Every week that the Idaho Legislature is in session, we join our partners from the Interfaith Equality Coalition for silent prayer on the steps of the State Capitol. This group works to bring equality, justice, and dignity to all people in Idaho, particularly LGBTQIA+ people. Join us in strengthening our silent witness as we remind beloved friends and neighbors they don’t stand alone. Wednesdays from 12:00 to 12:30pm. Questions? See Pastor TJ.

Saturday, January 25th at 10:00am we will be joined by David Gist with Bread for the World, for a Racial Wealth simulation experience followed by a light lunch. This promises to be a compelling time full of insights, learning, and fellowship. This event kicks off Southminster’s Adult Education letter writing campaign in support of Bread’s ecumenical work to end hunger through legislation and advocacy.

You have probably heard the statistic that the ratio of White wealth to Black is on the order of 10 to 1. According to the Brookings Institution, the average White household wealth in 2016 was $171,000; the same statistic for Black families is $17,150. And the gap is growing. How did we get to the point of such enormous disparity? And what can be done to repair it? As part of Bread for the World’s Hunger Advocacy Workshop, this simulation will help us understand how policies affect families of different races in very different ways. We will learn how this has led us away from our vision of equal opportunity for all to a place where many people of color struggle for basic necessities.

To learn more about Bread for the World, visit their website at: www.bread.org.

You can sign up for the simulation whether you are a member of Southminster or not. The event is free but it may cost you some peace of mind. To sign up, click here.

Get your singing voice ready to support the work of the Idaho Community Reinvestment Corporation (ICRC) at Flying M Caldwell (724 Arthur St). ICRC is the non-profit that partnered with Southminster in 2023 for Drew’s new home. This will be an evening of karaoke in support a vision for safe, healthy homes for everyone.