BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://irtwc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251005T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250924T171011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171011Z UID:6249-1759672800-1759676400@irtwc.org SUMMARY:CROP Hunger Walk DESCRIPTION:The programming board of the Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County has formed a team for the CROP Hunger Walk on October 5\, to raise money and awareness to help people near and far who struggle with food insecurity. \n\nWe hope you (and your network of family and friends) will join us in doing our part to help get us one step closer to ending hunger. \nIRT Team participants will receive a cool new IRT t-shirt. Join our team!\n\nLearn more about 2025 Ann Arbor CROP Hunger Walk. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/crop-hunger-walk/ LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 120 S. State St\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250218T222356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T210407Z UID:5840-1758023100-1758027600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:Tues\, 9/16\, 11:45 – 1:00 over Zoom:  Topic – Interfaith Partnerships at Bethlehem United Church of Christ \nPresenters: Lama Nancy Burks\, President\, Karuna Buddhist Center & Rev. Dawn Christenson\, Intentional Interim Minister\, Bethlehem United Church of Christ\, Ann Arbor \nWhen a newly-founded Buddhist Center was looking for space in Ann Arbor in 2022\, a real estate agent suggested they call Bethlehem United Church of Christ. Join us to hear about their journey of growth and discovery over the past 3 years\, as these two different faith communities have shared a physical space. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SrEoC2wrQmSMZJTnvLg-aA URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-10/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250623T143844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T143011Z UID:6085-1753628400-1753635600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Beyond Hello: What Does It Mean to be a Good Neighbor? DESCRIPTION:The Interfaith Round Table invites residents of Washtenaw County to explore with us the question of what it means to be a good neighbor in our various faith and ethical traditions and in our community. As ICE targets immigrant communities and as cities navigate questions of housing affordability\, development\, density\, and neighborhood character\, the values of neighborliness\, grounded in faith and ethical traditions\, can provide some guidance. Please register at the link and plan to join us for ice cream and conversation! \nQuestions? Email us: interfaithwashtenaw@gmail.com. \nRegistration link: https://givebutter.com/LCBPu7 URL:https://irtwc.org/event/beyond-hello-what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-good-neighbor/ LOCATION:County Farm Park Main Pavillion\, 2230 Platt Road\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250218T222256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T184917Z UID:5838-1750160700-1750165200@irtwc.org SUMMARY:What Does It Mean to Live in Chardi Kala (Rising Spirits) and Anand (Bliss) DESCRIPTION:Facilitator:  Jaspreet Singh Sawhney\, Sikh \nRegister Here:  https://bit.ly/JuneDayForum URL:https://irtwc.org/event/what-does-it-mean-to-live-in-chardi-kala-rising-spirits-and-anand-bliss/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250522T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250522T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250502T202018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T184740Z UID:5991-1747942200-1747947600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Workshop: "Depolarizing Ourselves" DESCRIPTION:In-Person at Genesis of Ann Arbor\, 2309 Packard RoadThursday\, May 22\, 2025 @ 7:30pm \nBegin to decrease political polarization by changing how we view our fellow Americans. \nRegister here \nThe Interfaith Round Table (IRT) is joining with Braver Angels of Washtenaw County to host this workshop. We hope you will join us! \nTo learn more about Braver Angels\, visit their website: https://braverangels.org/ URL:https://irtwc.org/event/workshop-depolarizing-ourselves/ LOCATION:Genesis of Ann Arbor\, 2309 Packard St.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250502T202155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T202155Z UID:5993-1747741500-1747746000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:The Current World and Promised Future DESCRIPTION:The Current World and Promised Future \nZoom \nFacilitator: Ted Amsten\, Baha’i \nRegister Here: https://bit.ly/MayDayForum URL:https://irtwc.org/event/the-current-world-and-promised-future-2/ LOCATION:MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250427T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250325T185815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T185815Z UID:5907-1745773200-1745780400@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Spring Fundraiser: Faith and Democratic Values DESCRIPTION:April 27 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm (doors open at 4:30 p.m.) \nIn-person at Chinmaya Avantika\, 4760 Packard St\, Ann Arbor\n\n\nJoin IRT in exploring the powerful intersection of faiths and democracy. We believe that these two forces\, when working in harmony\, can create a more just\, equitable\, and compassionate society.\n \nOur keynote speaker will be the Rev. Jeffery Harrold\, senior pastor of New Beginnings Community Church and longtime community activist and organizer.