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Religion as a Revolutionary Act

Event Date: Tue, April 4, 2017 - Tue, April 4, 2017
Event Time: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Miracles of Faith Community Church (ELCA), Oakland, CA (View on Map)
Affiliation: Miracles of Faith Community Church (ELCA)

From Luther to MLK and beyond: on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation leading up to the 50h anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr:

Our Faith, The Current Moment, Our Future Require: Religion as a Revolutionary Act.

The Reformation was a Revolution started by religions. We live in a moment in history that requires a similar response. Please join us; bring your body, mind and spirit.

Hosted by the Miracles of Faith Community Church in Oakland, CA, this event features more than 10 interfaith leaders from six faiths, including the ELCA, Disciples of Christ, and RCC. Among the leaders present are: ELCA Bishop Mark Holmerud, Sierra Pacific Synod; Rev. Dr. Alfred Smith, Sr. of Allen Temple Baptist Church; the Rev. Phil Lawson, National Council of Elders, United Methodist Church; and Rabbi David Cooper, Kehilla Community Synagogue.

The program includes lunch.