Race and Reconciliation posterNontombi Naomi Tutu Visits Ann Arbor!

The First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor is proud to co-sponsor:

Race and Reconciliation
A Community-wide conversation on Race
November 13-15, 2009
Ann Arbor, MI

As Washtenaw County's initial response to President Obama's call for a national conversation on race this special series of events has been organized. Global citizen Nontombi Naomi Tutu, daughter of Bishop Desmond Tutu, will help guide this discussion. All events are free.

To view and download the poster listing details of all events please click here (PDF). For the Facebook page, please click here.

Map and directions to First Congregational Church, click here.

Questions? Please email, raceandreconciliation@yahoo.com.

Friday, November 13, 7:00 p.m.
Remarks and Reception at Rackham Auditorium
Rackham Auditorium, central UM Campus

Saturday, November 14, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Facilitated Discussion with Naomi Tutu (by application)
To download the application to be a participant, please click here.

Saturday, November 14, 7:30 p.m.
Film Screening and Panel Discussion
movie, "Long Night's Journey into Day"
Panelists include Naomi Tutu and Huel Perkins as Moderator
Towsley Auditorium, Washtenaw Community College

Sunday, November 15, 10:00 a.m.
Commentary
First Congregational Church of Ann Arbor located at the corner of State St. and William across from the UM central campus.

 

You are Invited...

Please join us this Sunday for our service. We'd love to meet you. Please see our Visitor's Guide for dates, times and directions.

Mission Statement

We are a beacon of God's love, hope, and Christian freedom.

Vision

We strive to be a joyous spiritual home, welcoming and valuing all people, embracing God's Word and enriching lives.

Core Values

Caring: We are a loving and mutually supportive faith community.

Proclaiming the Good News: We believe in a living and loving God.

Respect: We embrace openness, diversity, and individual faith journeys.

Compassion: We serve and support the needs of others.

Fellowship: We celebrate and enjoy life with each other.