\n\nRSVP here: https://givebutter.com/OcGMrg URL:https://irtwc.org/event/spring-fundraiser-faith-and-democratic-values/ LOCATION:MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://irtwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IRT-2025-Spring-Fundraiser-Flyer-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250421T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250421T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250318T224738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T224815Z UID:5893-1745251200-1745256600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Sacred Snaps:  Photovoice for Interfaith Engagement DESCRIPTION:In-person at the Michigan League (911 N. UNIVERSITY AVE\nAnn Arbor\, MI)\n\nJoin us at this interactive book launch with author and founder of Interfaith Photovoice Roman Williams. You will hear about and experience a new tool for inter-religious and intercultural engagement.\n\nRSVP here:\n  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePfaWefLeWmVW9l2C8C_05kZR8KxEerMmMHVGj8_YZ8Uieqw/viewform URL:https://irtwc.org/event/sacred-snaps-photovoice-for-interfaith-engagement/ LOCATION:Michigan League\, 911 N. UNIVERSITY AVE\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250415T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250218T221816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T221816Z UID:5832-1744717500-1744722000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Advocacy Letter Writing Project DESCRIPTION:Facilitator:  Diane Zahn\, Northside Presbyterian Church \nRegister Here:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JIDXSdxXTlSvqCMLhf8cJw URL:https://irtwc.org/event/advocacy-letter-writing-project/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250318T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250218T221654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T221654Z UID:5830-1742298300-1742302800@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Bridging Cultural Differences DESCRIPTION:Facilitators:  Halim Shukair & Jim Gettel\, Intercultural Community Center Dearborn \nRegister Here:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_3fBYPCWQXKzWg00vttFMQ URL:https://irtwc.org/event/bridging-cultural-differences/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250218T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20250218T221936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T222538Z UID:5834-1739894400-1739901600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Spring Celebration (in-person) DESCRIPTION:Join us for delicious food\, intriguing speakers\, and interfaith fellowship \nHosted by Chinmaya Mission (4760 Packard Street\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48108) \nReserve Your Seat(s) Today:  https://givebutter.com/OcGMrg URL:https://irtwc.org/event/spring-celebration-in-person/ LOCATION:Chinmaya Mission\, 4760 Packard St.\, Ann Arbor\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20241007T230824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T230824Z UID:5596-1734435900-1734440400@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum – Winter Solstice from a Variety of Faith Traditions DESCRIPTION:Register here:  https://bit.ly/DecDayForum URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-winter-solstice-from-a-variety-of-faith-traditions/ LOCATION:MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20241007T230738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T230738Z UID:5594-1732016700-1732021200@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum – Topic: Death and Mourning in the Jewish Tradition DESCRIPTION:Register here:  https://bit.ly/NovDayForum URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-topic-death-and-mourning-in-the-jewish-tradition/ LOCATION:MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241117T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241117T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20241007T230636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T230636Z UID:5592-1731859200-1731870000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Annual Fall Gathering to Give Thanks (in-person) DESCRIPTION:Join us for inspirational speakers and music as we focus on gratitude\, hope\, and peace. Walk-ins are welcome\, or register here to help us estimate attendance:  https://givebutter.com/tJlygx \nThe First United Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor (UUAA) will host. 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Road\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103 URL:https://irtwc.org/event/annual-fall-gathering-to-give-thanks-in-person/ LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor\, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20241007T230525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T013445Z UID:5589-1731585600-1731591000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:"Hey\, We Need to Talk" exhibit (in-person event) DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County and social sculptor Philippa Pham Hughes for a special experience in the interactive exhibit\, “Hey\, We Need to Talk!” \nFeel free to enjoy your lunch while we talk together\, from our various worldviews\, about what it means to flourish\, the role of faith institutions in local communities\, and what it would take for all people of goodwill to work together to create a flourishing society. \nAttendance is capped at 25\, so please register only if you think you will be able to attend. \nTo register\, please visit:  Hey\, We Need to Talk! with Interfaith Round Table \n  URL:https://irtwc.org/event/hey-we-need-to-talk-exhibit-at-the-university-of-michigan-museum-of-art-umma-crumpacker-gallery/ LOCATION:University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA)\, Crumpacker Gallery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241022T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20241007T230348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T230348Z UID:5587-1729597500-1729602000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum – Topic: Interfaith Work on Campus DESCRIPTION:Note the date change – to accommodate student schedules\, the Day Forum will be held on the 4th Tuesday this month\, instead of the 3rd Tuesday. \nRegister here:  https://bit.ly/OctDayForum URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-topic-interfaith-work-on-campus/ LOCATION:MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241006T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241006T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20241007T230243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T230243Z UID:5585-1728223200-1728234000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:CROP Walk – hosted by Zion Lutheran Church DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Zion Lutheran Church at 1501 W Liberty Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103. \nIRT is walking as a group. Look for our banner and join us! URL:https://irtwc.org/event/crop-walk-hosted-by-zion-lutheran-church/ LOCATION:MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240626T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240626T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20240517T212808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T212850Z UID:5491-1719428400-1719432000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Presentation by the Civility Project DESCRIPTION:Presentation by the Civility Project\nIn-Person & Zoom\nWednesday\, June 26\, 2024 at 7:00pm-8:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information & Register here:\n\nhttps://givebutter.com/Civility URL:https://irtwc.org/event/presentation-by-the-civility-project/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240618T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20240517T212629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T212952Z UID:5489-1718710200-1718715600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:Day Forum\nZoom\n\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 at 11:45am-1:00pm \n\n\nMore Information & Zoom Register here:\nhttps://bit.ly/DayForum-June URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-9/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240521T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240521T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20240517T212322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T213105Z UID:5486-1716291000-1716296400@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:Day Forum\nZoom\nTuesday\, May 21\, 2024 at 11:45am-1:00pm\n\nMore Information & Zoom Register here:\n\nhttps://bit.ly/DayForum-May2024 URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-8/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240416T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240416T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20240402T190916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T190952Z UID:5438-1713267900-1713272400@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 16\, 2024 at 11:45am-1:00pm ZOOM\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/AprilDayForum \nThe Interfaith Round Table (IRT) hosts the Day Forum over Zoom on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. IRT invites community members from any spiritual background to come together during the lunch hour for connection\, friendship\, and interesting conversation. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-april/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240116T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240116T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20231208T192447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T190649Z UID:5227-1705405500-1705410000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, January 16\, 2024 at 11:45am-1:00pm ZOOM\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/dayforum-jan16 \nInterfaith Round Table (IRT) hosts the Day Forum over ZOOM on the third Tuesday of each month. IRT invites community members to come together during lunch hour for connection\, friendship\, and interfaith conversations. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-jan/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240115T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240115T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20231208T192450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T190426Z UID:5228-1705347000-1705350600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:MLK Day 2024 DESCRIPTION:Monday\, January 15\, 2024 from 7:30pm-8:30 PM ZOOM\nRegister Here: https://bit.ly/mlkandmalcolm-jan15 \nTheme: How did Dr. King’s faith drive them toward activism? \nJoin us for a panel discussion to explore faith’s role in activism in Dr. King’s life\, the civil rights movement\, and how it can inspire individuals to work toward social change. Come\, listen to the experts\, and be part of the conversations\, followed by Q&A. