Occupy Palm Sunday 2018
On Palm Sunday, the church celebrates Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem, and Jesus's journey toward the cross. We commit ourselves to pave the way for well-being in our neighborhood. We wave our palm branches and usher in mental health justice, paving the way with our faith and our commitment to act...
Pastor Erik's #OccupyPalmSunday Speech
Today we are insisting on a new social contract. A contract that holds the people charged with defending and protecting us accountable for their deeds and misdeeds. A contract that does not criminalize poverty. A contract that does not collude with detentions and deportations.
#OccupyPalmSunday 2017
This year’s action will begin with a joint worship service at Humboldt Park United Methodist Church (2120 N. Mozart St.) beginning at 10:30am and ending by noon. Following a light lunch for those marching, there will be a street parade — a procession with palm branches and signs — ending on the east side of Palmer Square.
Las Posadas 2016: Action for Public & Affordable Housing in Logan Square
Finally, in the 35th ward, we may find the promise of “room at the inn” - housing justice and development that prioritizes people over profit. With this action, LSEA celebrates the hope of "room at the inn," even while we continue to demand full public/affordable housing justice.
Homecoming
As part of the evening, we would like to provide refreshments and snacks. We also love to have someone provide entertainment from 7:00 - 7:30. If you are able to help out with any of these things, please sign up here and reach out to Rachel if you have other questions (rachel.a.coffee@gmail.com; 262-498-9133).