June is recognized as Gun Violence Awareness Month, and people are encouraged to wear orange to raise awareness. Orange pins and ribbons are available in the narthex for anyone who wishes to wear them.
The Episcopal Diocese of NC is hosting two events for those who wish to learn more about–and engage with–the issues surrounding gun violence in America.
BOOK STUDY Thursdays beginning June 4, 12-1 p.m. on Zoom
The diocesan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force is hosting a diocesan-wide book study of God and Guns: The Bible Against American Gun Culture (C.L. Crouch and Christopher B. Hays). A collection of essays from noted scholars, the book looks at gun culture from a biblical studies perspective. Register here.
GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION CONVERSATION SERIES: TOWN HALL
In the latest installment of its Conversation Series, the diocesan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force invites you to join them on Zoom for an evening of updates on the task force’s work, areas of focus for the future–including legislation and advocacy, health-related concerns, and church safety–and answers to your questions. Register here.