BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//L’Arche North Carolina - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:L’Arche North Carolina X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://larchenc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for L’Arche North Carolina REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20221007T183004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T183517Z UID:10000084-1666872000-1666875600@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Four Week Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Book Discussion. \nThis will be a four-week group meeting on Thursdays at 12pm EST. Click here to join us on Zoom! \nBring your lunch (or breakfast if you’re on the West Coast). \n \nRead this interview with the author. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/book/2022-10-27/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Marcelo-Book-Discussion-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220825T194234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T204133Z UID:10000069-1666702800-1666710000@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Cooking with Community DESCRIPTION:Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the fourth Tuesday of the month to make a new treat or snack together. \nClick HERE to RSVP. \n \n  \n \n  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/cooking-with-community-4/2022-10-25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20221007T183004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T183517Z UID:10000083-1666267200-1666270800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Four Week Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Book Discussion. \nThis will be a four-week group meeting on Thursdays at 12pm EST. Click here to join us on Zoom! \nBring your lunch (or breakfast if you’re on the West Coast). \n \nRead this interview with the author. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/book/2022-10-20/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Marcelo-Book-Discussion-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20211216T203928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T162040Z UID:10000009-1666188000-1666191600@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Y'All Belong Here: An Inclusive Sacred Space DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. When The third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST Each gathering is about 30 minutes and includes: \n\nWelcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello\nSomething to reflect on\, such as a reading or video\nIndividual reflection\nSharing with a small group\nClosing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns\n\nHow to ConnectConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer\, laptop\, iPad\, or smartphone. \nJoin via Zoom\nMeeting ID: 889 1467 6024Passcode: 924569 One tap mobile +16468769923\,\,88914676024#\,\,\,\,*924569# \nWhat You NeedYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with\, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/yall-belong-here-an-inclusive-sacred-space-14/2022-10-19/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/candle.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20221007T183004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T183517Z UID:10000082-1665662400-1665666000@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Four Week Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Book Discussion. \nThis will be a four-week group meeting on Thursdays at 12pm EST. Click here to join us on Zoom! \nBring your lunch (or breakfast if you’re on the West Coast). \n \nRead this interview with the author. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/book/2022-10-13/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Marcelo-Book-Discussion-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220825T194612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T203202Z UID:10000077-1665583200-1665590400@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Crafteroon DESCRIPTION:Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the second Wednesday of every month for a fun afternoon of crafting and friendship. \nPlease RSVP – fill out this form to sign up.  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/crafteroon/2022-10-12/ LOCATION:Edenton Street United Methodist Church\, 228 W Edenton St\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/3-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220825T192733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T203455Z UID:10000073-1665050400-1665057600@larchenc.org SUMMARY:FUNtastic Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the first Thursday of the month for games\, community fun\, and more. All are welcome to the free community event.  \nOct 6\, and Nov 3\, & Dec 1 \nRSVP for the October 6th gathering by October 4th: Click HERE. \n \nFuntastic Thursday on October 6th will be BINGO. Sign up to join us in person\, on Zoom! URL:https://larchenc.org/event/funtastic102022/2022-10-06/ LOCATION:Edenton Street United Methodist Church\, 228 W Edenton St\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603 CATEGORIES:Community Event,Play Together ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/1-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T163000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220928T170509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T173205Z UID:10000080-1664722800-1664728200@larchenc.org SUMMARY:BOWLING! DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday at Stars & Strikes Bowling Alley in Raleigh. \nSunday\, October 2nd at 3:00pm-4:30pm \nStars & Strikes\, 4020 Capital Blvd\, Raleigh\, NC 27604 \nThis event is $15 per person (including shoe rental). Please bring cash or a check made to “L’Arche NC” with you. Please note this bowling center also has arcade games and food; these are not included\, but can be purchased separately by participants. \n  \nTo sign up\, click HERE. \n \nOne of our L’Arche friends suggested we go bowling\, and we thought that was a great idea! \nJoin us this Sunday in Raleigh at Stars & Strikes Bowling Alley at 3:00pm for an hour and a half of bowling with friends. \nPlease RSVP by Friday so we can reserve enough lanes. Click HERE to sign up. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/bowling/ LOCATION:Stars and Strikes Raleigh\, 4020 Capital Blvd\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27604 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Bowling-Instagram-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T193000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220726T093640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205226Z UID:10000066-1664476200-1664479800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Disability & Christian Faith: a panel discussion DESCRIPTION:L’Arche NC will host another “Disability & ___” panel discussion. Mark your calendars and join us for this conversation on the intersection of disabilities and the Christian faith. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE ZOOM LINK. \nPanelists will reflect on the intersection of the Disability community and the Church. At this gathering\, we will hear stories of hurt caused by the Church and hold space for lament. We will also celebrate stories of belonging found in faith communities. We will invite all attendees to join in the work of creating accessible gatherings\, including worship spaces. \n \n  \n  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/disability-christian/ CATEGORIES:Learn Together ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/p32_iStock-95489939_0-e1595713814821-990x569-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220825T194234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T204133Z UID:10000068-1664283600-1664290800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Cooking with Community DESCRIPTION:Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the fourth Tuesday of the month to make a new treat or snack together. \nClick HERE to RSVP. \n \n  \n \n  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/cooking-with-community-4/2022-09-27/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20211216T203928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T162040Z UID:10000008-1663768800-1663772400@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Y'All Belong Here: An Inclusive Sacred Space DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. When The third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST Each gathering is about 30 minutes and includes: \n\nWelcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello\nSomething to reflect on\, such as a reading or video\nIndividual reflection\nSharing with a small group\nClosing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns\n\nHow to ConnectConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer\, laptop\, iPad\, or smartphone. \nJoin via Zoom\nMeeting ID: 889 1467 6024Passcode: 924569 One tap mobile +16468769923\,\,88914676024#\,\,\,\,*924569# \nWhat You NeedYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with\, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/yall-belong-here-an-inclusive-sacred-space-14/2022-09-21/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/candle.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220825T194612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T203202Z UID:10000076-1663164000-1663171200@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Crafteroon DESCRIPTION:Join our community of adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities on the second Wednesday of every month for a fun afternoon of crafting and friendship. \nPlease RSVP – fill out this form to sign up.  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/crafteroon/2022-09-14/ LOCATION:Edenton Street United Methodist Church\, 228 W Edenton St\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/3-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220804T151008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T110917Z UID:10000072-1661454000-1661461200@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Movie Night at Edenton Street UMC DESCRIPTION:We hope you’ll join us for a Movie Night at Edenton Street United Methodist Church in Raleigh\, North Carolina (228 W Edenton St\, Raleigh\, NC 27603). \nWe will be watching The Peanut Butter Falcon. This 2019 film has won awards and broken down barriers for the Disability community. In the Hollywood & Entertainment section of Forbes Magazine\, Kristen Lopez writes\, “Starring newcomer Zack Gottsagen as a man with Down Syndrome going on an adventure to meet his favorite wrestler\, The Peanut Butter Falcon is a Mark Twain-esque tale of friendship\, family\, and breaking down ableist thinking to allow for greater independence.” Read more of Lopez’s review here. \nThis is a free event. You are welcome to bring some snacks. Theatre candy and water will be provided.  \nLocation: Kerr Hall at Edenton Street UMC\, Raleigh \nPark and enter at the back of the church (opposite the main entrance off of Edenton Street). \nPlease use 122 N. McDowell Street\, Raleigh\, NC if you are using a GPS for direction. \nCovid-19 Policy: Masks are required indoors while not actively eating or drinking. We will provide free masks to anyone who needs one. Temperatures will be taken at the door. Thank you for helping us protect the most vulnerable among us. \nThis movie is rated Rated PG-13. Child care will be provided for youth under 13 years old (RSVP for childcare required by August 22). Please keep in mind that L’Arche NC cannot provide personal care or one-on-one behavioral support. Please invite a caregiver or loved one to join you if you or your child require these types of support.  \nTo RSVP for child care\, click HERE. \nWe chose this movie because representation matters! \nFrom Collider.com: Out of one hundred most popular movies released in the year 2017\, 2.5% of characters in those films were depicted as having a disability. Of that amount\, the majority were depicted as having a physical or communicative disability. In television\, a study shows that 95% of characters depicted with a disability were portrayed by actors without a disability. Very rarely are our screens graced with a feature film or series that stars a character with a disability being played by an actor with a disability. A notable exception is 2019’s The Peanut Butter Falcon. The film stars Zack Gottsagen\, a natural-born leading man with Down’s syndrome. What makes The Peanut Butter Falcon such an important step in the right direction for disability representation in film is not just in the casting\, but in how the story unfolds. \n \nWe have purchased a movie license from Swank Motion Pictures\, Inc. to share this movie publicly (1923977-1). \nWe are grateful for a Summer Program Grant from the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities that made this movie night possible. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/movienight/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/maxresdefault.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20211216T203928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T162040Z UID:10000007-1660744800-1660748400@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Y'All Belong Here: An Inclusive Sacred Space DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. When The third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST Each gathering is about 30 minutes and includes: \n\nWelcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello\nSomething to reflect on\, such as a reading or video\nIndividual reflection\nSharing with a small group\nClosing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns\n\nHow to ConnectConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer\, laptop\, iPad\, or smartphone. \nJoin via Zoom\nMeeting ID: 889 1467 6024Passcode: 924569 One tap mobile +16468769923\,\,88914676024#\,\,\,\,*924569# \nWhat You NeedYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with\, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/yall-belong-here-an-inclusive-sacred-space-14/2022-08-17/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/candle.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche NC":MAILTO:info@larchenc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220814T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220814T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220803T202032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T142209Z UID:10000067-1660489200-1660492800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:L'Arche NC Trivia DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Zoom Trivia with L’Arche North Carolina! Sunday\, August 14 at 3:00pm EST\, we will have three rounds of trivia with eight questions each round. All questions are multiple choice\, and if you don’t know the answer you can guess. \nFeel free to come late or leave early\, depending on your schedule. \nThere will be a prize for the winner of each round! \n  \nPlease get four notecards/pieces of paper with A\, B\, C\, and D on them. Make sure these are clear enough we can see them on camera — bold black letters on a white background work best. \n  \n \n  \nL’Arche NC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Trivia \nTime: Aug 14\, 2022 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85601404253?pwd=MmFWekNBYlVHWSsyeFErdmVMRFk5UT09 \nMeeting ID: 856 0140 4253 \nPasscode: 128497 \nOne tap mobile \n+16469313860\,\,85601404253#\,\,\,\,*128497# US \n+13017158592\,\,85601404253#\,\,\,\,*128497# US (Washington DC) \nDial by your location \n        +1 646 931 3860 US \n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n        +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) \n        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) \n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n        +1 386 347 5053 US \n        +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) \n        +1 564 217 2000 US \n        +1 669 444 9171 US \nMeeting ID: 856 0140 4253 \nPasscode: 128497 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kfhlNPf0e URL:https://larchenc.org/event/larche-nc-trivia/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220812T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220726T093235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205320Z UID:10000065-1660327200-1660338000@larchenc.org SUMMARY:L'Arche NC at the Durham Bulls DESCRIPTION:Join us for a game at the Durham Bulls on August 12th. \n*More information will be able July 30th. Please check back soon. