Join us for a 30-minute documentary about the Tulsa race massacre in 1921 that killed 300 Black residents and destroyed 35 blocks of one of the most affluent and vibrant Black communities in the United States.
Following the presentation, we will have a discussion with our neighbors from the First Presbyterian Church about the film and any insights we have gained from it. Among many possible issues, we can explore the generational impact of the Tulsa Massacre, the relevance of Tulsa 1921 to the post-January 6, 2021 America that we live in today, and any action steps to consider.
Click here to RSVP. Participants will receive a Zoom link in advance by email. Before the program you can read a short, illustrated description of the Tulsa race massacre: What the Tulsa Race Massacre Destroyed. We look forward to a meaningful discussion and partnership with congregants from First Presbyterian Church!
In addition to the documentary screening, we will be having a meaningful array of programs taking place during the weekend leading up to Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Take a look below for the full schedule.
Friday, January 14th @ 6:30pm – Live & Zoom Shabbat Evening Worship at BHS in celebration of Dr. King’s Birthday featuring a special musical selection from Cantor Ayelet and members of First Presbyterian Church as well as a joint Sermon by Rabbi Serge A. Lippe & Reverand Adriene Thorne.
Saturday, January 15 @ 9:30am – BHS Chavurah Shabbat Morning Worship & Study facilitated by Rabbi Lippe. We will be examining Parashat Beshallach (Exodus 13:17–17:16).
Saturday, January 15 @ 3:00pm – Screening of the documentary Descended From The Promised Land: The Legacy of Black Wall Street followed by a discussion with our neighbors from the First Presbyterian Church. Click here to RSVP.
Sunday, January 16 @ 11:00am – Sunday Worship via Livestream from First Presbyterian Church including a special sermon titled “Assassinating the Radical King”
Monday, January 17 @ 10:00am – BHS Early Childhood Education Tu Bishvat Zoom Concert with Adam: Happy Birthday to the Trees! Register here for the Zoom link.