A Neighborhood Responds to War
A group of neighborhood residents and churches have come together to plan a “Gathering For Peace Potluck.” On Wednesday, April 23 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Franklin Circle Christian Church, 1688 Fulton Rd. (near W. 28th St.) individuals and families are invited to gather for a meal and activities designed to bring healing and hope to the community.
In addition to the shared meal, there will be craft activities for children, youth, and adults including the folding of paper cranes. Jakkia Boyd, a storyteller will perform, as will Kwaw Steven Boyd, a drummer.
Central to the evening will be the creation of a Milagro, a Latin American cultural tradition used to ask for a quick recovery of a sick person or a good future for children. This milagro exhibit will call for the healing of our world from a time of war and for a peaceful future for our children. Persons attending are invited to bring a photo, a small treasure, or a written goal or desire for our future to add to the milagro.
As part of the evening, a “penny collection” will be received to raise money for UNICEF, the children’s relief arm of the United Nations. In addition, there will be singing and the reading of children’s books about peace.
Primary organizers include Molly Carrion and the Rev. Allen V. Harris. For more information, or to RSVP, call 216-781-8232 or 216-281-9151.