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/larche-nc-at-the-durham-bulls/ CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://larchenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dv7whWkWsAMQXUq.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220614T193133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205227Z UID:10000017-1659528000-1659531600@larchenc.org SUMMARY:"My Body is Not A Prayer Request" Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this 5 part book club series! We will be discussing Amy Kenny’s “My Body is Not a Prayer Request”. Everyone is welcome to join in this conversation. \nClick HERE for the Zoom link. \nMeetings will be held on July 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, and August 3rd at 12:00pm EDT. \nThe first 15 people to commit to attending 2+ of the sessions will receive a free copy of Kenny’s book. To RSVP and be eligible to win\, visit tinyurl.com/larchebook \n \nThis book is written by a Christian author and references Christian texts. However\, persons of all religious and non-faith traditions are welcome to attend. \nBook Description: \n“Much of the church has forgotten that we worship a disabled God whose wounds survived resurrection\, says Amy Kenny. It is time for the church to start treating disabled people as full members of the body of Christ who have much more to offer than a miraculous cure narrative and to learn from their embodied experiences. \nWritten by a disabled Christian\, this book shows that the church is missing out on the prophetic witness and blessing of disability. Kenny reflects on her experiences inside the church to expose unintentional ableism and cast a new vision for Christian communities to engage disability justice. She shows that until we cultivate church spaces where people with disabilities can fully belong\, flourish\, and lead\, we are not valuing the diverse members of the body of Christ. \nOffering a unique blend of personal storytelling\, fresh and compelling writing\, biblical exegesis\, and practical application\, this book invites readers to participate in disability justice and create a more inclusive community in church and parachurch spaces. Engaging content such as reflection questions and top-ten lists are included.” URL:https://larchenc.org/event/bookdiscussion5/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220614T192653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205229Z UID:10000015-1658923200-1658926800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:"My Body is Not A Prayer Request" Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this 5 part book club series! We will be discussing Amy Kenny’s “My Body is Not a Prayer Request”. Everyone is welcome to join in this conversation. \nMeetings will be held on July 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, and August 3rd at 12:00pm EDT. \nThe first 15 people to commit to attending 2+ of the sessions will receive a free copy of Kenny’s book. To RSVP and be eligible to win\, visit tinyurl.com/larchebook \n \nThis book is written by a Christian author and references Christian texts. However\, persons of all religious and non-faith traditions are welcome to attend. \nBook Description: \n“Much of the church has forgotten that we worship a disabled God whose wounds survived resurrection\, says Amy Kenny. It is time for the church to start treating disabled people as full members of the body of Christ who have much more to offer than a miraculous cure narrative and to learn from their embodied experiences. \nWritten by a disabled Christian\, this book shows that the church is missing out on the prophetic witness and blessing of disability. Kenny reflects on her experiences inside the church to expose unintentional ableism and cast a new vision for Christian communities to engage disability justice. She shows that until we cultivate church spaces where people with disabilities can fully belong\, flourish\, and lead\, we are not valuing the diverse members of the body of Christ. \nOffering a unique blend of personal storytelling\, fresh and compelling writing\, biblical exegesis\, and practical application\, this book invites readers to participate in disability justice and create a more inclusive community in church and parachurch spaces. Engaging content such as reflection questions and top-ten lists are included.” URL:https://larchenc.org/event/bookdiscussion4/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220724 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220524T200627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205321Z UID:10000004-1658534400-1658620799@larchenc.org SUMMARY:L'Arche North Carolina's SAILABRATION Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 23rd for a SAILABRATION of L’Arche North Carolina. \nA pancake breakfast will be served. Join in on the fun of raffle prizes\, a miniature boat regatta\, and more! \nJuly 23rd\, from 