Contact: Emily Johnson
Phone: 317-340-8023
A NIGHT FOR CONGO: CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE,
INTERDEPENDENCE AND GLOBAL HEALING
WHAT:
Just as Americans will soon celebrate the independence of our nation, so
to are the people of Congo. Join us for this free event on the eve of
Congo’s independence day as we examine ties between the people of
Indiana and Congo. Enjoy authentic Congolese food prepared by Jose
Lusende and "State of Mind", a film provided by MIO about post-war trauma recovery in the Congo using a therapy training program. Attendees will also have a chance
to interact Friendly Planet Missiology representatives preparing to traveling to the Democratic
Republic of Congo to equip local leaders and raise funds for town
initiatives. No ticket necessary but RSVP’s are encouraged via
eventbrite.com
WHY: Though thousands of miles apart in terms of geography, Congo and Indiana are
linked in many ways. The U.S. has a long and mixed involvement in
Congo. Hoosiers have chosen to be in community with the people of
Congo and many people from Congo have moved to Indiana adding to our
state’s cultural richness
WHO: Friendly Planet Missiology's mission is to support the work of United Methodist
leaders serving in the heart of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Lockerbie Central United Methodist Justice Team serves as the voice
for the congregation when it comes to standing up and organizing for
issues affecting our church, our faith and our world.
My Global Voice is working hard to bring together people who are united
by a set of shared values: that every person has a stake in meeting the
world’s challenges and that the United States should be a global leader in
meeting those challenges through responsible international cooperation.
WHEN:
Wednesday June 29, 2011 from 6 p.m.- 8:15 p.m.
6 p.m. food and hors d'oeuvre
7 p.m. brief program
7:15 p.m. Movie
8:15 p.m. conclusion and conversation
WHERE:
Earth House Collective, 237 N. East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 636-4060
Lockerbie Central United Methodist Justice Team serves as the voice for
the congregation when it comes to standing up and organizing for issues
affecting our church, our faith and our world. For more information please visit
www.lockerbiecentral.com.
