Weekly Bulletin
The Amistad Story
March 9th Sunday Forum
The Amistad is the first victory for human rights in American courts. It’s the story of the 53 African slaves who were cleared of mutiny and murder charges with the help of Congregational churches in Connecticut in the years 1839-41.
It us also a story of charity and justice. It is also one of faith, of voices of faith, urging
God’s people to remember God’s plan for humanity and the teachings of Jesus Christ
of freedom and affirmation of everyone regardless of race, culture and other forms of
human diversity. History teaches us that in our humanness we have often turned God’s
gift of diversity into barriers.
The Amistad is also a story of hope and promise for today. Join us for the Sunday Forum March 9 after worship as we explore the story of a collaboration of people of faith on an issue of justice. Let us begin the dialogue on justice issues which plague us today.
During the month of April, our Sunday Forums will address:
- How do we as a people of faith address the “Amistads” in our midst?
- Who or what are the “Amistads” of today?
- Where are the bridges or potential for bridges across differences today?
- What can we do individually and collectively to promote the lessons learned from the Amistad experience each and everyday?
Last Updated: Tuesday, February 26, 2008