September 2022 Newsletter

Council of Three Rivers Annual Pow Wow

The Council of Three Rivers is hosting its 43rd Annual Pow Wow, September 24 from noon-9pm and September 25 from noon-7pm at Singing Winds (120 Charles St., Pittsburgh). See the flyer here.

Campus Ministry Art Exhibit

Lutheran Campus Ministry in Greater Pittsburgh and the student group PSALM present "Truth Be Told: an art exhibit exploring race." The exhibit is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays 1pm-6pm or by appointment, through October 9 (4515 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh). For more information, call (412) 682-6886 or email pastor@psalm.online.

Training Opportunities

"Transforming White Privilege": Online, October 8, 15, 22 or November 6, 13, 20. This free online training is available through the NJ Synod. It is designed to support leaders in better identifying, talking productively about, and addressing white privilege and its consequences in their many different spheres of influence. Learn more and register here.

Region 8 Racial Justice Training: Online, November 7. Region 8’s Racial Justice Training equips leaders to face the challenges of racism in a diverse, complex and changing world by providing tools and resources that foster healthy and holy conversations. Learn more and register here.

Western PA UMC Anti-Racism Summit: In person, virtual, and hybrid sessions, October 20-22. Learn more and register here.

Inclusive Language Guidelines

The American Psychological Association has released Inclusive Language Guidelines. It includes a glossary of general terms related to equity and power, examples of instances where "Person-First" or "Identity-First" language is most appropriate, and suggestions for avoiding microaggressions in conversation, with terms to avoid and suggested alternatives. Find the document here.

MLK Jr. Event - Save the Date

Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 4pm for our second annual MLK Jr. Liturgy. The theme is "A Home for All: Housing and Dr. King's Vision of the Beloved Community." In addition to the worship service, the evening will include education and discussion opportunities for youth and adults - plan to bring your Confirmation class!