Disrupting Empire: Resisting Christian Nationalism Through Nonviolence

Christian Nationalism - how did we get here? How do we respond? Come learn about the history of the relationship between Church and State, be trained in nonviolent responses to conflict, and connect and conspire with like-minded folx.

9:00 - 9:30 am - Gathering, refreshments and information tables

9:30 am - 3:30 pm Workshop (lunch provided) - Led by Revs. Cindy Briggs-Biondi, Darick Biondi, and Jenny Williams

History: Examine key moments in the fraught relationship between Church and State, from the 4th century through current expressions of Christian Nationalism

Theology: Learn a theological framework for differentiating between Church and Empire

Practical ways to meet this moment: Engage tools for responding individually and collectively

Community: Connect with people who think like you. Walk away with action steps for resisting.

Free childcare and lunch provided for children 11 and under

**For information on how to receive a scholarship for this event, email solidarity@wvfaith.org.