The Role of Faith Communities in Times of Social Unrest

Tuesday, May 29, 7:30-9:00 p.m.

First Parish in Concord, Parish Hall

The Reclaim Our Democracy group at First Parish in Concord has organized a panel discussion of local church leaders to discuss the current democracy challenges facing this country and the role that our local faith groups can play in addressing these challenges. Jim Sherblom will be the moderator. Participants will include:

Agenda:

Introduction:  speakers describe their backgrounds, both religious and other

Q1. How do your religious background and commitments shape your participation as a citizen?

Q2. How do teachings within your faith community influence your own feelings about money, wealth, capitalism and democracy?

Q3. What do you believe that faith communities should be doing now in light of what you see happening in this country?

Open it up to audience questions

Closing remarks