November 2023 Newsletter

ADJ Recommended Reading List

Starting your Christmas shopping, or looking for some new books to dive into? Check out the Authentic Diversity & Justice Recommended Reading List at Bookshop.org. By purchasing from our list, 10% of the sale will go towards funding our annual MLK event.

Pine Ridge Reflections

Those who went to Pine Ridge Reservation last June will be sharing their experience at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, New Stanton, on Monday, November 27 at 7pm.

Update on Bethel AME Reparations

Last month, Pastor Dale Snyder from Bethel AME shared that Bethel plans to keep the church at its current location and instead use their original land in the Lower Hill District, returned in April by the Pittsburgh Penguins, to build a 128-unit apartment complex and daycare center. Read more here. 

ELCA Truth & Healing Movement

The ELCA Truth & Healing Movement is providing opportunities to learn the true history and current realities of Indigenous people. It is these truths, truths that have been ignored by most for hundreds of years, that will bring healing for both Indigenous people and non-Indigenous people. Events are free, and no pre-registration is required. Class links may be found here. 

Tuesday, November 28, 8-9pm Eastern time - Presentation: Settler Narrative

Thursday, November 30, 11am-1pm Eastern time - Class: Indigenous Thought & Theology

ELCA Task Force: Human Sexuality - Gift and Trust Study Process

In 2022, the Churchwide Assembly authorized a review of the Human Sexuality: Gift and Trust social statement. A task force will begin working on the review in 2024, and applications to be a member are currently open until January 31, 2024. To apply or to nominate someone, learn more at elca.org/reconsiderations.