Riverside Weekly Actions
Constructing a just world
In Rev Dr Frederick D Haynes’ sermon last Sunday, one of the things he talked about was what it meant to DO justice. To DO justice, is to create or construct justice.
Simply.
Our Creator created all of us to participate in life. We can only do that together. When life is diminished or taken away unjustly, we can either choose to give in, stay silent, or do what needs to be done to restore life.
Creating and constructing justice restores life. For me, for you, for the planet, for the collective.
Simply.
There is no other way around it.
When you read the news and it all feels hopeless, know that you do not have to give in. There are many things you can do (silently or loudly!). You have power and agency.
Check out all these ways you can use your power to construct a more just and equitable world:
Deliver the Vote Action, Farley Post Office, Saturday Oct 17th, 1pm
As part of the October 17 No Kings Actions, Rise and Resist will be holding an action on the steps of the main Post Office building to encourage folks to vote early and have a voting plan, to demand that the Post Office deliver all of the mail in ballots, and to demand that the Trump regime not interfere with the electoral process or the results.
More information and RSVP here: Farley Post Office: Deliver the Vote! — Hands Off NYC
Stop Iran War and Funding to State of Israel Tuesday October 20th, 8:30am
As part of a national day of action on 10/20 rallying for peace with Iran, Brooklyn For Peace and other organizations are organizing an upcoming rally/vigil in front of Democratic House Leader Hakeem’s Office calling on him to take immediate action to stop the Iran war, investigate war crimes, support peace with Iran and oppose funding for Israel’s crimes.
Join Brooklyn for Peace, Common Defense, Military Families Speak Out, The National Iranian American Council, and NY8 Neighbors for Gaza Ceasefire to rally in front of Leader Jeffries Office at 55 Hanson Pl in Brooklyn at 8:30am this Tuesday.
For more information on actions taking place nationally, click here: JOIN THE MOVEMENT TO STOP IRAN WAR – NIAC
Click here to RSVP for NYC action: Sign Up for Local Rally to Stop the Iran War
The Riverside Church Second Annual Riverside Turkey Trot 5K, Saturday Nov 7th
Join us on Randall’s Island as we bring our community together for a fun, active, and meaningful way to support our neighbors.
Building on last year’s success, the Turkey Trot raises critical funds for The Riverside Church’s Social Services programs. The need has never been greater: rising utility and rent costs, combined with cuts to social safety nets, have driven more people than ever to our food pantry. Every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps provide food, clothing, housing assistance, and emergency financial aid across New York City.
Register here: Riverside Church Turkey Trot 5k – Riverside Church
Men’s Clothing Drive through Nov 1
