South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC)

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South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC)'s Courageous Conversations over Coffee- Growing in Spirituality in the Midst of COVID-19: An interfaith Dialogue Braver Angels: Uniting red and blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America When: Friday, Feb. 5, 3pm Featured Guest: Randy Lioz Braver Angels’ Sr. Operations Manager and California State Coordinator... There is evidence to suggest that America is now as polarized as we have been since the Civil War. We are in what some are calling a cold civil war right at the moment when a spreading pandemic, vast economic trouble, and other national and global challenges call upon us to support each other like never before. Join us as we have a conversation with Randy Lioz of Braver Angels about their mission to restore and to heal the wounds between left and right. Please register for the event using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZwkd-2qqT8uGdDKoWM0fed0IZo4lp7Fc ! All are welcome! Please join us! See more

When Jesus taught the people how to pray, he told them to ask God to "Give us this day our daily bread." The work that grocery workers perform every day is a sacred act. Without it, God cannot work in the world. The Quran declares, "Woe unto the exploiters, who, when they collect [labor] from others, they demand it in full, and when they measure for them [pay wages], they stint. Do they not think they will be resurrected unto a tremendous day?" We call on Krogers and all gr...ocers to pay a living wage and not to retaliate against workers. Please sign the petition below and feel free to comment with your faith community's beliefs regarding wage theft and workers' rights. https://actionnetwork.org//shame-on-kroger-keep-long-bea/

The SCIC commends our fellow interfaith partner, Rev. Jane Gould for speaking out on behalf of Long Bech grocery workers. We call upon our communities to lend likewise support to those who have helped put food on our tables through the pandemic. "'Two weeks ago, with the strong support of community and religious leaders, the Long Beach City Council voted unanimously to reinstate Hero Pay to acknowledge the sacrificial commitment of our essential Grocery workers. As Rector o...f St. Luke’s/ San Lucas Episcopal Church in Long Beach, I know that my parishioners and our neighbors who work in grocery stores have shouldered more risk than most during the pandemic while the Grocery industry itself has benefited with record profits due to more people eating at home. It is unconscionable that instead of rewarding the sacrificial commitment of their employees, Ralphs and Food 4 Less would respond with litigation and retaliation against our Long Beach heroes who serve the rest of us every day,' said Rev. Jane Gould." https://ufcw324.org/ufcw324pressrelease/ #longbeach #essentialworkers #groceryworkers #krogers #pandemic

The slight but strong truck driver stayed with each body until it was lowered into the ground. He would then climb down to ensure the deceased lay on his or her right side, facing toward Mecca, to await the Day of Resurrection. Afterward, Alshilleh emerged to deal with the living. He broke up arguments, offered gravesite prayers, did whatever grieving families asked of him. He never charged for his services, relying only on donations. In many cases, he’d pool those funds to pay for the funerals of strangers, Muslims and not.

NATIVE WISDOM: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm Register here: NATIVE WISDOM: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0oce-hrjMuGNfbCFgei9ax5iifs-K3z... The South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC) believes in the inherent worth of every community. During this time when we face challenges like civil unrest and the degradation of our planet, we can learn from the wisdom of the people who are native to this land. Thus, the SCIC invites you to: Native Wisdom: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm During this special program, the SCIC community will enjoy teachings from Sister Tina Calderon of the Gabrielino Tongva and Ventureño Chumash Nations, accompanied by Chief "Eagle Warrior" Daniel Ramos of the Choctaw Muskogee Yamassee Nation. You’re invited to learn with us as we bring our hearts, minds and spirits together. The first half of the program will be teachings; in the second half we will interact in small groups. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0oce-hrjMuGNfbCFgei9ax5iifs-K3z The South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC) believes in the inherent worth of every community. During this time when we face challenges like civil unrest and the degradation of our planet, we can learn from the wisdom of the people who are native to this land. Thus, the SCIC invites you to: Native Wisdom: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm During this special program, the SCIC community will enjoy teachings from Sister Tina Calderon of the Gabrielino Tongva and Ventureño Chumash Nations, accompanied by Chief "Eagle Warrior" Daniel Ramos of the Choctaw Muskogee Yamassee Nation. You’re invited to learn with us as we bring our hearts, minds and spirits together. The first half of the program will be teachings; in the second half we will interact in small groups. Register here: NATIVE WISDOM: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0oce-hrjMuGNfbCFgei9ax5iifs-K3z The South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC) believes in the inherent worth of every community. During this time when we face challenges like civil unrest and the degradation of our planet, we can learn from the wisdom of the people who are native to this land. Thus, the SCIC invites you to: Native Wisdom: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm During this special program, the SCIC community will enjoy teachings from Sister Tina Calderon of the Gabrielino Tongva and Ventureño Chumash Nations, accompanied by Chief "Eagle Warrior" Daniel Ramos of the Choctaw Muskogee Yamassee Nation. You’re invited to learn with us as we bring our hearts, minds and spirits together. The first half of the program will be teachings; in the second half we will interact in small groups. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0oce-hrjMuGNfbCFgei9ax5iifs-K3z

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Save the Date: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm The South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC) believes in the inherent worth of every community. During this time when we face challenges like civil unrest and the degradation of our planet, we can learn from the wisdom of the people who are native to this land. Thus, the SCIC invites you to: Save the Date: Sunday, November 15th, 3-5 pm... During this special program, the SCIC community will enjoy teachings from Sister Tina Calderon of the Gabrielino Tongva and Ventureño Chumash Nations, accompanied by Chief "Eagle Warrior" Daniel Ramos of the Choctaw Muskogee Yamassee Nation. You’re invited to learn with us as we bring our hearts, minds and spirits together. The first half of the program will be teachings; in the second half we will interact in small groups. Please email [email protected] for registration and login info.

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TOMORROW!! Courageous Conversations Over Coffee: Growing in Spirituality in the Midst of COVID-19: Understanding Dementia: A Caregivers Guide Featured Guest: Dr. Faisal Qazi When: Friday, November 6, 3pm... Register for the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZIkduqurD0uGtGz__LvnqnP3RStL8kaG Dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may increase the risk of Covid-19. As communities and care services consider reopening, it is important for caregivers to consider the risks and take additional safety precautions for people living with dementia. Join us for a ZOOM discussion about the challenges posed to people in the midst of COVID-19. All are welcome!

As people of faith and conscience, let us all vote and enjoin one another to vote! Please enjoy some spiritual and religious perspectives on voting this week, here: #GOTV #getoutthevote #interfaith #faithleadersvote #muslimvote #jewishvote #christianvote #buddhistvote #interfaithvote https://youtu.be/uUJx-xtPEaI

The South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC) and L.A. Voice invites you to join us - along with the interfaith community at large - for a special day of fasting and prayer tomorrow! Please see below and share with others. Thank you!