Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - The Necessary Conversation. Special Wednesday Evening Service with Olivia Kinzler

The United States is known to be one of the most diverse countries in the world...a melting pot of sorts. From the outside looking in, it would seem so. I believe we can do better at cultivating communities where all races, colors, creeds and ethnicities are valued; I believe we can better recognize the goodness and talents of all people who were born here, or immigrated here, so we might all take part in the American dream.

Diversity for me is the goal. Within our CSLSR community of like-minded souls, I wonder what it might look like if we were more curious about those who are different from us. So much can be learned and appreciated when one lives amongst a variety of people whose cultures and experiences don't match with our own.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) will be discussed in detail beginning on Wed. 8/21 at Rev. Russ's mid-week service. We will look at how Diversity has deep spiritual roots, and how honoring Diversity is a rich spiritual practice. There will also be a time for questions, because curiosity is one of the best ways we learn and come together in community.

Love,

Olivia Kinzler

PS: The potluck starts at 6pm! Bring your favorite dish to share with your friends, and we will begin our conversation about Diversity at 7.

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