Latino Outreach Coordinator at Communities in Schools\, are the speakers.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-breakfast-immigration-black-mountain-2/
LOCATION:St. James Episcopal Church\, 424 West State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141104T103000
DTSTAMP:20141013T194517Z
CREATED:20141013T194517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141013T194517Z
UID:17686-1415091600-1415097000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Breakfast on Immigration — Boone
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide series of Clergy Breakfasts on immigration. These events are geared towards busy religious professionals and faith leaders\, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free breakfast). \nThis clergy breakfast series on immigration revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from knowledgeable people who are directly affected by immigration issues in their ministries. It’s a forum for honest questions and positive conversation among local colleagues\, and everyone will walk away with additional resources and contacts. Please help us spread the word about the upcoming clergy breakfast on immigration.  We need your help to make this event a success. \nRev. Cindy Banks\, rector of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church\, Boone\, will speak.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-breakfast-immigration-boone/
LOCATION:Boone United Methodist Church\, 471 New Market Boulevard\, Boone\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141014T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141014T100000
DTSTAMP:20140922T141120Z
CREATED:20140916T134504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140922T141120Z
UID:17508-1413275400-1413280800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Breakfast on Immigration -- Grimesland
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide series of Clergy Breakfasts on immigration. These events are geared towards busy religious professionals and faith leaders\, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free breakfast). \nThis clergy breakfast series on immigration revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from knowledgeable people who are directly affected by immigration issues in their ministries. It’s a forum for honest questions and positive conversation among local colleagues\, and everyone will walk away with additional resources and contacts. Please help us spread the word about the upcoming clergy breakfast on immigration.  We need your help to make this event a success. \nRev. Bob Hudak\, Rector of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, Greenville\, and Rev. Ernesto Barriguete\, Pastor of Unidos Por Cristo United Methodist Church\, Grimesland\, are the speakers. \nRSVP online here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-breakfast-immigration-grimesland/
LOCATION:Unidos Por Cristo/United in Christ United Methodist Church\, 7563 Pitt Street\, Grimelsand\, United States
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141010T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141010T153000
DTSTAMP:20140828T144026Z
CREATED:20140411T144908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T144026Z
UID:16324-1412933400-1412955000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:PHW Faith and Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:People of faith will come together to promote health\, network and share resources. The theme for this year’s conference is “We’re Better Together” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10a). Participants will learn what’s currently happening in the state related to faith and health\, and walk away with clear instructions on how to improve their own health as well as that of their congregation and wider community. For more information or to register\, please click here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-date-phw-faith-health-summit/
LOCATION:Ardmore Baptist Church\, 501 Miller Street\, Winston-Salem\, 27103
CATEGORIES:Conference,PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141007T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141007T100000
DTSTAMP:20141002T151439Z
CREATED:20140916T133116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141002T151439Z
UID:17505-1412670600-1412676000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Breakfast on Immigration -- High Point
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide series of Clergy Breakfasts on immigration. These events are geared towards busy religious professionals and faith leaders\, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free breakfast). \nThis clergy breakfast series on immigration revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from knowledgeable people who are directly affected by immigration issues in their ministries. It’s a forum for honest questions and positive conversation among local colleagues\, and everyone will walk away with additional resources and contacts. Please help us spread the word about the upcoming clergy breakfast on immigration.  We need your help to make this event a success. \nRev. Anne Hodges-Copple\, Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina\, and Lori Fernald Khamala\, of the NC Immigrant Rights Program\, will be the speakers. \nRSVP online here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-breakfast-immigration-high-point/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Episcopal Church\, 108 W. Farriss Avenue\, High Point\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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