Faith CoLab: Tapestry of Faith: Building the World We Dream About for Young Adults: An Anti-racist Multicultural Program

Opening

Activity time: 5 minutes

Materials for Activity

  • Worship table or designated space
  • Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED battery-operated candle
  • Leader Resource 1, The Shaking of the Foundations
  • List of this workshop's goals
  • Covenant established in Workshop 1

Preparation for Activity

  • Practice reading Leader Resource 1, The Shaking of the Foundations aloud.
  • Post the workshop goals and the group covenant where all participants can see them.
  • Optional: Arrange for someone to take a group photo. (If you opt to do this, allow a bit more time for the Opening.)

Description of Activity

Light the chalice or invite a participant to light it while you read Leader Resource 1 aloud. Remind participants of the spirit of their covenant. Share the goals of this workshop.

If you are taking a group photo, do so now.