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Documentary: A scene from the film Love Free or Die
A 2012 Sundance Film Festival Nominee, this documentary explores the personal story of Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay Bishop in Christendom. Learn more about the film by visiting the “Love, Free or Die” Web site by clicking here. This film is directed by Macky Alston, Senior Director of Auburn Media. Go to the Love Free or Die Web site by clicking here. To learn more about Auburn Media click here and to learn more about Auburn’s commitment to troubling the waters and healing the world click here.
Posted January 11, 2012 | 776 Comments
Religious Leader: Bishop Gene Robinson
Voted one of Wall Street Journal's 'Top 10 Documentaries to Watch' at last week's Sundance Film Festival, “Love Free or Die” explores the personal story of Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay Bishop in Christendom. Learn more about the film by visiting the “Love Free or Die” website by clicking here. This film is directed by Macky Alston, Senior Director of Auburn Media. To learn more about Auburn Media click here and to learn more about Auburn’s commitment to troubling the waters and healing the world click here.
Posted January 11, 2012 | 332 Comments
Religious Leader: Rev. Ryan Bell
Hollywood Adventist Church Senior Pastor Rev. Bell speaks about why his church is divesting from Bank of America. All around the country, a growing number of churches, mosques and synagogues are switching bank accounts. They’re withdrawing millions of dollars out of big banks, like Bank of America and Wells Fargo, and putting their money into community banks and credit unions. Click here to listen to the full interview on Interfaith Voices. Learn more about Rev. Bell's church by clicking here and to learn more about the PICO National Network click here.
Posted January 10, 2012 | 32 Comments
Peace is Possible 2010: I Make Peace Possible
As news around the globe builds in urgency, the time is now to bridge religious divides. Auburn’s Face to Face participants share their hope to make peace possible. Since 2001, Face to Face | Faith to Faith has brought together hundreds of Christian, Jewish and Muslim teenagers from Northern Ireland, the Middle East, South Africa, and the U.S. to develop a new generation of leaders able to negotiate a multifaith global society. Click here to learn more.
Posted January 9, 2012 | 23 Comments
Religious Leader: Rev. Scott Anderson
This month the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) ordained Scott Anderson as the first openly gay pastor under the new ordination guidelines that went into effect in July. This past week millions of Americans wore purple in support of Spirit Day as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth and to speak out against bullying. For Auburn LGBT resources click here.
Posted October 19, 2011 | 5 Comments
Religious Leader: Rev. Peter Gomes
Auburn remembers Rev. Peter Gomes, a prominent voice for justice and LGBT issues. A Harvard minister and popular author, click play to listen to a humorous podcast excerpt of Rev. Gomes from the 2009 Gay Christian Network. For more Auburn resources on religion and justice click here and for more resources on LGBT issues click here.
Posted March 1, 2011 | 5 Comments
Religious Leader: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
This week the nation celebrates the life and legacy and MLK Jr. Let this speech be a source of strength to your work to pursue justice and reach for the promised land that King speaks of. Click here to learn more about Groundswell, Auburn’s new multifaith movement for justice that transcends partisan politics. Groundswell generates open-source social action campaigns that unite people from all walks of life around shared moral imperatives.
Posted January 13, 2011 | 122 Comments
Religious Leader: Gabriela Rivera
Activist Gabriela Rivera has made a New Year’s Resolution to enact Immigration Reform and build a more welcoming community. Be a part of this campaign and make your New Year’s Resolution to make a difference in this critical issue. Click here to learn more about Auburn’s commitment to immigration reform. Click here to learn how you can make your New Year’s Resolution.
Posted December 1, 2010 | 1 Comment
Religious Leader: Mark Adams
Rev. Mark Adams has made a New Year’s Resolution to enact Immigration Reform and build a more welcoming community. Be a part of this campaign and make your New Year’s Resolution to make a difference in this critical issue. Click here to learn more about Auburn’s commitment to immigration reform. Click here to learn how you can make your New Year’s Resolution
Posted December 1, 2010 | 144 Comments
Religious Leader: John Fife
Rev. John Fife has made a New Year’s Resolution to enact Immigration Reform and build a more welcoming community. Be a part of this campaign and make your New Year’s Resolution to make a difference in this critical issue. Click here to learn more about Auburn’s commitment to immigration reform. Click here to learn how you can make your New Year’s Resolution.
Posted December 1, 2010 | 0 Comment
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