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January 2019
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Annual Vigil & Blessing
“Commit yourself the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a greater person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in.” MLK,Jr. Welcome/Introductions: Patricia S. Castillo, P.E.A.C.E. Initiative and Catherine Cuasay, ACTS Ministry Reflection in Action: Participants will learn about ancient symbols of an individual’s passport to freedom and reflect on how we can promote personal, national and global equality. Through song and a simple ceremony of unburdening, those gathered will unify…
Find out more »An International Crisis in our Backyard: Human Trafficking
Did you know that I-35 and I-10, both which run right through the heart of San Antonio, are major human trafficking thoroughfares? This international issue hits closer to home for our community than some may know. Join the World Affairs Council of San Antonio during DreamWeek for our Young Professionals series as we hear from a panel of leaders who are fighting against human trafficking in our city and abroad. Participate in the conversation and learn about how you can…
Find out more »Pub Theology “fireside chat” with Juany and Bekah
Juany Torres and Bekah McNeel are ready to talk about anything and everything with you. Local and national topics are on the table, learn about Bekah's new gig with Christianity Today, or ask Juany that burning question you have about life at City Hall. Bring your concerns about education, health, civic engagement. A great way to introduce new friends to Pub Theology, this will be a great time to follow up on past topics, raise questions you've been wanting to…
Find out more »Performance: ¡No Es Justo! Emma Tenayuca’s Struggle for Justice
Adapted for the stage from the children’s book of the same title, this theatre production brings to life the story of Emma Tenayuca, an activist, labor leader, educator, and Chicana hero. This play honors Tenayuca and her leadership of the 1938 Southern Pecan Shelling Company workers’ strike. Carmen Tafolla, Sharyll Teneyuca, and Terry Ybanez wrote and illustrated the original children’s book. Event will be held in the Chiego Lecture Hall. Performance is suitable for all ages. Admission is free at…
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Compassion Action SA Labs
On January 29th join the City of San Antonio Faith-Based Initiative for the 2nd of the 4-part casaLAB series based on compassion-in-action! Did YOU attend or miss casaLAB I (Oct. 2018) to become more compassionate toward self, towards others and within the systems of our mutual lives and work in Our City? Hit or miss you'll definitely want to be at the Little Carver on January 29th for casaLAB II! Ben O'Dell, Faith Liaison with the Department of Health & Human Services…
Find out more »The White Rose: Courageous Youth against the Nazi Regime
Ellen Ollervidez, Director of the Holocaust Memorial Museum of SA, will examine the student-led, non-violent, intellectual resistance group, The White Rose.
Find out more »February 2019
Rise Against Hunger
On Sunday, February 3rd, at 12:30 pm, volunteers of all ages will have the opportunity to prepare and package over 10,000 meals for developing nations with Rise Against Hunger, a national organization dedicated to fighting hunger on a global scale. Together, Rise Against Hunger and Temple Beth-El are hosting this event, which will allow our community to participate in this unique, interactive, and fun service opportunity. To ensure a large amount of meals to put together, we will need to…
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