Yemen Today: Who Suffers in a State of Siege? Kathy Kelly, Voices for Creative Nonviolence

 

Please join us online ICUJP Friday Forum September 18, 7:30-9:30 am Pacific   Yemen Today: Who Suffers in a State of Siege? Kathy Kelly, Voices for Creative Nonviolence Join videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88105613961 Call in by phone: +1 (669) 900-6833* Meeting ID: 881 0561 3961 WE ARE MANY Mon. 9/21, 5 pm PT ICUJP is supporting the North American online premiere of this film on the 2003 anti-Iraq War protests, the largest in history! With Noam Chomsky, Hans Blix, Danny Glover, Rev. Jesse Jackson and many more. $12; $7 students/seniors. We get 40% of ticket sales we generate. Learn more and buy tickets with this link. Thank you! *Meeting controls for call-in attendees: To mute/unmute yourself: *6 To raise hand: *9 Yemenis are enduring a torrent of suffering in a time of siege. Kathy Kelly will discuss U.S. complicity with the Saudi-led Coalition’s war against Yemen and prospects for “veto-proof” legislation demanding an end to U.S. weapon sales to Saudi Arabia and its allies. Kathy Kelly has lived among communities attacked by U.S. manufactured weapons during wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, Gaza, Lebanon, Bosnia and  Nicaragua. She and her companions in Voices for Creative Nonviolence call on the U.S. to end all military and economic wars. ----- Start your morning with us! Reflection: Stephen Fiske Facilitator: Louis Chase Zoom host: Michael Novick * Link to this week's agenda. *   ** Meetings begin promptly at 7:30 am Pacific. ** ----- Here's how to join the online meeting: To participate by video conference, you'll need to first download the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device. When you log in, you'll then enter the Meeting ID number. The video conference will allow you to see slides and video, as well as speakers and other attendees. If you prefer to join by phone, you'll be prompted to enter the Meeting ID number. You won't be able to see the visuals during the presentation, but you can view them on the meeting video recording afterward.  If you're new to Zoom and would like to use the video option, we recommend you download the app well ahead of time. ICUJP Friday Forum 9/18 Time: 07:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Option 1: Join Zoom Video Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88105613961 Meeting ID: 881 0561 3961 Option 2: Dial in by phone only: +1 (669) 900-6833 US (California) Meeting ID: 881 0561 3961 (To find a dial-in number closer to you, go here.) ----- Please note: Our Friday Forums and other events are open to the public. By attending, you consent to having your voice and likeness recorded, photographed, posted on ICUJP's website and social media, and included in ICUJP materials and publications for noncommercial purposes. If you don't want to be photographed or recorded, please let the facilitator know. UPCOMING EVENTS WED, OCT 7, 10:00 am PT: 10th Annual Desmond Tutu Peace Lecture. Focusing on climate justice, the online event features activists Vanessa Nakate and Greta Thunberg. Register and send the Archbishop birthday greetings on the event web page. FRIDAY FORUMS SEPT 25: Peace Camp 2020 - Susan Stouffer, SoLa Community Peace Center Passing the Virtual Bucket We can't pass the green donation bucket in person, but ICUJP still needs your support. Please give as generously as you can: • On our donation page. You can also set up recurring gifts by credit card or bank transfer! • Or use the Give+ app for iPhone or Android • Or text a gift amount to 323-701-1467 Thank you! You are receiving this email because you are a part of the ICUJP Mailing List. You cannot reply to everyone through this email. If you wish to send something to the entire discuss list, email: icujp-discuss-list@googlegroups.com. Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace http://www.icujp.org/     Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace · 3300 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, United States This email was sent to interfaithquaker@aol.com. To stop receiving emails, click here. You can also keep up with Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace on Twitter or Facebook.

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Celebrating Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace (ICUJP)

ICUJP was founded as an interfaith peace and justice group after 9/11 and is celebrating its 19th year today at 5:00 pm with an inspiring Zoom event (see https://laquaker.blogspot.com/2020/09/celebrate-2020-george-f-regas.html). I have been a proud member of ICUJP for over 15 years and have served on the board for much of that time. I consider ICUJP to be my spiritual home, and all of you are my spiritual family.  You are some of the most committed social justice and peace advocates I have ever known. Each week I am inspired, challenged, and energized not only by excellent speakers but also by your probing questions and thoughtful responses. I want to share a few cherished memories: first, I will never forget getting arrested with George Regas, intrepid rector emeritus of All Saints, Pasadena; Shakeel Syed, former executive director of the Islamic Shura Council of So Cal (and a groomsman at my wedding); Ralph Fertig, former freedom rider and colleague of MLK; Friar Tom, a flamboyant Catholic priest; Father Chris Ponnett of Pax Christi, and a man named Jon Krampner who I  found out had written the definitive history of peanut butter. Spending the afternoon in jail with this fascinating crowd of witnesses was a real privilege and joy. I am also grateful for being part of NCAT’s anti-torture campaign, and for demonstrating in the Guantanamo protest each year. (Led by our friend, the peanut butter maven.) A Cuban Quaker told us that she’d seen pictures of Los Angeles protesters in orange jump suits protesting the horrific conditions at Guantanamo, and she was overjoyed when I said, “That would be me!” I cherish the memory of going with Sister Pat Krommer to visit a Muslim unjustly incarcerated at Terminal Island and feel privileged to be part of a group that stands up for the rights of political prisoners. Our ICUJP bus trip to Adelanto led to my becoming a regular visitor as well as an advocate for immigrants in detention. Finally, I am grateful for the countless lobby visits we have done together along with our many vigils. I dearly miss our bagels and coffee, but I am happy that we continue to let our light shine in spite of the pandemic. During times of darkness, we at ICUJP have been a unwavering beacon of light. Thank God that light of justice and peace, truth and love, can never be extinguished! 

