Desert Heritage Church UCC/DOC is excited to offer Preventing Gun Violence: From Rhetoric to Real Solutions, an eight-week program designed to equip individuals with faith-based strategies to address gun violence in our communities. Developed in partnership with JustFaith Ministries and Brady United, this program transforms 8-14 participants into a supportive community through dialogue, prayer, and action.
Program Dates and Sessions:
October 21, 2024: Session 1 – Beloved Community
October 28, 2024: Session 2 – Types of Gun Violence in America
November 4, 2024: Session 3 – Race, Gender, and Gun Violence
November 18, 2024: Session 4 – Trauma and Suicide Prevention
November 25, 2024: Session 5 – Fear of the Other
December 30, 2024: Session 6 – Creating a Crisis Prevention Plan/De-Escalation
January 6, 2025: Session 7 – Preventing Gun Violence through Public Policy
January 13, 2025: Session 8 – Action and Next Steps
Each session explores critical issues such as types of gun violence, the intersection of race and gender, and strategies for trauma and suicide prevention. This journey also includes immersion experiences and advocacy for practical action.
Time: 6:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Location: Desert Heritage Church or Virtual Option
Cost: $35
Link for Registration: https://forms.gle/8HnDbHCiHpZA3rcNA
For more details and to register, please contact: office@dhcmesa.com.
Let’s come together to explore solutions and take action toward a safer world for all!