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/mlk-day-2024/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240103T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240103T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20231120T173059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T223433Z UID:5136-1704308400-1704312000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Faith Stories DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 3\, at 7-8pm ZOOM \n \nRegister here: https://bit.ly/fatihstory-dec6 \nCome\, listen\, and explore the stories of diverse faith community members of all religious backgrounds. There’s no better way to learn about other faith traditions and spiritual paths in our community than by hearing the faith story directly from those who practice it. \nKelly Gauthier is a lifelong Catholic who has been a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Ann Arbor for 20+ years and a member of the parish’s Peace & Justice Committee for 15 years. She is a licensed social worker with an MSW degree from the University of Michigan and has worked as the Project Coordinator of a grant-funded high school program for at-risk students\, as a hospital social worker in Jackson\, and in various positions in a four-county affiliation of community mental health agencies. She currently writes and edits sales proposals for the state and local government division of IBM Consulting. \nKelly has a long history of volunteering\, including serving as a Board member for the IRT since 2015. She worked on welfare simulations for ICPJ for many years and served as a mentor for a domestic violence program and as an advocate for Washtenaw County Welfare Rights Union. Originally from Sault Ste. Marie\, Michigan\, has lived in Ann Arbor since 1997 with her husband and two children. She holds undergraduate degrees in Sociology and English Language and Literature from Lake Superior State University. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/faith-stories-dec/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231219T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231219T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20231120T173826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T185344Z UID:5139-1702986300-1702990800@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 19\, @ 11:45am-1:00pm ZOOM \n\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/dec19-dayforum \nInterfaith Round Table (IRT) hosts the Day Forum over ZOOM on the third Tuesday of each month. IRT invites community members to come together during lunch hour for connection\, friendship\, and interfaith conversations. \nFacilitator: Bryan Weinert\, Zion Lutheran Church of Ann Arbor\nTheme: Balancing Free Speech with its natural and unanticipated negative consequences\, “A Continuing Conversation…” URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-dec/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231119T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231119T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20230926T142851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T182142Z UID:4987-1700409600-1700416800@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Interfaith Peace Gathering DESCRIPTION:INTERFAITH GATHERING FOR PEACE AND UNITY\n“Together We Heal” \nJoin Interfaith Round Table for a gathering of peace and unity during these challenging times to find support. Coming together this way is vital for our collective healing and connection\, and we want to create a space where we can all feel safe and supported. Our gathering will include unity prayers\, music and song\, and a meditation circle\, all aimed at strengthening our community bonds and fostering a sense of purpose and connection. \nRefreshments will be provided\, and we invite you to bring your friends and family to join us in this gathering of peace and unity. \nIn addition\, attendees are encouraged to bring some non-perishable items to donate to “Back Door Food Pantry.” \nWalk-in Welcome!\nOr Register here: \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Address (Optional)Phone Number (Optional)Number of tickets(Required)How did you hear about this event?FriendFacebookInstagramWhatsAppIRT newsletterOtherOtherWould you like to join our email list to stay updated with upcoming programs?(Required)YesNoAlready in the listIf yes\, please provide your email to include in the IRT's mailing list:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n \n\n  \nRefreshments will be served after the program\, providing an opportunity for attendees to socialize and connect. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/interfaith-peace-gathering/ LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor\, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://irtwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Nov.19-Interfaith-Peace-Unity-prayers-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231105T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231105T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20230926T142350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T152349Z UID:4983-1699174800-1699200000@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Effective Violence De-escalation Skills Training DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 5\nRegister here:https://bit.ly/effective-skillstraining \nEffective Violence De-escalation Skills Training\nLearn effective nonviolent techniques to interrupt violence while protecting yourself and others. \nFREE TRAINING\nIn this 8-hour workshop\, participants will explore nonviolence in the “big picture”; what it means\, how it is used\, and how good-hearted\, well-intentioned people can disagree yet still work together. They will learn and gain practice in specific skills and tools that are useful both in conflict intervention situations and in daily life\, including: \n\nActive Listening\nThe Importance of Body Language\nPersonal Power Messages\nThe CLARA technique\n\nCoffee/tea\, snacks\, and lunch will be provided. (vegetarian-friendly lunch). A full color training manual will be provided on site. Please bring pen/pencils to take notes. