February 2006
This edition of the Michigan UU Justice News provide you with more background on MUUSJN’s justice workshop being held March 11th at the UU Church of Greater Lansing. Don’t miss this special opportunity for inspiration, training, networking and action. MAIL IN YOUR REGISTRATION FORM (SEE ATTACHED) TODAY! For more information on MUUSJN activities or to submit information for publication, contact Randy Block at beelock47@comcast.net or call 248-549-5170.
A UU Justice Workshop : “A Little Less Talk … A Lot More Action”
Deadline: March 1, 2005
Here are seven (7) great reasons to attend the March 11th UU Justice Workshop:
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Our Inspiring Keynote: Rev. David Carl Olson, who will speak on “Ministers Building Justice Ministries”, was President of the largest faith-based organization in New England that worked for access to affordable housing, more resources for public education, and dignity in the workplace for immigrant janitors and certified nursing assistants.
Our Inspiring Keynote: Rev. David Carl Olson, who will speak on “Ministers Building Justice Ministries”, was President of the largest faith-based organization in New England that worked for access to affordable housing, more resources for public education, and dignity in the workplace for immigrant janitors and certified nursing assistants. 2.UUA Individual Consultation: Elizabeth Bukey, a Legislative Assistant for Civil Rights and Religious Liberty with the UUA Washington Office for Advocacy, will not only give a workshop on “Creating A Justice Seeking Congregation”, but will be available for a special session to discuss how these concepts can be implemented in your church.
UUA Individual Consultation: Elizabeth Bukey, a Legislative Assistant for Civil Rights and Religious Liberty with the UUA Washington Office for Advocacy, will not only give a workshop on “Creating A Justice Seeking Congregation”, but will be available for a special session to discuss how these concepts can be implemented in your church. 3.Performances by UU Musician, Jim Scott: Three of Jim's songs are included in the new Unitarian Universalist Hymnbook; "Gather The Spirit," has become a favorite across the denomination. Jim has served on the board of the UU Musicians Network and was Co-Chair of the ecological/spiritual activist group the UU "Seventh Principle Project."
Performances by UU Musician, Jim Scott: Three of Jim's songs are included in the new Unitarian Universalist Hymnbook; "Gather The Spirit," has become a favorite across the denomination. Jim has served on the board of the UU Musicians Network and was Co-Chair of the ecological/spiritual activist group the UU "Seventh Principle Project."4.Michigan UU “Best Practices”: Three local UU churches will tell about how they did some great justice projects. Bring home their good ideas!
Michigan UU “Best Practices”: Three local UU churches will tell about how they did some great justice projects. Bring home their good ideas! 5.Justice Campaign Updates: Learn from campaign organizers how to get people in your community involved with Michigan justice campaigns working to: raise the minimum wage; build support for universal health care; challenge the anti-affirmative action “Civil Rights Initiative”; and save money while saving the environment by joining Michigan Power and Light. Also, a workshop is being offered on how to organize a petition drive.
Justice Campaign Updates: Learn from campaign organizers how to get people in your community involved with Michigan justice campaigns working to: raise the minimum wage; build support for universal health care; challenge the anti-affirmative action “Civil Rights Initiative”; and save money while saving the environment by joining Michigan Power and Light. Also, a workshop is being offered on how to organize a petition drive. 6.Information Tables: Network and learn from exhibitors, including the Center for Civil Justice, the Detroit Metropolitan Interfaith Committee for Worker Issues; League of Revolutionaries For a New America; the National Wildlife Federation; and others. Request a FREE table to display your church or community group’s activities by calling Gwen TODAY at 313-574-8463.
Information Tables: Network and learn from exhibitors, including the Center for Civil Justice, the Detroit Metropolitan Interfaith Committee for Worker Issues; League of Revolutionaries For a New America; the National Wildlife Federation; and others. Request a FREE table to display your church or community group’s activities by calling Gwen TODAY at 313-574-8463.7.Food, Overnight Lodging, Child Care & Buttons: Attendees will get a continental breakfast and lunch, have the opportunity to get free child care or stay overnight on either Friday or Saturday night courtesy of UU Church of Greater Lansing volunteers – if you request these services by sending in a registration form. You can also get special UU justice buttons. Justice seeking youth are welcomed!
Food, Overnight Lodging, Child Care & Buttons: Attendees will get a continental breakfast and lunch, have the opportunity to get free child care or stay overnight on either Friday or Saturday night courtesy of UU Church of Greater Lansing volunteers – if you request these services by sending in a registration form. You can also get special UU justice buttons. Justice seeking youth are welcomed!Registration is only $35 for adults; $15 for persons on fixed incomes, students or unemployed. Scholarships available. For more information, call Gwen Winston at 248-574-8463 or Randy Block at 248-549-5170.
Justice Events
March 6, 2005 – Michigan Needs a Raise – the campaign to raise the minimum wage in Michigan – will hold is next general meeting from 10 a.m. – Noon at the UAW Dave Miller Building, 8731 E. Jefferson, Detroit. Call John Freeman at 313-655-7945
March 18, 9:30 pm. – 1 p.m. Citizens Health Care Working Group Community Health Forum. Testify about what kind of health care system YOU believe our Country needs. These forums are being held throughout the Country, but this is the only one in Michigan. Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, 48235 - (313) 578-7500
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