Stations of Hope: A Thursdays in Black Journey Against Violence

Join us this Lent for a powerful journey of reflection and solidarity.

In this six-week series, we will walk the Stations of Hope, drawing on the ancient tradition of the Stations of the Cross while reflecting on themes of injustice, resilience, compassion, and hope. Guided by scripture, prayer, and song, we stand in solidarity with survivors of gender-based violence and renew our commitment to work for justice and peace.

Each week highlights a different theme – The Burden of Injustice, Support, and Compassion, Acts of Kindness and Solidarity, Vulnerability and Wounds, Hope and Resurrection, and Love and Service—inviting us to connect our faith with action. This series is part of the global Thursdays in Black movement, which calls for a world free from rape and violence.

📅 Dates: Thursdays, March 6 – April 17, 4:30 PM, EST

📍 Location: Zoom – we will email the link to everyone before the event. No need to register.

🎵 Each session includes: Scripture, a brief reflection, and a hymn

Join us as we reflect, pray, and take action together in hope and love.

Week 1:  The Burden of Injustice (March 6)

Week 2:  Support and Compassion (March 13)

Week 3:  Acts of Kindness and Solidarity (March 20)

Week 4:  Vulnerability and Wounds (March 27)

Week 5:  Hope and Perseverance (April 3)

Week 6:  Community and Restorations (April 10)

Week 7:  Love and Service:  A Maundy Thursday Reflection – April 17

Human Trafficking Egregious Exploitation in Our Midst

A Two-Hour Presentation on Zoom
Yvonne O’Neal, Presenter
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Start Times: 10am PST / 11am MST / 12pm CST / 1pm EST

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Human trafficking is pervasive, with millions of vulnerable individuals around the world being exploited. The scale of human trafficking is horrifying. It occurs not only in distant regions but also in every state In the United States, within our communities and neighborhoods. Learn More

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