Churches United for Racial Equity and Justice (CUREJ), an ecumenical movement that began through Brentwood UMC\u2019s Race & Faith initiative, invites the community into a transformative weekend of learning, worship, and action. A Way Forward: Hope for Uncertain Times will gather clergy, students, and community members across Middle Tennessee to explore faithful responses to racial justice through the lens of the Beloved Community.<\/p>\n
Held at Woodmont Hills Church, the weekend will feature nationally recognized author and speaker Dr. Jemar Tisby, who will guide participants in envisioning a more just and hopeful future grounded in faith. The event begins Friday evening with a worshipful gathering focused on understanding the challenges we face and imagining a global perspective for change, supported by music and interactive prayer experiences.<\/p>\n
Saturday will offer deeper engagement through a panel discussion with Dr. Tisby and local leaders, followed by breakout sessions highlighting nonviolence, community-based justice work, and practical pathways for advocacy and reconciliation.<\/p>\n
The weekend concludes with Sunday worship at Gordon Memorial UMC, where Dr. Tisby will preach, and congregations are invited to carry this work forward using shared liturgical resources.<\/p>\n
In addition to the main event, participants are invited into meaningful pre- and post-event opportunities, including clergy preparation, student engagement, book studies, and ongoing small group connections.<\/p>\n
This is more than a weekend gathering. It is an invitation to grow in faith, deepen relationships, and take faithful steps toward justice together.<\/p>\n
Learn more and register via Eventbrite.<\/p>\n
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