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Community Prayer Gathering for Racial Justice

Community Prayer Gathering for Racial Justice

Join community members on the steps of Sewickley United Methodist Church on February 25th at 7:00 pm to lament racial injustice, heal our differences, repent of our own complicity, reconcile with those who are different from us, hope for a brighter future, and liberate ourselves from the shackles of racism.

Community Prayer Gathering: Black Lives Matter

Community Prayer Gathering: Black Lives Matter

On February 25th we will gather from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, starting on the front lawn for a time of communal prayer and then transitioning into the Simpson Room for refreshments and further conversation about how we can engage in Anti-Racism work.

Trip to the National Museum of African American History and Culture

Trip to the National Museum of African American History and Culture

The First United Methodist Church and Warren United Methodist Church Wrestling with Racism Team, along with the Pittsburgh District Anti-Racism Team, have been planning a trip to Washington, D.C. to the National Museum of African American History and Culture on March 29th, 2025.

Juneteenth Festival

Juneteenth Festival

The Sewickley Community Center will host a Juneteenth Festival on June 17 from noon to 5pm.

Foundations of Anti-Racism

Foundations of Anti-Racism

Join the Pittsburgh District Anti-Racism Team in a discussion-based study on how racism impacts our daily lives and what we can do to promote equity in our communities.

Pittsburgh District Antiracism Team

Pittsburgh District Antiracism Team

The Pittsburgh District Antiracism Team has several upcoming events that are open to everyone. If you are interested in learning more about any of these events, please contact Susie Moffett, a member of the antiracism team.

Antiracism Summit

Antiracism Summit

The Western Pennsylvania Conference Commission on Race and Religion invites you to register for the October 20 – 22 WPA Antiracism Summit – “Towards an Anti-Racist Church: The Intersection of Faith and Race.”

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

On May 21 from 6-8 pm at Mt. Lebanon UMC, Dr. Angelica Perez-Johnson, chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer for the Community College of Allegheny County, will lead a workshop about how to implement equity audits and act on the results.

MLK Events In Pittsburgh

MLK Events In Pittsburgh

It is good to celebrate and remember the work Martin Luther King Jr. achieved. Here is a list of ways to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

“White Awake” Book Study Via Zoom

“White Awake” Book Study Via Zoom

Join the book study of "White Awake: An honest look at what it means to be white" by Daniel Hill, sponsored by the WPA Commission on Religion and Race.

“But I’m Not Racist… Am I?”

“But I’m Not Racist… Am I?”

Come join us for a 4-session video & discussion series this fall at SUMC. Together, in a safe environment, we’ll broaden our understanding of what racism is and how it affects all of our lives. We’ll examine the ins & outs of
white privilege: what it is, where it comes from, and who benefits from it.

Challenging the School to Prison Pipeline

Challenging the School to Prison Pipeline

Saturday, October 9, 9am-4pm (8:30am Registration & Breakfast) at Christ United Methodist Church. Advanced registration is required; deadline Monday, October 4.

Pittsburgh Juneteenth Parade

Pittsburgh Juneteenth Parade

The Wrestling with Racism Team of Warren and First United Methodist Churches invites those who might be interested in participating in the Juneteenth Parade on Saturday, June 26th, to join us.

“Being an Anti-Racist” Seminar

“Being an Anti-Racist” Seminar

This is for those who have participated in a number of studies about racism, who want to deepen their antiracism journey, who want to engage in antiracist action steps, and who are willing to commit to the significant amount of time this work requires.