An intensive 2.5 day workshop which will help you understand
and analyze racism in our Church and society.
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Join us for an exploration of:
The definition of systemic racism;Â
The three manifestations of racism— individual, institutional, and cultural, and their effects on both communities of color and white communities;
The issue of racism and the task of dismantling racism from spiritual, ethical, political and social perspectives, with the goal of equipping people to combat racism within their institutions and in the larger society.
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May 20-22, 2010
Archdiocese of Chicago Office for Evangelization
3525 South Lake Park Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60653-1402
This workshop is conducted in an atmosphere of mutual respect, caring and safety, and is not based on confrontation, guilt and judgment.
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Anyone who has an interest in developing a deeper understanding of racism and its impacts on our church and society is invited to attend.
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Hours
This is a 2.5 day workshop - participants must commit to attending all sessions
Day 1 - (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Day 2 - (8:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Day 3 - (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
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PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE - $150 PER PERSON
Cost includes 3 meals, course notebook and workshop materials –
Members of the Metropolitan Chicago Synod receive a $100 discount
