A "Nonviolence Workshop: an introduction to the reconciliation process" presented by Jackson Tiffany An introductory overview of the process of nonviolent conflict resolution will be presented in enough detail so that participants can learn whether or not they would like to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to be able to apply the principles. Applications in both daily life and international relations will be discussed. The similarities and differences between mediation, negotiation and nonviolent direct action will be drawn. An outline of the process with suggestions for further study will be available. B "The place of music in peace-building and activism" presented by Rosalind Woodward, assisted by Mary Mullen and Dan Proud - This workshop will introduce music as a paradigm for unity and balance. - Provide an overview of the powers of "sonic effect" and "intent" which enhance respect and compassion. - Show and discover the place of music in peace-building and activism today. The ability to sing is not a prerequisite. Participants will be given the opportunity to experience the effect of music on themselves and those around them. All who are willing to feel the power of their own voice are welcome. C "Islam is a way of peaceful life with all God's Creatures" presented by Salwa Rashad and Mrs. Najat Fraigoon Outline: 1.What does Islam mean ? 2.What is Submission? 3.Basics of Islamic Faith 4.Sources of Knowledge & Guidance 5.Implications of Complete Submission 6.The Five Pillars of Islam 7.Islam's Salient Characteristics 8.Human Rights In Islam 9.Jihad 10.Fight for Justice 11.Examples of History 12.Culture Versus Islam 13.How to Build a Peaceful Tomorrow? 14. War on terror missing root causes D "Every Church a Peace Church" presented by Lois Swenson As Coordinator John Stoner expresses it, "Every Church a Peace Church (ECAPC) is a vision energized by the belief that the church could turn the world toward peace if every church lived and taught as Jesus lived and taught. It is an effort to nurture a global network of creative nonviolence among Christians, focused within the churches out of a sense of responsibility to first set one’s own house in order." This workshop will review the progress and potential of this movement. E "Nonviolent Intervention in Violent Conflict" presented by Tom Benevento and Kathryn Kingsbury The workshop will focus on the philosphy and practice of nonviolent intervention. It will include an overview of the philosophies behind nonviolent intervention, discussion of two groups that put these models into practice in international conflict (Christian Peacemaker Teams, www.cpt.org and Nonviolent Peaceforce, www.nonviolentpeaceforce.org), and hands-on exercises involving some of the tactics used in nonviolent intervention. Workshop participants will be invited to discuss the spiritual, moral and tactical implications of responding to armed conflict with nonviolence. F "Stories from Ainaro: Sistering with a War-Torn Community in East Timor" presented by Diane Farsetta and Tom Foley I. Brief history of East Timor II. Brief history Madison-East Timor solidarity A. Working on behalf of the East Timorese during the occupation B. Working with the East Timorese through sistering 1. What is sistering? 2. Why Ainaro? III. Madison's first delegation to Ainaro, June 2002* A. Issues facing Ainaro B. Local community groups working for change C. Input on future sister-city projects IV. Sistering and supporting peace A. Longer-term plans for the sister-city relationship B. Complementing and strengthening local peace initiatives _______________ * They will show slides from their summer experience. G "Peace and Justice from the Pulpit" presented by Rev. David Couper and Rev. Cecil Findley We plan for each of the presenters, David Couper and myself (Cecil Findley) to share experiences and convictions about preaching on peace. We will note that our faith not only undergirds our faith stance, but requires that a call to peace be included in the fullness of our Christian message. We will hope for audience interaction. David Couper's outline: I. Down memory lane: Feeling the Pressure of Public Opinion a. Traditions of Dissent -- the issue of "taking the streets" -- 1973 d. As Madison's Chief of Police during the 1993 Gulf War II. My Experience and My Faith a. How I read the Bible: 1. What does it say? 2. What does it mean? 3. What does it call me to DO? 4. From the prophets of the Hebrew Bible we know what God requires of those of us who follow God: b. The Dominance of the Biblical Justice Theme: 1. Micah (6:8): Isaiah (1:17): Isaiah (10:1-2): Ezekiel (34:16) Jeremiah (9:24) Amos (5:24), made famous by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (of whom we will hear more of later): 2. Within the Christian Bible: It was in Matthew's Gospel (12:15-20) that the prophecy in the 42nd chapter of Isaiah was deemed fulfilled: 3. And Jesus condemnation to the teachers of the law and the Pharisees of his day in Matthew 23 and Luke 11: c. An Stellar Example: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 1. "A Time to Break Silence" an address to a meeting of "Clergy and Laity Concerned About Vietnam," Riverside Church, NYC, April 4, 1967 2. The famous "I have a dream" speech in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, on August 28, 1963: d. Moving from Reading the Bible to Preaching the Bible. 1. Of course it is one thing to read in the Bible one thinks one should do, and it is another thing to preach it across the pulpit and have these words fall upon deaf ears -- or incense your congregation so much that they simply fire you! e. The secret of well-differentiated leadership: 1. Rabbi Edwin Friedman believed and taught well-differentiated leadership! Connected to… yet separate. 2. Friedman's points. f. From well-differentiation to teaching to acting on your beliefs. 1. What we preach and what we teach. 2. What we say after the sermon -- explanations. 3. How we act within our parish and within our families and in the community. 4. The things we write and go on record for -- letters to our elected officials. 5. The public actions in which we participate. In short, how do we live out God's Justice and God's Peace? g. What is it you would be willing to die for? 1. What is your "I have a dream" sermon? h. Need a Justice topic? 1. Instead of a minimum wage -- a LIVING wage. 2. Domestic abuse and corporal punishment of our children 3. Iraq (war and oil, first-strike, "just war" theory) 4. Loving Gays, Lesbians, Bi-sexual and Transexual people 5. Why don't we have universal healthcare in America? 6. Racism in society and church 7. Rights for migrant workers 8. What does Islam really teach? 9. Prison reform - the restorative justice solution 10. Is the death penalty Christian? 11. Praying with Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist and Jewish people 12. and many, many more topics H "Wellstone, Kucinich, and the Politics of Peace and Justice" presented by Midge Miller The political efforts of Congressman Dennis Kucinich and Senator Paul Wellstone will be discussed. We can also discuss our own role as advocates and the complexity of political decision making, and explore the clash of faiths involved in the struggle we are all facing, whether we are in or out of public office. Do we put our faith in money and military power or do we put our faith in building a family of nations that works together to solve our problems justly and peacefully? I Outline for "Peace and Resolution in Palestine-Israel" presented by Nasser Abufarha J Outline for "Ending War with International Law" presented by Robert Reuschlein K "Behind the Scenes in Mediating International Conflicts" presented by Joe Elder This workshop will look at the role of "unofficial" or "third-track" mediation in international conflicts. Intermittently since 1965 Joe Elder, on behalf of Quaker organizations, has carried messages between conflicting parties in various parts of Asia. He will share some of his experiences and then will discuss more generally some "unofficial" or "third-track" roles that concerned people can play during international conflicts. L "Impunity and it's Impact on Justice" presented by Angie Hougas The presenter will review some of the more recent and notable cases of impunity. This workshop will then look at the impact on justice now, and what impunity's relationship will be to justice in the future. In the opinion of the presenter, justice has to stem from a just system. Attendees will be invited to join and discuss what impunity and a just system is/means, how do we get there and maintain such a system. M Outline and goals for "Forgiveness as Peacemaking: the Role of Forgiveness in Healing and Preventing Conflict" presented by Amy Owen Outline: Goals: attendees will come away with an understanding of what forgiveness is, how it can be facilitated, and what implications forgiveness has for them as social activists and peacemakers. |