Opening Our Hearts, Race & Equity

 In light of the unacknowledged legacy of racial violence in our country – how do we grieve? How do we learn? How do we change? The topic of race is so delicate and so deadly. Join us in the wisdom and healing journey. This retreat combines storytelling, music, art, spiritual teachings and practices, and contemplation as a means to open ourselves to the grace of healing racial inequity. By coming closer to events whose historical origins and attitudes have shaped and persist in shaping narrow views, the intention of this retreat is to unfold a process for healing the wounds caused by the damage of racial violence. Week 1 (August 4) focuses on our hearts and how we respond to suffering – ours and others Week 2 (August 11), we see and hear about the historical experience of race in the U.S. Week 3 (August 18) introduces personal stories about Black experiences in this country Week 4 (August 25) looks at recent incidents of death in US churches and synagogues, naming the victims and examining a connection with one of the perpetrators. How it Works This retreat is designed to be self-paced. You will receive weekly e-mails beginning Wednesday August 4 that take about an hour to read/view. We invite you to attend the 3 optional dialogue sessions being held at San Damiano.

For more information,  contact Janet Gardner at Katerik@sandamiano.org. 
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