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER for this event and attend a full day to complete this training to get the certificate. Please plan to arrive early for the breakfast as we start at 9:00 am \nPARKING\nSix spots are available at Canterbury House (721 E Huron St\, Ann Arbor). On a Sunday morning\, there should be nearby street parking. The closest parking structure is the Thayer St. Parking Deck\, about a block south of us. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/violence-de-escalation-skills-training-free-workshop/ LOCATION:Canterbury House\, Ann Arbor\, 721 E Huron St\, Ann Arbor\, 48104\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://irtwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Nov5-de-escalation-skills.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20230919T144244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T144244Z UID:4961-1697742000-1697747400@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Real Talk: Prisoner Re-entry in Washtenaw County DESCRIPTION:ALL ARE WELCOME! \nPrisoner Re-entry in Washtenaw County—\nAn Evening of Personal Reflections on Faith\, Hope\, and Healing \nThe Interfaith Round Table of Washtenaw County\, A Brighter Way\, and The Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice are pleased to co-host a live\, very personal evening of reflection\, storytelling\, and faith from four formerly incarcerated people from Washtenaw County facing the barriers and challenges of re-entering society from prison. \nCome and hear these stories of courage and faith\, support these brothers and sisters on their journey\, and learn how you can help others facing similar challenges. \nFor more information about this free event\, please email Bryan Weinert @ bryancweinert@gmail.com URL:https://irtwc.org/event/real-talk-prisoner-re-entry-in-washtenaw-county/ LOCATION:Emmanuel Lutheran Church\, 201 N River St\, Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, 48198 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://irtwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Oct-19_Real-Talk.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231017T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231017T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20230919T222551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T155831Z UID:4965-1697543100-1697547600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Day Forum DESCRIPTION:ZOOM\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/dayforum-oct17 \nCreating an inclusive space for connections\, understanding\, and compassionate community conversations! \nTopic: “Balancing Free Speech with its Natural and Unanticipated Negative Consequences” URL:https://irtwc.org/event/day-forum-7/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://irtwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Oct17-day-forum.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231004T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231004T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T162543 CREATED:20230909T031422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T031422Z UID:4919-1696446000-1696449600@irtwc.org SUMMARY:Faith Stories: Rev. Greer Cherney DESCRIPTION:ZOOM\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/faithstory-irt \nSummary: \nCome\, listen\, and explore the stories of diverse faith community members of all religious backgrounds! \n\n\nSuggested Donation: $20\, $30\, other. Donate here: https://irtwc.org/donate \n\nThis event is free to the public. Donations are very much appreciated to support this event and the work of the Interfaith Round Table. \n(You will receive the ZOOM link a day before the session.) \nJoin us as we delve deep into the faith story of Rev. Greer Cherney (Community Life Pastor at Zion Lutheran Church\, Ann Arbor) and how her faith traditions and practices shaped her perspectives and journey in life. \nEvery First Wednesday of the month @ 7:00-8:00pm on ZOOM \nThrough the Faith Stories series\, Interfaith Round Table wants to uplift diverse faith voice and perspectives. Community members from diverse traditions will share their faith journey in conversation with the IRT director\, followed by the audience Q&A. \nFaith stories will allow us to connect\, build relationships of mutual trust\, and advance interfaith understanding in the public sphere. \nCome\, listen\, talk\, and explore the stories of diverse faith community members of all religious backgrounds. There’s no better way to learn about other faith traditions and spiritual paths in our community than by hearing the faith story directly from those who practice it. \nMeet our Guest: \nReverend Greer Cherney is an ordained ELCA Lutheran Pastor. She was ordained eight years ago and is currently serving at Zion Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor as Community Life Pastor. Pastor Greer is from California\, went to seminary in St. Paul\, Minnesota\, and landed in Michigan to serve as a pastor. She is married to a Nichiren Buddhist who practices as part of Soka Gokkai International. Pastor Greer studied Muslim-Christian Interfaith study in Senegal\, West Africa\, and has traveled to Israel-Palestine twice on pilgrimage. Pastor Greer believes deeply in interfaith relationships\, conversation\, and learning. It is what God deserves for true Shalom for all of us. Pastor Greer\, her husband Brian\, their son\, Benjamin\, and their corgi dog\, live in Davisburg\, Michigan. URL:https://irtwc.org/event/faith-stories-rev-greer-cherney/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR