Message "Racism"
WA's worship team on their 1st dry run practice at 8am.
WA Tech Lead Manny metering the audio in the MPR.
Art working with the WA's staff on the service transition.
Epic's Team Greeters is all smiles!
Epic's Media Team setting up for today's service.
The back stage crew now relocated in the MPR's balcony / loft.
Art adjusting the Aviom monitor mixing system.
Epic Setup Team member Sean adjusting the rug in front of the communion table.
Welcome - Pastor Erin
Opening Worship - Harry's Team
Announcements - Anne
Tithes & Offerings - Anne
Main speaker - Pastor Erin
"What is Racism? Racism is "the marriage of Prejudice and Power".
Some racially charged issues - the "Chinese Exclusion Act"
Was the United State founded on Free Labor and Free Land?
Slave owner in Mississippi - "Free Labor"
Map of Indian relocation to reservations - "Free Land"
Recounting our 7th President, Andrew Jackson's shameful legacy against the Native Americans.
How does God feel about those who pursue injustice? Scripture from Isaiah 1:10 -15
Scripture - Isaiah 1:16 - 20
Highlighted scripture from Isaiah 1:10 - 15
In the years following the end of World War II, many returning blacks veteran faced housing discrimination by the government.
A system of "Red Lining" was developed to keep minorities from moving into the more desirable areas.
What are some of the "Block" for us today to understanding institutionalized racism.
The" legacy" of Andrew Jackson is most commonly seen in the twenty dollar bills that we find dispensed in our ATM's today.
Discussion questions - Where do you see racism?
closing words of encouragement (to be better citizens).
Closing worship - Harry's Team
Communion
Benediction - Pastor Erin
Message: Racism
What is it, and what is a Christian response?
Some thoughts about healing from scripture.
BONUS PHOTOS
Monthly congregational luncheon
Sound Team training after service
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