The Social Justice Team is sponsoring Poets in Resistance, a public reading and rally on Friday, March 10, 2017 at 7 pm. Patrick Murfin will host an evening with accomplished poets from around the region, including members of Tree of Life. A variety of voices will share original work in a range of genres and … Continue reading Poets in Resistance
Are you as excited at these two for our next President? Are you concerned about the hateful rhetoric and resulting violence against Muslims, Latinos, and the LGBTQ community? Let’s take that concern and begin the work of healing our world. Join us Saturday January 28, 2017 at 7:00pm for the Justice for All Ball!!!! Family … Continue reading Justice for All Ball
What is Hydraulic Fracturing, “Fracking”? When Josh Fox was offered $100,000 to frack his land he went on a nationwide quest for answers. His inquiries resulted in an eye opening film, GASLAND. Can you light your water on fire? Your Green Sanctuary Committee will be showing this film with open discussion and comments to follow, … Continue reading Green Sanctuary presents Gasland the movie
Pete Seeger calls him “some kind of a magician”. Jim is a composer and musical activist. For more than three decades, Jim Scott has made it his business to create and perform music that celebrates the earth. His songs and poetry have inspired and educated audiences around the world. He has developed presentations for every … Continue reading Jim Scott in Concert October 28, 2016
Sunday June 12, 2016 10:45am Please join the AIM Committee and Intern Minister Michelle Lattanzio as we explore the role of faith communities in building “Bridges to Hope.” In this service, we will examine the ways in which our faith can help hold people dealing with mental illness and their families and friends in grace … Continue reading Bridge to Hope (AIM)
COMPASSION FOR CAMPERS The end of the PADS nightly shelter season is rapidly approaching. Once again Tree of Life will be hosting Monday picnics for our camping friends. Our first picnic will be held May 9th at the PADS headquarters on Kishwaukee Valley Rd in Woodstock. This season, Judy Mullen will be assisting me with … Continue reading Social Justice at Tree of Life
Vigil to Protest Police Brutality This Saturday, December 13, many UU congregations will be participating in demonstrations and vigils to protest police brutality. Please join other Tree of Life members and friends in protest this Saturday from 12:30-1:30. We will be standing on a corner of Bull Valley and Crystal Lake Road. Because parking might … Continue reading Protest Police Violence