8:00am-10:30am at Duke Memorial United Methodist Church in Durham\, NC. \nThe event will be held in Whitford Hall \nWe will be gathering to learn more about L’Arche North Carolina\, celebrate the community we’re building\, and enjoy a pancake breakfast. Individuals and families of all abilities are invited to join in the fun at L’Arche North Carolina’s Breakfast Fundraiser! \nAll proceeds raised will support L’Arche North Carolina as we work to establish our first community in the Triangle. \nTickets purchased in advance are $10 for adults and $5 for children (kids 5 years old and younger eat for free). \nPurchase yours now at the link below! \n*Please select dine-in or carry-out. \nTO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY\, CLICK HERE \nTO SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER AT THIS EVENT\, CLICK HERE \n \n  \nIf you’re not able to attend this FUNdraiser Breakfast\, you support L’Arche NC by making a donation: \n URL:https://larchenc.org/event/sailabration2022/ LOCATION:Duke Memorial United Methodist Church\, 504 W Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20211216T203811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205229Z UID:10000032-1658325600-1658329200@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Y'All Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. \nWhen\nThe third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST \nEach gathering is about 30 minutes and includes: \n\nWelcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello\nSomething to reflect on\, such as a reading or video\nIndividual reflection\nSharing with a small group\nClosing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns\n\nHow to Connect\nConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer\, laptop\, iPad\, or smartphone. \nZoom link:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88914676024?pwd=bkQ4NElGVGdMbEpGV1F3aVV0cGFzdz09 \nMeeting ID: 889 1467 6024\nPasscode: 924569 \nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,88914676024#\,\,\,\,*924569# \nWhat You Need\nYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with\, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/yall-belong-here-an-inclusive-sacred-space-13/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220614T192538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205230Z UID:10000014-1658318400-1658322000@larchenc.org SUMMARY:"My Body is Not A Prayer Request" Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this 5 part book club series! We will be discussing Amy Kenny’s “My Body is Not a Prayer Request”. Everyone is welcome to join in this conversation. \nMeetings will be held on July 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, and August 3rd at 12:00pm EDT. \nThe first 15 people to commit to attending 2+ of the sessions will receive a free copy of Kenny’s book. To RSVP and be eligible to win\, visit tinyurl.com/larchebook \n \nThis book is written by a Christian author and references Christian texts. However\, persons of all religious and non-faith traditions are welcome to attend. \nBook Description: \n“Much of the church has forgotten that we worship a disabled God whose wounds survived resurrection\, says Amy Kenny. It is time for the church to start treating disabled people as full members of the body of Christ who have much more to offer than a miraculous cure narrative and to learn from their embodied experiences. \nWritten by a disabled Christian\, this book shows that the church is missing out on the prophetic witness and blessing of disability. Kenny reflects on her experiences inside the church to expose unintentional ableism and cast a new vision for Christian communities to engage disability justice. She shows that until we cultivate church spaces where people with disabilities can fully belong\, flourish\, and lead\, we are not valuing the diverse members of the body of Christ. \nOffering a unique blend of personal storytelling\, fresh and compelling writing\, biblical exegesis\, and practical application\, this book invites readers to participate in disability justice and create a more inclusive community in church and parachurch spaces. Engaging content such as reflection questions and top-ten lists are included.” URL:https://larchenc.org/event/bookdiscussion3/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220614T192119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205230Z UID:10000013-1657713600-1657717200@larchenc.org SUMMARY:"My Body is Not A Prayer Request" Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this 5 part book club series! We will be discussing Amy Kenny’s “My Body is Not a Prayer Request”. Everyone is welcome to join in this conversation. \nMeetings will be held on July 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, and August 3rd at 12:00pm EDT. \nThe first 15 people to commit to attending 2+ of the sessions will receive a free copy of Kenny’s book. To RSVP and be eligible to win\, visit tinyurl.com/larchebook \n \nThis book is written by a Christian author and references Christian texts. However\, persons of all religious and non-faith traditions are welcome to attend. \nBook Description: \n“Much of the church has forgotten that we worship a disabled God whose wounds survived resurrection\, says Amy Kenny. It is time for the church to start treating disabled people as full members of the body of Christ who have much more to offer than a miraculous