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Highlights the experiences of fifty courageous Upstanders from around the world to educate students and others about human rights, and urge them to take action. The exhibition is based on the book of the same name by Kerry Kennedy, President of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights, and Pulitzer prize winning... Exhibit developed by the American Anthropological Association in collaboration with the Science Museum of Minnesota, it is the first national exhibition to tell the stories of race from the biological, cultural, and historical points of view. Combining these perspectives offers an unprecedented look at race and racism in the United States.
$16
A peacebuilding interfaith contemporary art exhibition. Features the work of 21 Arab, Persian and Jewish artists from 11 countries and from the three primary monotheistic faith backgrounds: Islam, Christianity and Judaism. Through their creativity, the artists urge us to focus on what we have in common in our creeds and cultures as the foundation for...
Free
A temporary exhibit at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, featuring photos of Syrian refugee children in Europe and the Middle East by award winning photographer, Magnus Wennman.
$15
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Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation Annual Gathering. Join us for an evening of wine and cheese, silent auction, kinship award and storytelling! This is our only fundraiser event of the year, so even if you are unable to attend you can still give. We appreciate the support very much!
$50
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6 events,
Dig Deep is an overnight immersion experience aimed at empowering adults to take positive action within their communities. This retreat is designed to help educate participants about the roots of food insecurity, social justice, and leadership through exploration of their own stories, the stories of others, and issues of oppression and privilege. What is included...
$60
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The speaker is Karim Sadjadpour and here is a description of his presentation: The surprise 2016 US Presidential election of Donald Trump and the Brexit vote in the UK are just two examples of a global populist explosion that has impacted the politics of South America, Europe, and Asia. What is populism and why are... |
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A screening of this award-winning film that probes the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts messy struggles over social media, video games and academics, offering solutions on how we can help our kids navigate the digital world.
$10
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A free film screening of the award-winning documentary, Dolores, highlighting Dolores Huerta's lifelong commitment to social justice. Huerta is one of the most important labor and civil rights activists in U.S. history and the keynote speaker at National Immigrant Justice Center's Human Rights Awards in June. A reception will follow the film.
Free
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5 events,
Dig Deep is an overnight immersion experience aimed at empowering adults to take positive action within their communities. This retreat is designed to help educate participants about the roots of food insecurity, social justice, and leadership through exploration of their own stories, the stories of others, and issues of oppression and privilege. What is included...
$60
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Edwina Gateley will be the featured speaker.
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Learn about the rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis in Honduras from the people living there. Padre Melo and a delegation of victims and human rights defenders from Honduras will testify about the rising repression in Honduras and call for peace and justice. RSVP by May 12 to JoAnne Harbert Bhati at joanne@8thdaycenter.org, or by calling 312-641-5151, ext.116. This event...
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A caravan is being organized in Chicago from May 16th to 19th to attend the National Day of Prayer for Honduras in Washington DC. To reserve a spot, offer a vehicle or get more information, contact Jill Landrith at jill@8thdaycenter.org or call 312-641-5151.
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Hear from students transformed by their education and about Marquette-led community peacemaking initiatives. Learn how you can celebrate the Center during its anniversary year and support its work moving forward.
$10
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Featuring Fr. Michael Pfleger, pastor of St. Sabina parish in Chicago. Brought to you by the Sacred Heart Parish Adult Formation Team. Pizza, snacks and adult beverages will be served. Join us & bring a friend. Parking is available in the Church parking lot located at 1077 Tower Road. |
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During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily from dawn until sunset. They break their fast by eating a light meal, usually dates and water, called iftar. In addition to iftar and dinner, guests will be enlightened by Meira Neggaz, Executive Director at Institute for Social Policy and Understanding, with a presentation on what...
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An evening of sharing from residents and alumni of St. Leonard’s Ministries—what experiences have shaped their journey? How were they sustained through the hardships of their time in prison? Where did they find grace along the journey? Tickets are $10, or $1 for students, will all proceeds going to St. Leonard’s Space is limited, so...
$10
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Honoring the relics of St. Toribo Romo, Protector of Immigrants, and the other Cristero martyrs on their feast day. Fr. Donald Nevins, Pastor of St. Agnes of Bohemia Parish, will be the presider/homilist. |
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Fr. John Kartje presents, "God Saw That it was Good...And the Scientists Agreed: Faith Meets Science in the Natural World." Fr. Kartje is the Rector/President of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary. He received his Ph.D. in astrophysics from the University of Chicago, his M.Div, S.T.B., University of Saint Mary of the...
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Join Tom Roberts, former editor of National Catholic Reporter, as he explores what the future holds for the Catholic Church and specifically what his list of “leading indicators” says about how Catholics will practice their faith and stay engaged with the church. Event will be moderated by Heidi Schlumpf, NCR’s National Correspondent. RSVP by May 13...
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Speakers: Phil Andrew, Director, Archdiocese of Chicago's Violence Prevention Initiatives; retired FBI Special Agent; 1988 Winnetka gun violence survivor. Malcolm Gibson and Rie'onna Holman, Ambassadors of B.R.A.V.E. (Bold Resistance Against Violence Everywhere) Youth Leaders, based at St. Sabina Church, Chicago Marcus Campbell, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent/Principal, Evanston Township High School In January, 2018, FAN launched a...
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Learn how to make your lawn more environmentally friendly and less wasteful of natural resources. The presenter is Shannon Burns, a Community Engagement Specialist with the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. She has a doctorate in Adult Education from Nova Southeastern University and an MBA from Benedictine University. She is a Certified Woodland Steward... |
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You're invited to join the Sisters of the Living Word and Shelley Welch, Senior Manager of Community Resources at WINGS, for a complimentary lunch, sundae bar and Educational Workshop on Domestic Violence. RSVP: No later than May 18, 2018 Call: 847-577-5972 or Email: Kim at kbhagerty@slw.org For more information,...
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Theme: Overcoming Hate through Acts of Faith During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily from dawn until sunset. They break their fast by eating a light meal, usually dates and water, called iftar. Guest of Honor, Cardinal Blase J. Cupich |
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Film Screening: The Promised Band This documentary follows a group of Israeli and Palestinian women who form a fake rock band in order to meet and socialize. They forge connections across cultures, religion, and physical and political borders, learn how to become a band, and continually place themselves in jeopardy as they place their human... |
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The annual Gathering of the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership and the National Association for Lay Ministry. Plan to participate in THE professional development conference for catechetical leaders. Join members of NCCL, the Federation for Catechesis with Hispanics and NALM for a collaborative conference experience! The National Conference for Catechetical Leadership brings together experts in evangelization...
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During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily from dawn until sunset. We break their fast by eating a light meal, usually dates and water, called iftar. Timing for Iftar Magrib is 8:18 p.m. In addition to iftar, their will be a speaker -- Father Corey Brost, C.S.V., co-founder of the Children of Abraham... |
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A presentation by Judith Kelly about her book Just Call Me Jerzy, which is about Father Jerzy Popiełuszko (YEH-zheh Poh-pyeh-WOOSH-koh), a Polish national hero. The book recounts his courageous, nonviolent witness as chaplain to the Solidarity Movement, and gives a detailed chronology of his travels to the United States and Canada in the 1970's &...
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Internationally recognized expert Ward Wilson, a member of the Federation of American Scientists, will present groundbreaking new arguments about the utility of nuclear weapons. These realist arguments make it possible to imagine eliminating nuclear weapons completely. Wilson is widely acknowledged as the leading proponent of realist arguments against nuclear weapons. |