May 3 “Interfaith Coalition” with
Janie Pemble, Outreach Director
Jame will be sharing some
information about Interfaith and it's work and mission to address the needs and
fill in the gaps in service for the homeless and vulnerable in Whatcom County,
and how BUF is a part of this vital effort. Interfaith provides a
significant way for faith communities to work together in solidarity for the
benefit of our community. We are 41 congregations strong, and we believe
that together we can do more.
May 10 “Saving the Future” with BUFster Ron Quinn
What must we change to create a
future that provides for the inherent worth and dignity of every person,
everywhere? Just about everything. Western models of sustainable development
are insufficient. Two new models, regenerative development and eco-modernism,
suggest other ways to take better care of everyone.
May 17 “Bringing
Compassion When Tragedies Occur” with Barb Skudlarick, Community Care Crisis
Responders and Victim Support Specialist
Serving as a Support Officer since
2000, Barbara will explain the needs of people who receive news of a sudden
death by accident, suicide, or homicide. A former flight attendant and nurse,
Barb belongs to two aviation organizations and was deployed to assist the
Pentagon after 9/11, Sen. Stevens' Alaskan aircraft crash, and Malaysia
Airlines Fl #370, as well as coordinating Lummi Nation’s 3-week trip to deliver
The Liberty and Freedom Poles to the Pentagon. Barb will describe what happens
to people emotionally and physiologically after a tragic event, explain how we
can validate people experiencing these responses, and how to phrase verbal
support. She will also update us on resources and agencies available to
assist with recovery.
May 24 “Activism on Campus” with Esther
Magasis, Community to
Community
Community
Esther will be holding a conversation regarding the
difficulties involved with getting students involved with activist work in the
current financial climate of academia.
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