This post is part of our Civic Engagement Series for August Recess. Faith & Community Empowerment (FACE) is a CCDA organizational member that builds brilliant partnerships "outside the church walls." Over their 20 years of existence, they have built strong collaborations with fellow churches, …
Education as Systemic Justice: A CCDA Reframe
“How sweet it is when we can gather together! It is like oil, running down Aaron’s beard…” (Psalm 133:2) I have been a 2nd grade, Kindergarten, and Music teacher for 7 years, served with refugee youth ministries for 5, and have been in administration as a principal, assistant principal, and …
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Immigration Advocacy from Charlotte, NC to the Border
By Angelica "Lica" Acosta Garnett I was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. At age 17, after graduating from high school, I moved to the United States with my parents and two sisters. I left all of the people I had ever known, my culture, my traditions, my language and my home to move to this …
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I’m From Uvalde
I’m from Uvalde. Now, when I say that, I am often met with a sigh, groan, or an awkward silence. Like many of you, I found out about the Robb Elementary School shooting through social media. Robb Elementary was the elementary school that I went to - now, it is a crime scene. My elementary school …
5 AAPI leaders in CCDA you need to know
AAPI month invites us to witness, celebrate, and connect with our Asian and Pacific Islander family. Meet the core group of leaders from our AAPIs in CCDA affinity network; they are committed to bridging and engaging in multilayered contexts. I hope you enjoy reading through these highlights and …
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Mental Health Resources for your Journey
Art by Morgan Harper Nichols It’s hard not to read through the Bible and see the glaring impact of mental health: unresolved trauma, blatant violence, grief, suffering, sadness, longing for acceptance and belonging, oppression, infidelity… the list goes on and on. These actions can remind us of …
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Supporting Mothers & Families
Did you know that CCDA is committed to supporting mothers and families in underresourced neighborhoods? Below is a list of CCDA members whose mission is to support mothers and families specifically. In addition, we included resources below to help you as you consider holistic ministry alongside …
Medicina on the Move
On Friday March 18, 2022, the CCDA Southwest Border Local Network, familia and community convened at the Tijuana-San Diego border to walk and talk through how God’s healing work has continually flowed even in the midst of a pandemic. The event's theme was, Rivers of Living Water: God's Healing Work …
