Volunteers Reinstall Black Lives Matter Sign / October 16, 2022
Our Black Lives Matter sign was reinstalled Sunday afternoon. Volunteers included John Martinez, Roger Seel, Clint Corcoran, and Patricia Martinez.
Guilfordians Invited to Event to Remember Bill Rogers / November 12, 2022
Guilfordians are invited to gather at the College on Saturday, Nov. 12, in remembrance of Bill Rogers, the College’s sixth President. There is no cost for participating. Persons interested in attending should RSVP at this link by Nov. 1. Bill, who died July 15 at the age of 90, in several activities that day will be remembered by alumni, friends, faculty, and staff for his commitment to a Quaker-inspired liberal arts education at Guilford. During…
Greensboro Urban Ministry Food Drive Followup / October 20, 2022
We just wanted to let everyone know that thanks to all our volunteers, New Garden was able to collect 1288 pounds of food (and $133 in direct donations) for Greensboro Urban Ministries for their food drive. Thanks again to everyone who helped out, and to those who donated. –– Ben Gulley
Religious Education Update / October 20, 2022
Hybrid Adult Forum October 23, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (parlor and Zoom): Bring a poem or meaningful reading to share. Art supplies will be available for those interested in responding creatively, or just listening and coloring. October 30 & November 6, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (parlor and Zoom): Bill McNeil will facilitate our Adult Forum time together as we share some of our favorite and most meaningful songs. We will listen together and respond. Please submit songs (title and…
North Carolina Fellowship of Friends Announcements / October 19, 2022
The NCFF Antiracism Working Group will meet Wednesday, October 19, at 7:00 pm. Mary Nelle Smith and Patricia Gutzwiller have been hard at work preparing to lead our discussion of the book, Dying of Whiteness: How the Politics of Racial Resentment is Killing America’s Heartland by Jonathan M. Metzl. You do not have to read the book to participate! During the meeting, we will share a short video interview of the author along with other…
Africans Were Sought and Enslaved for Their Skills / October 20, 2022
If you’ve ever taken an Underground Railroad Tour with former Guilford College Bonner Program Director James Shields, you have probably heard him say that slaveholders were seeking Africans with skills, not just brute strength and stamina. This fact was reinforced when I recently read an article from Wrightsville Beach Magazine about Thalian Hall (a grand old theatre) in Wilmington, NC, after attending a delightful play there. 1855 was the year construction began, and it opened…
October 2022 Equity Calendar
Oct. 10 ––Indigenous People’s Day Oct. 17 ––International Day for Eradication of Poverty Oct. 24 ––United Nations Day – from the NG Antiracism Working Group
Meeting for Worship / October 23, 2022
11:00 a.m. • Worshipful Music: Michael Greene • Welcome: Kevin Lawe • Announcements: Karen Garraputa • Readings: Matthew 7:3-4 and Britain Faith and Practice, section 20.14 • Special Music • Message: Bill Eagles, Topic: I may be wrong, but there’s a speck in your eye. • Silent Worship • Holding in the Light
White Voices Against Racism Tour / October 22, 2022
October 22nd – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – International Civil Rights Center and Museum Thoroughly examine the complex tapestry of American history through the struggle for justice and equality. Participants will witness the restored lunch counter in its original location, plus 13 galleries with vivid photography, artifacts, video re-enactments, and interactive exhibits. The tour will be followed by a brief moment of shared reflections. The best part… these are all FREE to attend! More…
How to Help Refugee Families Right Now / October 2022
• Connect and assist an Afghan family that arrived in August. The husband, a trained civil engineer with eight+ years of experience including working with the U.S. Army is looking for work. If you have any leads and/or would like to see his resume, as well as assist in supporting this family, reach out to Cindy Knull ([email protected]). • A member of the first Afghan family New Garden supported, just over a year ago, needs…