Red Letter Revival Philly
You're invited to join Red Letter Christians for The Birthplace of Democracy: A Spiritual Pilgrimage
From our friends at Red Letter Christians
You're invited to join Red Letter Christians for The Birthplace of Democracy: A Spiritual Pilgrimage - a transformative pilgrimage through Philadelphia’s storied past, as part of a Red Letter Christians Philadelphia Revival. This walking pilgrimage invites believers to trace the paths of those who stood for justice and embodied the love of Christ in the face of oppression and inequality.
Designed by the Rev. Chaz Howard (University Chaplain and Vice President for Social Equity & Community at the University of Pennsylvania) and Lisa Sharon Harper (Thought-leader, activist, and President of FreedomRoad LLC), this pilgrimage aims to tell a compelling story centered on the rich history of the Black Church—a story that intersects with the broader narrative of faith and activism in America. By focusing on the rise of the Black Church, we gain new insights into the movement of the Holy Spirit during a pivotal era that helped establish democracy. We’ll explore how this movement not only inspired the Anti-Slavery and abolitionist efforts but also changed the trajectory of peace churches that partnered with Black leaders in the struggle for freedom.
With each stop, we’ll pause to offer prayers and blessings, led by voices committed to the Gospel’s call for justice, peace, and Becoming Beloved Community—right here and right now. Together, we will visit sites where faith and action intertwined, where cries for freedom were lifted, and where the seeds of a just society were planted.
Along the way, we’ll highlight key historical points, providing opportunities to delve deeper into both the rich tapestry of Philadelphia's religious history and the ongoing struggle for justice. This pilgrimage is more than a journey through history; it is a call to action. As we reflect on the legacy of those who came before us, we recognize the work still to be done.
Learn more and register on our websiteÂ
 Click the red button that says "Get Tickets" and add a ticket for "The Birthplace of Democracy: A Spiritual Pilgrimage." You can use this same link to register just for this pilgrimage or all our Red Letter Revival, Philly events coming up this weekend!
Register for one or more of our free, public Red Letter Revival events taking place this weekend!
Learn more about all this and other free, public events on our website at redletterchristians.org/philly2024 and register now at  to secure your spot. You don’t want to miss this powerful experience of reviving Jesus’ message of love and justice in a world that needs it so badly.
Any questions? Shoot us an email at revivals@redletterchristians.org and we'll help you out!
I can't wait to see you there!
In faith and solidarity,
Your Brother,Â
Shane Claiborne
As we pull together these culture-shaping events, we'll be releasing more news and ways to get involved across social media. Stay in the loop by following along there too!
Fuel this Revival by making a gift!
P.S. Can’t make this Philly-based event? We have one final Revival coming up - completely virtually! - in the four days leading up to the election. Could you make your most generous gift today to keep our planning smooth and impactful as we co-create a new vision for how Christianity can show up in this election season? Every little bit helps!Â
P.P.S. Forward this email to a friend and invite them to join you! These events are free, open to the public, and great for all ages. Bring your family, your prayer circle, your friends - any one interested in grappling with what Jesus is calling us to do in a time such as this. I can't wait to see you there.
The Narrative Gap, as coined by Lisa Sharon Harper, is the distance between the stories that we tell ourselves about ourselves, including how we got here and what it will take to make things right. In our world today, competing narratives vie for our loyalty, dividing society and the church, therefore making justice impossible. Our mission is help communities shrink the narrative gap, by identifying core issues and building community capacity so they might work toward common solutions for a just world. Here on the Freedom Road Substack, we can converse together on ways to shrink that narrative gap and help ensure everyones’ stories are told.
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