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Becoming Beloved Community: An Antiracism Prayer Vigil in Bexley

August 12, 2020

Join with your Bexley and Columbus neighbors of all ages for a Prayer Vigil centered on learning, praying and acting to dismantle systemic racism.

Learn with us! The Vigil starts long before actual day of the event. Prior to September 12th we are asking participants to spend intentional time learning about the history, realities and impact of systemic racism in our communities.
If you need a place to begin the learning process, we highly recommend this resource from the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio. It contains an expansive digital library and list of antiracism resources. There are age appropriate learning resources for children as well.

https://dsobeloved.org/category/tools-resources/learning-books-dvds-podcasts

Pray with us! ThePrayer Vigil will start at sunrise with Morning Prayer and then commence with continuous walking and praying on our outdoor labyrinth. Our memorial garden will be set aside to pray for members of our country who have suffered at the hands of White supremacy and systemic racism. Musical reflections will be offered throughout the day by local musicians. The vigil will close with Evening Prayer at sunset.

Enact love with us! Each participant will discerns what actions they can take to dismantle systematic racism. This commitment to action will be blessed as each participant leaves the vigil.

This is an event for all ages! Children and Youth are encouraged to attend, and we will provide age appropriate resources for them.

This event will be entirely outdoors, rain or shine. We are requiring all attendees to wear facemarks and follow social distancing guidelines.

We hope this vigil will be a vessel of love and peace as we participate in Christ’s mission to make our community a better reflection of God’s Beloved Kingdom.

Details

Date:
August 12, 2020
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Website:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2883258725235907/

Organizer

St Alban’s

Venue

St Alban’s Bexley
333 S Drexel Ave, Bexley, OH 43209
Bexley, OH 43209 United States
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