MHCH Advocacy 101: How to help end homelessness and transform our city

 

You are invited to our Monthly Housing Justice Educational Forum, sponsored by Making Housing and Community Happen (MHCH). MHCH’s efforts have helped create over a thousand units of affordable housing and over 135 units of permanent supportive housing for those who are unhoused. Join us as we learn from experienced advocates how a faith-rooted approach can help end homelessness and transform our city through decent and affordable housing. Come and learn skills needed to engage our elected officials to make housing and homelessness a priority during this time of economic downturn and pandemic.

 

When: Sep 22, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpduusrTIsGNTUxoa5uRHGIEwnWsRPbyDe

Rev. Dr. Alexia Salvatierra is the author with Dr. Peter Heltzel of Faith-Rooted Organizing: Mobilizing the Church in Service to the World (Intervarsity Press) and the founder of the Faith-Rooted Organizing UnNetwork. She is a Lutheran Pastor with over 40 years of experience in community ministry, including church- based service and community development programs, congregational and community organizing, and legislative advocacy. She has been a national leader in the areas of working poverty and immigration for over 20 years. Alexia received her doctoral degree in Intercultural Studies from Fuller Seminary and currently serves as Assistant Professor of Integral Mission and Global Transformation at Fuller.

 

Dr. Anthony Manousos is a Quaker peace activist, retired college professor, and co-founder of MHCH along with his wife Jill Shook (whose book Making Housing Happen: Faith-Based Affordable Housing Models he helped to edit). He currently chairs MHCH’s Affordable/Supportive Housing Advocates (ASHA) and successfully led a campaign to convince the Pasadena City Council to approve 69 units of permanent sup- portive housing for seniors at Heritage Square South. Anthony serves on the board of a national Quaker lobby called Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL.org) and organizes lobby visits both locally and in DC. He has authored/edited seven books and his many articles have appeared in Quaker and professional journals. He blogs about peace, justice and spirituality at laquaker.blogspot.com

 

 

 

 

Celebrate the 2020 George F. Regas Courageous Peacemaker Awardees and the Rev. George Regas' 90th Birthday!

 

Celebrate the 2020 George F. Regas Courageous Peacemaker Awardees and the Rev. George Regas' 90th Birthday!    Join us online: Friday, September 11 5:00-6:15 pm Pacific Time Free and open to all REGISTER NOW Dear Anthony, ICUJP exists because of an extraordinary peace advocate - the Rev. George F. Regas. In the days after 9/11, he called together Buddhist, Christian, Islamic, Jewish, Quaker and other faith leaders and activists to oppose the forces pressing for war and its devastating consequences. Nineteen years after 9/11, the struggle for justice and peace goes on. So it's a fitting time for ICUJP to recognize those who, in the spirit of Rev. Regas, continue to oppose the tragic folly of endless war and violence at home and worldwide.  We're excited to announce the 2020 George F. Regas Courageous Peacemaker Award recipients: For Justice: Black Lives Matter - Los Angeles For Peace: The Most Rev. Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus of Cape Town, South Africa Jewish Voice for Peace World BEYOND War We're also delighted to use this occasion to celebrate Rev. Regas' upcoming 90th birthday on Oct. 1! 🎂🎉🎁🎈🌟💕 You are warmly invited to a special online program honoring the award recipients and celebrating Rev. Regas' milestone. The event will include live music, video presentations, and appearances by Rev. Regas and other special guests. To RSVP, please visit the event registration page.  We look forward to your joining us and celebrating the 2020 Courageous Peacemaker Award recipients and Rev. Regas! Warmly, Stephen Rohde, Chair Grace Dyrness, Vice Chair ICUJP   Please assist ICUJP in fulfilling its mission: Religious Communities Must Stop Blessing War and Violence   You are receiving this email because you are a part of the ICUJP Mailing List. You cannot reply to everyone through this email. If you wish to send something to the entire discuss list, email: icujp-discuss-list@googlegroups.com. Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace http://www.icujp.org/     Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace · 3300 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, United States This email was sent to interfaithquaker@aol.com. To stop receiving emails, click here. You can also keep up with Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace on Twitter or Facebook.