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The Multicultural Ministries Commission
provides leadership for the Diocese of Iowa in ensuring respect, understanding, and inclusion of all of God’s people in our lives and ministry, regardless of racial or ethnic heritage.
The commission serves as a source of education and advocacy within the diocese and its parishes as we explore the complexity of multiculturalism and work towards the elimination of racism and other oppression both within and outside our church, ensuring that all are welcomed equally into our life in Christ. Commission Members
RESOURCES:
Iowa Center for Immigrant Leadership and Integration www.newiowans.com
African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa Cedar Rapids www.blackiowa.org
First Light Christian Fellowship
(an interdenominational local ministry of racial reconciliation) www.firstlightchristian.org
Immigration and Customs
210 Walnut ST, Des Moines, IA 50309
515-323-2051
Iowa Elected Officials: http://www.iowa.gov/state/main/govofficials.html
Iowa Religious Media Services: www.irms.org
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Current Projects and
Items of Discussion
Instituting anti-racism training within the diocese, as mandated by the national church
(See Upcoming Events below) Anti-Racism Training
Identifying existing multicultural outreach and ministry being conducted by parishes within the diocese
Expanding our role in ministry to non-majority groups within Iowa, including the Native American, Hispanic and African communities
Parish Conversations on Multiculturalism and Inclusion
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Grinnell June 27-29, 2008
TRIP to SWAZILAND
to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Diocese of Swaziland
October 16-30, 2008
Deadline for making a commitment:
May 8, 2008
(Non-refundable $100 deposit must be received by May 28)
GREAT READING:
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