cure narrative and to learn from their embodied experiences. \nWritten by a disabled Christian\, this book shows that the church is missing out on the prophetic witness and blessing of disability. Kenny reflects on her experiences inside the church to expose unintentional ableism and cast a new vision for Christian communities to engage disability justice. She shows that until we cultivate church spaces where people with disabilities can fully belong\, flourish\, and lead\, we are not valuing the diverse members of the body of Christ. \nOffering a unique blend of personal storytelling\, fresh and compelling writing\, biblical exegesis\, and practical application\, this book invites readers to participate in disability justice and create a more inclusive community in church and parachurch spaces. Engaging content such as reflection questions and top-ten lists are included.” URL:https://larchenc.org/event/bookdiscussion2/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220627T154452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205231Z UID:10000019-1657375200-1657378800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Summer Bingo with L'Arche NC! DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for Summer Bingo! To reserve a bingo card\, please RSVP HERE.  Once you have RSVP’d\, a Bingo Card will be emailed to you. \nClick HERE for the Zoom link. \nWe will be playing multiple rounds of bingo\, so be sure to have a way to mark your cards and clear them again (pieces of paper or coins can work well!). URL:https://larchenc.org/event/summerbingo/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220614T192025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205231Z UID:10000012-1657108800-1657112400@larchenc.org SUMMARY:"My Body is Not A Prayer Request" Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for this 5 part book club series! We will be discussing Amy Kenny’s “My Body is Not a Prayer Request”. Everyone is welcome to join in this conversation. \nMeetings will be held on July 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, 27th\, and August 3rd at 12:00pm EDT. \nThe first 15 people to commit to attending 2+ of the sessions will receive a free copy of Kenny’s book. To RSVP and be eligible to win\, visit tinyurl.com/larchebook \n \nThis book is written by a Christian author and references Christian texts. However\, persons of all religious and non-faith traditions are welcome to attend. \nBook Description: \n“Much of the church has forgotten that we worship a disabled God whose wounds survived resurrection\, says Amy Kenny. It is time for the church to start treating disabled people as full members of the body of Christ who have much more to offer than a miraculous cure narrative and to learn from their embodied experiences. \nWritten by a disabled Christian\, this book shows that the church is missing out on the prophetic witness and blessing of disability. Kenny reflects on her experiences inside the church to expose unintentional ableism and cast a new vision for Christian communities to engage disability justice. She shows that until we cultivate church spaces where people with disabilities can fully belong\, flourish\, and lead\, we are not valuing the diverse members of the body of Christ. \nOffering a unique blend of personal storytelling\, fresh and compelling writing\, biblical exegesis\, and practical application\, this book invites readers to participate in disability justice and create a more inclusive community in church and parachurch spaces. Engaging content such as reflection questions and top-ten lists are included.” URL:https://larchenc.org/event/bookdiscussion/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220519T154907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T232416Z UID:10000002-1656612000-1656615600@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Disability & Pride: A Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join L’Arche communities from Portland\, Tacoma\, and North Carolina for a virtual conversation on the intersections of Disabilities & Pride. Keynote speakers\, panelists\, and artists will reflect on what LGBTQIA means to the\, and how we can create more accessible\, inclusive communities across the country and beyond! \nRegister in advance at tinyurl.com/larchepride\n  \n ChrisTiana ObeySumner – Keynote Speaker \n\nChrisTiana ObeySumner is a Black/ Indigenous\, queer\, non-binary\, and multiply disabled person\, community organizer and activist. They are CEO and principal consultant of Epiphanies of Equity LLC — A social equity consulting firm that particularly specializes in social change\, intersectionality\, antiracism\, and disability justice. For two decades\, they’ve dedicated their life and career to amplifying the importance of social equity – defined as the lifelong work of deconstructing inequitable sociological impacts and products such as policies\, institutions\, cultures\, biases\, and constructs; and facilitating strategic and embodied pathways towards the construction of equitable processes\, accountability structures\, and outcomes. \n\n  \n  \nDeanna Parvin Yadollahi – Artist & Panelist \nDeanna Parvin Yadollahi (they/them) is a fat\, disabled\, neurodivergent\, mad\, non-binary\, diasporic mixed-race Iranian and Toltec-Mexican community activist\, friend\, and dog parent. Deanna’s scholar-art-activism is informed by their lived experience