Please feel free join us at Newfane Church on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 7pm as we launch our series of Courageous Conversations, beginning with a discussion on Christian nationalism.
For this initial conversation, we're thrilled to be joined by Dr. Erica M. Ramirez, Director of the Center for the Study of Theological Expression at Auburn Theological Seminary. Dr. Ramirez's research explores how reactionary forms of religion, especially within Christianity, both support and undermine democratic flourishing. She holds her PhD in sociology of religion from Drew University and was recently named one of "15 up-and-coming faith influencers" by the Religion News Service.
As mentioned, this will be the first in a series of monthly discussions we're launching called Courageous Conversations. Through these conversations we seek to create a regular space in which to engage folks in our area on a range of pertinent questions facing our country and community. Each month we'll tackle a different topic in the hope of creating opportunities to face hard, uncomfortable, high-stakes questions, together, in healthy, generative ways that stoke our curiosity, illumine our perspectives, and make space for real difference.
You can RSVP for the event by emailing me directly at matt@newfane.church. Attendance is free but space is limited. Masking is strongly encouraged, and masks will be available at the door. An elevator and a chair lift are available. The event will be recorded and accessible on the Church site.