Trinity Offers Reconciliation in Preparation of Saturday Rally
Community connections celebrated through art and service on the beach
In the wake of the Charlottesville tragedy and with the threat of additional extremist rallies scheduled, Trinity Episcopal Church is reminding the public that its doors are open to anyone seeking to connect with a community committed to peace and reconciliation, Rev. Michael Way said in a written statement.
“It is especially important during turbulent times, nationally and internationally, to focus on the healing power of ordinary events within local communities,” Way, Rector of Trinity Church, said.
Thousands of protesters and counter protesters are expected to attend the right-wing “free speech” assembly from noon to 2 p.m. at Boston Common.
“On Saturday, we are celebrating our community connections with a service on the beach and we welcome all to join us,” Way said. “This Saturday will be especially life affirming because we are rejoicing by performing an ocean baptism of a baby who is being welcomed into our congregation.”
Trinity Church has an ongoing commitment to promoting human rights and social justice through its food justice ministry, sanctuary assistance for immigrants, and advocacy for LGBTQ and youth in the area whose rates of homelessness and suicide are disproportionately high, Way said.
Currently, the church is presenting an exhibition of art works specially created to raise awareness of a variety of demanding issues including racism, poverty, and discrimination. Entitled Activism And The Arts, the aim of the exhibition is to inspire and encourage viewers into understanding that each of us can develop into agents of change within the spheres of our everyday lives and, therefore, help make steps toward alleviating ongoing social issues, Way said.
Activism And The Arts features visual artists Marilyn Baldi, Merry Brennan, Shekira Farrell, Buren Gilpin, Alexandra Martin, Ellen Martin, Rosa Lee McNair [Sister Isis], Donna Mechura, Tony Migliaccio, Bill Ross, Christina Sanes, Sandy Taylor, Joe Villa, Mary Ann Vitiello, and Joan Wallace. The show will remain on display through Sept. 5. Viewing hours are 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday or by appointment.
Trinity Episcopalian Church is located at 508 Asbury Avenue. For more information, call 732-775-5084 or visit their website.
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