Modesto Event Details

Seven Straight Nights – Modesto 2008

Date: September 14th - 20th, 2008

Time: 7:15 – 8:30 p.m.

Purpose statement: As people of faith we stand for fairness and equality for all members of society. We are hosting this series of events in order to foster dialogue and education within our faith communities and the broader community in support of fundamental freedoms for members of the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community, and for equality in affirming civil marriage for all couples. Each evening will feature presentations, personal stories, and conversation.

Evening Themes

Marriage Matters – The freedom to marry is essential in society

Sunday, September 14, First United Methodist Church

850 16th Street, Modesto

 

Taming the Texts of Terror – a Rabbi and a Pastor explore key biblical passages for what they really say

Monday, September 15, Congregation Beth Shalom

1705 Sherwood Avenue, Modesto

 

Faith, Fairness & Freedom – Religious leaders discuss the call of the faith community to stand for fairness and equality for all members of society

Tuesday, September 16, College Avenue United Church of Christ

1341 College Avenue, Modesto

 

That’s so gay! A game show – youth are especially invited this evening to hear from lgbt youth

Wednesday, September 17, College Avenue United Church of Christ

1341 College Avenue, Modesto

 

Becoming Allies & Advocates – how to talk to friends, neighbors, and strangers about the fundamental freedom to marry

Thursday, September 18, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stanislaus County

2172 Kiernan Avenue, Modesto

 

“For the Bible Tells Me So” – Screening of this award winning documentary film

Friday, September 19, Modesto Church of the Brethren

2301 Woodland Avenue, Modesto

 

Building Partnerships – Learn about the role and resources of our local center

Saturday, September 20, Stanislaus PRIDE Center

201 Needham Street (in the Great Valley Center), Modesto

 

Events are planned and sponsored by College Avenue United Church of Christ, Congregation Beth Shalom, First United Methodist Church, Modesto Church of the Brethren, Stanislaus PRIDE Center, and Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stanislaus County. Nationally, Seven Straight Nights is sponsored by Atticus Circle and Soulforce. For more information visit www.sevenstraightnights.org