and both with and for their communities. Deanna is passionate about collaboratively undoing ableism and intersecting oppressions\, especially as it relates to collective accessibility. They hope to enact institutional change and radical reimagination that will lead to more supportive and just realities. Deanna enjoys making connections with people and journeying with others to find creative ways to navigate a world that wasn’t made for all of us. Deanna’s work includes community-building\, resource-creating\, presenting\, writing\, being an access doula\, and Deanna’s Creative Access Consulting practice. Their work is based in deep appreciation for disability justice\, which is intersectional and calls for cross-movement solidarity as well as community-advocated accessibility practices. Deanna is pursuing a Master’s degree in Disability Studies\, and most highly values knowledge that is co-created within their communities. Deanna acknowledges\, with respect\, that they are a settler on the lands of the Kizh Nation. They support the LandBack movement\, Climate Justice\, acknowledging historic and intergenerational oppression\, and dismantling its continuations today. At this time\, you can follow Deanna on instagram @undoing_ableism and visit Deanna’s working draft website (bit.ly/D-Y-Scholarship)! \nRebecca Schultz – Artist \n\nRebekah Schultz is an artist and second year graduate student at Duke Divinity School\, studying the intersection of theology and art. She works in acrylic painting and wood block printing\, exploring art as worship\, prayer\, protest\, and joy. Her art often reflects on the community she’s in and portrays the people around her. Currently\, Rebekah lives in an intentional community of Disabled young adults and Duke students who share meals\, prayers\, game nights\, and life together. Rebekah’s art has been published in the Children and Youth Artist’s Grief Deck by Artists’ Literacies Institute. She also received the 2022 C. Eric Lincoln Theology and Arts Fellowship from Duke University Chapel for her collection of prints: “Communion of Saints: A Reflection on the Body of Christ Through Time and Space.” \n\n  \nNicholas Herd – Panelist \n\nNicholas Herd is an accomplished actor\, artist\, and Disability advocate. In 2007\, Nicholas became one of the founding members of L’Arche Toronto’s Sol-Express Theatre Arts Program. His work has been featured and performed in many festivals across Canada. Nicholas also hosts a talk show\, currently on The Disability Channel\, called “Keeping it Real with Nick”. Nicholas was recently appointed Creative Advocacy Head Director with L’Arche Canada. Nicholas worked as Creative Director with the team that produced an animated video to accompany singer Jordan Hart’s song “Freedom”. The film’s success made Nicholas the first filmmaker with Down Syndrome to be long-listed for an Academy Award. He is committed to advocating for those with disabilities\, and strives to be a role model for all people with disabilities trying to live their lives authentically and courageously. \n  \n \n\nRebel Black – Panelist \nRebel Black (he/him pronouns) is a queer\, agender\, multiracial person with a history of poverty and houselessness. He lives with multiple disabilities that are the source of his creativity and generative processes. Rebel is the founder and President of Disability Justice Dreaming\, a Portland OR-based\, inter/national Disability Justice gathering space that focuses on disabled art\, justice\, culture\, leadership\, and more\, by and for Queer and Trans (QT) + Black\, Indigenous\, Multiracial\, and People of Color (BIPOC). As their mission says\, “From our beds and our ventilators\, we think generationally and work for liberation and a reindigenized world.” \nIn November\, Rebel has been invited to Vancouver B.C. as a guest artist at the Vancouver Art Gallery. He will bring the Disability Justice Dreaming Sessions he designed to the museum and to Disabled communities in Vancouver. Part of Rebel’s dream is to pollinate cross-border Disability Justice relationships and hopefully bring the Dreaming Sessions to other galleries\, museums\, and community spaces within the United States and Canada. \nAzrael Burton – Panelist \nAzrael Burton (xe/they) is a queer\, neurodivergent\, interracial college student working toward a degree in Women and Gender Studies with a Minor in Sexuality Studies. Xe is driven by furthering sex education into a more intersectional arena\, as xis lived experience is inherently intersectional. They believe marginalized voices are often neglected in academic conversations surrounding gender\, sex\, and sexuality and strives to uplift those primary source experiences as equally important. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/disabilityandpride/ CATEGORIES:Learn Together END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T193000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220516T184352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205321Z UID:10000001-1655402400-1655407800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Cooking with Community: Dog Treats for Donation DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of cooking dog treats for donation to a local shelter! We will be gathering to cook in the kitchen space of Duke Memorial United Methodist Church in Durham\, NC. A pizza dinner will be provided for all who attend. \nRegistration will be capped at 30 people. \nTo attend\, please RSVP here! \nPlease note that the recipe we will be following will use peanut butter. Please exercise caution if you or a loved one have an allergy\, as we cannot guarantee there will not be cross-contamination. