Theologian in Residence Weekend, March 1-3, 2019
Immigration Matters: Joined Together, Finding Solutions
Ames United Church of Christ and our Theologian in Residence Committee host a yearly weekend learning event. Join us this March for the 35th Annual Theologian in Residence Weekend featuring the Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy, immigration lawyer Sonia Parras Konrad, organizer Erica Johnson, and filmmaker Luis Argueta.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. The Theologian in Residence Weekend program is still open for your attendance, but you can no longer reserve a Saturday lunch. Some additional lunches may be available to those who have not pre-registered.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. The Theologian in Residence Weekend program is still open for your attendance, but you can no longer reserve a Saturday lunch. Some additional lunches may be available to those who have not pre-registered.
The Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy
The Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy serves as President of Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, California - a progressive, interdenominational Christian seminary committed to preparing theologically and spiritually rooted leaders for social transformation. A committed pastor, a nationally recognized immigration leader, and a sought-after speaker, Vásquez-Levy regularly contributes a faith perspective to the national conversation on immigration and is the author of various publications that explore migration stories in sacred texts and in people's lives. He has lived in four countries and taught courses and led international study and service trips across the globe.
Schedule of Events
Friday, March 1
Law and Story: Reframing the National Conversation About Immigration
A dialogue between the Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy and Iowa Attorney General Tom Miler.
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Pioneer Room, ISU Memorial Union
Parking available in MU Ramp.
Saturday, March 2
at Ames UCC
Registration, 8:30 - 9:15 a.m.
Morning Session
9:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
with a 15 minute break
The Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy, joined by Luis Argueta and others involved in the response to the ICE raid in Postville, will facilitate an interactive session. Recognizing that migration is part of the human condition historically, as well as motivated both by need and opportunity today, this presentation will bring perspective to current immigration matters.
Lunch, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
Afternoon Workshops
1:15 - 3:00 p.m.
Attendees may choose one of two workshops. Explore realistic, action-focused strategies for engaging with immigrant advocacy in Iowa.
Partnering with Families in Our Community to Avoid Crisis
Led by Sonia Parras Konrad
Learn how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) system works in Iowa, and how it affects Iowa families. How can you volunteer and get involved before, during, and after an enforcement operation? Planning ahead and supporting leadership within communities is key.
The State of Immigrants Rights and Advocacy in Iowa
Led by Erica Johnson
Hear about the current state of immigrant rights and advocacy in Iowa. Consider new policies and laws, ask questions, and learn how Iowans are coming together. Brainstorm ways you and your community can stand up in support to push back against the assaults on our immigrant neighbors.
Wrapping Up
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 3
Panel Discussion, 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Join Ames UCC in worship at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy preaching.
Law and Story: Reframing the National Conversation About Immigration
A dialogue between the Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy and Iowa Attorney General Tom Miler.
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Pioneer Room, ISU Memorial Union
Parking available in MU Ramp.
Saturday, March 2
at Ames UCC
Registration, 8:30 - 9:15 a.m.
Morning Session
9:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
with a 15 minute break
The Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy, joined by Luis Argueta and others involved in the response to the ICE raid in Postville, will facilitate an interactive session. Recognizing that migration is part of the human condition historically, as well as motivated both by need and opportunity today, this presentation will bring perspective to current immigration matters.
Lunch, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
Afternoon Workshops
1:15 - 3:00 p.m.
Attendees may choose one of two workshops. Explore realistic, action-focused strategies for engaging with immigrant advocacy in Iowa.
Partnering with Families in Our Community to Avoid Crisis
Led by Sonia Parras Konrad
Learn how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) system works in Iowa, and how it affects Iowa families. How can you volunteer and get involved before, during, and after an enforcement operation? Planning ahead and supporting leadership within communities is key.
The State of Immigrants Rights and Advocacy in Iowa
Led by Erica Johnson
Hear about the current state of immigrant rights and advocacy in Iowa. Consider new policies and laws, ask questions, and learn how Iowans are coming together. Brainstorm ways you and your community can stand up in support to push back against the assaults on our immigrant neighbors.
Wrapping Up
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 3
Panel Discussion, 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Join Ames UCC in worship at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy preaching.
Previous Theologians in Residence
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Year
2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1985 1984 |
Theologian
Dave Csinos Harry T. Cook Barry Lynn Ruth Duck & Cynthia Wilson Phyllis Tickle Gary Dorrien Marva Dawn Ingrid Mattson Peter Sawtell Walter Brueggemann Diana Butler Bass Randall Balmer Christine M. Smith Amy Jill Levine Norman Jackson Dale Bishop Doug Adams John Shelby Spong John Dominic Crossan Karen Jo Torjesen Tex Sample George A. Drake Rita Nakashima Brock Robin Scroggs Marcus Borg Donald White Marty McMane & Alan Johnson Brian Wren Charles Hambrick-Stowe John Bolen Keith G. Schrag Andre LaCoque Wilson Yates Henry Gustafson |
Theme
"God, Christ, and Religious Action: A Challenge to Your Beliefs and Actions" "God and Government: Are Religious Liberties Crumbling?" Spirit-filled Worship and Spirit-filled Congregational Singing" "Being Christian and Church in 21st Century America" "The Crisis and Necessity of Progressive Theology" "Worship When God Seems to Be Absent" "Islam: Rumor and Reality" "Biblical Faith and Ecological Hope: Rethinking Theology for the Health of Creation" "The Good News of Alternative" "The Practicing Congregation: Imagining a New Old Church" "Perspectives on American Evangelicalism" "Resurrection: Fidelity to Life...in This Life" "Jesus, Gender, and Judaism" "Is God's Justice Irrelevant or Central to Our Faith?" "Building Bridges" "Bringing to Life the Humor in the Bible" "A New Christianity for a New World" "The Historical Jesus and the Birth of Christianity" "Rethinking Gender: Masculinity and Femininity in Early Christianity" "Christian Faith and Cultural Diversity: Doing Ministry in Oral, Literate, and Electronic Cultures" "Puritanism" "Who Do You Say That I Am?" "Exploring the Theology of Paul" "Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time" "The Church and the Environment" "Good News" "The Language of Worship" "Spiritual Roots and Spiritual Growth" "Ethics in the Bible" and "Faith Development and the Church" "Creating a Just Peace in Home and Church" "The Church and the Environment" "Art and the Journey of Faith" "A New Vision of the New Testament" |