The Grand Canyon Synod is hosting a dialogue titled “Open Conversations about Race” beginning on August 11 at 6:30-8:00 pm via Zoom. These conversations are a safe and thoughtful space where you and others in the synod can wrestle with questions and talk with each other. With so many ways to expand our knowledge—front page news, podcasts, blogs, town halls, expert opinion, scholarly articles—we are learning about structural racism, white privilege, the police and the community, and so much more. Our heads are full of information; through these conversations, we hope to engage the heart. 

As people of faith we push forward knowing that together, through conversation, we can learn. Together we can discover places where our hearts expand. Together we gain confidence in leading what can be difficult and critical conversations. We all see things differently. Now is a good time to learn from each other about how our opinions are formed through experiences and cultural messages.

Pastors from across the synod will facilitate these conversations, with the understanding that we will take our time to create better dialogue to strengthen our congregations, our Synod, and the ELCA.

Anyone in the synod is invited to participate, though to have a thoughtful dialog, registration is limited to 60 people.

Conversation Dates: August 11, September 8, October 13, and November 10, 2020.

Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.