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/dogtreats/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220526T134645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T205232Z UID:10000006-1655301600-1655305200@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Y'All Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. \nWhen\nThe third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST \nEach gathering is about 30 minutes and includes: \n\nWelcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello\nSomething to reflect on\, such as a reading or video\nIndividual reflection\nSharing with a small group\nClosing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns\n\nHow to Connect\nConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer\, laptop\, iPad\, or smartphone. \nZoom link:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88914676024?pwd=bkQ4NElGVGdMbEpGV1F3aVV0cGFzdz09 \nMeeting ID: 889 1467 6024\nPasscode: 924569 \nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,88914676024#\,\,\,\,*924569# \nWhat You Need\nYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with\, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time. \n  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/yall-belong-here-an-inclusive-sacred-space-19/ CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220510T200003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T220721Z UID:10000033-1654714800-1654718400@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Prayer Night with St. Thomas More Catholic Church DESCRIPTION:Join L’Arche North Carolina for an evening of prayer on the theme of “JOY”! This event will be held in the St. John Fisher Chapel at 632 Laurel Hill Rd\, Chapel Hill\, NC. \nAll are welcome to gather with us for this evening of accessible prayer. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/stmprayer/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20211216T203642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T203642Z UID:10000031-1652882400-1652886000@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Y'All Belong Here: an inclusive sacred space DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join L’Arche Atlanta and L’Arche North Carolina’s community of people with and without disabilities for our monthly interfaith virtual prayer service. All religious and/or non-faith traditions are welcome in this gathering. \nWhen\nThe third Wednesday of every month at 2:00pm EST \nEach gathering is about 30 minutes and includes: \n\nWelcome and passing of the peace/sharing hello\nSomething to reflect on\, such as a reading or video\nIndividual reflection\nSharing with a small group\nClosing with community prayers of joys and/or concerns\n\nHow to Connect\nConnect via Zoom — you can download Zoom on a computer\, laptop\, iPad\, or smartphone. \nZoom link:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88914676024?pwd=bkQ4NElGVGdMbEpGV1F3aVV0cGFzdz09 \nMeeting ID: 889 1467 6024\nPasscode: 924569 \nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,88914676024#\,\,\,\,*924569# \nWhat You Need\nYou are welcome to bring paper and something to draw with\, if you would like to draw during the personal reflection time. URL:https://larchenc.org/event/yall-belong-here-an-inclusive-sacred-space-12/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T082635 CREATED:20220425T154134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220507T115131Z UID:10000037-1651921200-1651924800@larchenc.org SUMMARY:Accessible Yoga May 7 - NOW ON ZOOM DESCRIPTION:Due to a family emergency\, we will ONLY be meeting on ZOOM for Accessible Yoga.\n\nJoin this community event from the comfort of your own home!\n\nALL are welcome to join this community gathering. \n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85161462326?pwd=bnQxZVJNaXhMaVJUVlJSV3hrSFlrdz09 \n\nWe are looking forward to a morning of Accessible Yoga! This free class will have something for EVERY body. We’ll practice ways of mindfully being with our breath and our bodies through gentle movement and postures. No yoga experience is required :) This is great for beginners!\n\nIf you have a yoga mat you can have it ready for the Zoom. If not\, a beach towel will work just fine. \nSee you soon on Zoom! \n—- \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85161462326?pwd=bnQxZVJNaXhMaVJUVlJSV3hrSFlrdz09 \nMeeting ID: 851 6146 2326 \nPasscode: 602535 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,85161462326#\,\,\,\,*602535# US (Chicago) \n+16468769923\,\,85161462326#\,\,\,\,*602535# US (New York) \nDial by your location \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n        +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) \n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n        +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) \n        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) \n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nMeeting ID: 851 6146 2326 \nPasscode: 602535 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kdXnqv1cpU \n  \n  \n  URL:https://larchenc.org/event/accessibleyoga/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR