Seven Straight Nights – Sept. 14-20 in Modesto
August 31st, 2008
Seven Straight Nights for Equal Rights
Date: September 14th – 20th, 2008
Time: 7:15 – 8:30 p.m.
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A week-long series of events to foster dialogue and education within our faith communities and the broader community in support of fundamental freedoms for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.
Evening Themes
Marriage Matters – The freedom to marry is essential in society
Sunday, September 14, First United Methodist Church
850 16th Street, Modesto
Taming the Texts of Terror – a Rabbi and a Pastor explore key biblical passages for what they really say
Monday, September 15, Congregation Beth Shalom
1705 Sherwood Avenue, Modesto
Faith, Fairness & Freedom – Religious leaders discuss the call of the faith community to stand for fairness and equality for all members of society
Tuesday, September 16, College Avenue United Church of Christ
1341 College Avenue, Modesto
That’s so gay! A game show – youth are especially invited this evening to hear from lgbt youth
Wednesday, September 17, College Avenue United Church of Christ
1341 College Avenue, Modesto
Becoming Allies & Advocates – how to talk to friends, neighbors, and strangers about the fundamental freedom to marry
Thursday, September 18, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stanislaus County
2172 Kiernan Avenue, Modesto
“For the Bible Tells Me So” – Screening of this award winning documentary film
Friday, September 19, Modesto Church of the Brethren
2301 Woodland Avenue, Modesto
Building Partnerships – Learn about the role and resources of our local center
Saturday, September 20, Stanislaus PRIDE Center
201 Needham Street (in the Great Valley Center), Modesto
Events are planned and sponsored by College Avenue United Church of Christ, Congregation Beth Shalom, First United Methodist Church, Modesto Church of the Brethren, Stanislaus PRIDE Center, and Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stanislaus County. Nationally, Seven Straight Nights is sponsored by Atticus Circle and Soulforce. For more information visit www.sevenstraightnights.org
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