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Southwood Seniors

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May Southwood Seniors

When: Wednesday, May 14, 12 - 1:30PM
Program: Finding Common Threads
Speaker: Sunni Richardson

Watch out for the red-head. You don’t eat meat? “Guess” jeans are the only brand cool people wear. You root for the Packers? Silly examples perhaps, but real. We know conscious and unconscious bias can be a roadblock that keeps us from finding common threads with our neighbors. Let’s look at scripture, share some stories and acknowledge ways bias keeps us from being servants in the world.

Sunni Richardson is a deacon in the ELCA and has served as a Discipleship Director at First Lutheran and Director for Leadership Development with the Nebraska Synod. Her current role is as Coach, Consultant, Trainer and Presenter with her own business.

Menu: A catered meal will be served. Bring a dessert to share if you wish.

$5 freewill donation at the time of the event

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4th Annual LGBTQ Picnic

Sunday, June 1, 12-1:30PM, Prayer Garden (West side of the church building, near the fountain and tables.) 

Let’s kick off Pride Month with a celebration! The LGBTQ+ and Allies Group invites you to enjoy free food, fellowship, and prayer as we give thanks for those in our congregation and community who are LGBTQ+. We are all created in the beautiful image of God and coming together to support one another is important as we build up Christ’s kingdom.

We look forward to seeing you in the Prayer Garden on the West side of the church building, near the fountain and tables. (Fellowship Hall if inclement weather).

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Adult Education: LGBTQ+ and Allies Small Group

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LGBTQ+ and Allies Small Group - New Book Study!

Thursdays, January 16 - April 10, 7-8PM in the Group Room

Join this small group at any time for a weekly book study on Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart. The study will explore the complexity of hope and resilience during deeply challenging times.

If you are struggling to cheer in the new year, join this small group to find solace and support to process your discomfort.

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