Info on Training and Resources on Restorative Justice in MN from Minnesota Peacebuilding Leadership Institute and Restorative Justice Community Action

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The Minnesota Multifaith Network (MnMN) in partnership with the Jay Phillips Center for Interreligious Studies at the University of St. Thomas is conducting a joint Multifaith Leadership Training. Participants will be non-students from Minnesota to join student Interfaith Fellows from St. Thomas and other Minnesota colleges. Eligibility: Persons under the age of 35 interested in developing transferable dialogue skills for leadership and for strengthening multifaith relations in the broader community. No prior experience is expected. Time Commitment: The seminar meets six times by Zoom for 75 minutes approximately every other week during September to November, 2024. Days and times of sessions will be determined based on availability of participants. The program concludes with an in-person public workshop in the spring of 2025. The workshop will involve local scholars, experts, trainers, and leaders. Content: Topics include dialogue, interfaith dialogue, identity, key tools of dialogical communication, the righting reflex and motivational interviewing, courage and vulnerability for leadership, and empathy in religiously diverse contexts (e.g., DEI, workplace, public life). Topics subject to change. Stipend: Accepted participants receive an all-inclusive honorarium ($400 each) to put towards attending the six online sessions and travel/lodging for the in-person workshop. Apply by May 15, 2024 To apply, completer and submit the application form: Multifaith Leadership Training Application To indicate interest or get more information, contact Jen Kilps, MnMN Network Executive at jkilps@mnmultifaith.org Applications will be accepted until May 15, 2024

The workshop convened on March 3rd at St. Olaf College, featuring a keynote dialogue between Rabbi Dr. Rachel S. Mikva and Professor Najeeba Syeed

Save the date for the 2nd Annual St. Peter Festival of Nations! Brought to you by the Saint Peter Good Neighbor Diversity Council and community partners. Johnson Hall and Nicollet County Fairgrounds for both indoor and outdoor festivities. All are welcome, always. Stay tuned for all the details, performances, foods, arts, music, vendors, international fair, and more! Saturday, May 18, 1:00 - 7:00 pm, 400 Union St, St Peter, MN 56082 Learn more here!

The benefits of meditative practices have been intuited for millennia, but now science has clearly observed the connection between mental wellness and curious self-awareness. The practice of mindfulness is now mainstream, and we're beginning to ask deeper questions about what it really is, and about what it might be able to show us: What is the relationship between our mental health and our spirituality? What do words like compassion and wisdom mean for me in this age of anxiety? How are qualities like resiliency, courage, clarity, and kindness made available to us? In this program, Busshō Lahn draws upon insights from the Zen Buddhist tradition to address possible approaches to these questions based on his new book, Singing and Dancing Are the Voice of the Law (2022). Tuesday, March 19, 12:00 - 1:10 pm, Iverson Center for Faith, Schoenecker Multipurpose Room C (LL16C) University of St. Thomas, St. Paul campus Learn more here!

Learning and conversation with the Islamic Resource Group and friends of the Saint Peter Good Neighbor Diversity Council. All are welcome! Free welcome meal at 6pm, presentation with Q&A at 7pm What does Islam teach? What do Muslims practice? Differences between religion and culture. Terminology. Demographics. Beliefs and practices of Muslims including important religious celebrations. An excellent opportunity to dialogue with St. Peter neighbors who practice Islam, to increase understanding, build awareness, ask questions, and make new connections. Thursday, March 7, 7:00 pm, St. Peter Community Center, 600 S 5th St, Room 219 aka Senior Ctr, St Peter, MN 56082 Learn more here!

Join Luther Seminary on February 27, 2024, for an evening with ecologist and lay theologian Rick Lindroth. Professor Lindroth will deliver the 2024 Rutlen Lecture on Faith and Creation, “Science, Truth, and Christian Faith in a Time of Eco-Crisis.” The ecological polycrisis confronting the world today is unparalleled in human history and threatens to unravel, within decades, the very fabric of civilization. Long battered by the “dominion” theology of Christianity, the global environment has suffered further in recent decades because of entrapment in a vortex of science denialism, political polarization, and cultural tribalism. Nonetheless, as a faith system committed to truth, hope, and unity across cultural divides, Christianity also provides a path forward. Rick Lindroth argues for a re-wilding of the Christian ethic of creation care—one that promotes enchantment, connection, reciprocity, and justice—for the betterment of humanity and flourishing of the living world. This event is free and open to the public, with no registration required. The lecture will be livestreamed via YouTube for those unable to attend in person. Rutlen Lecture on Faith and Creation with Rick Lindroth Tuesday, February 27, 2024 7 p.m. Location: Chapel of the Incarnation, Olson Campus Center 1490 Fulham Street, St. Paul, MN 55108 Learn more here!

Come and celebrate the Easter season with this beautiful oratorio. The music depicts the last days of the life of Jesus Christ told through the experiences of those who witnessed them – those He knew and loved. Featuring 13 soloists, orchestra, and full choir. The concert will be held at the Benson Great Hall. Invite your friends and don’t miss this beloved community tradition! For ages 8 and up. Tickets for reserved seating are $16 in advance or at the event. Doors open at 7 PM. “Rush” seating begins at 7:15 PM for any remaining seats, at $5 per seat. Live Stream tickets are $6 and available for the Saturday, March 16th performance. TICKETS- FRI MAR 15 TICKETS- SAT MAR 16 Learn more here!

Building on the success of last year, we're going for round two ~ Join us for a full day of amazing organizing at the MN Capitol! This is the big day! The event will include training, visits with legislators, a march & rally in the rotunda to advance the movement around Climate Justice & Indigenous Rights. More information about this event will be coming soon. Please RSVP so we can make the most of this opportunity to advance the movement around Indigenous Rights & Climate Justice during the 2024 Legislative Session! Let us know in the form if you have any interest in volunteering. Note: Your address information will help us organize attendees by districts - we cannot guarantee meetings with all legislators, but will do our best! Thank you for helping us streamline this. WHEN March 12, 2024 at 9:00am - 4pm WHERE Minnesota State Capitol 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Saint Paul, MN 55155 Google map and directions Register here!