Peace Weekend @ Reedwood April 18, 2008

Friday, April 18th Movie The Conscientious Objector , 7pm

An inspirational story of patriotism and faith, The Conscientious Objector is an award-winning documentary which tells the incredible true story of Desmond T. Doss, a World War II hero who never once touched a firearm. Desmond's story is a life-affirming account of a peaceful man whose religious beliefs spurred him to renounce all weapons, even on the most dangerous of missions. Still he miraculously saved countless lives on the front lines. A Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, Desmond T. Doss stands as a testament to the overwhelming potential found inside every one of us to do good.

Child Care, Popcorn, and Drinks will be provided.

Saturday, April 19th A Day with Peacemakers, 9am 1pm

We will spend the day in various breakout sessions meeting with Conscientious Objectors from various American wars. We will hear their stories. Then we will be given opportunities to work on our own statements of conscience. Representatives from Christian Peacemaker Teams, the Oregon Community of War Tax Resistance, and the Alternatives to Violence Project will be joining us for presentation and discussion. An Iraq war veteran will also join us to share his story.

Sunday, April 20th Colin Saxton sermon on Peace, 9:30am

Colin is the superintendent of Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends.

April 18th April 20th - Eyes Wide Open, the American Friends Service Committees widely-acclaimed exhibition on the human cost of the Iraq War, features a pair of boots honoring each U.S. military casualty, a field of shoes and a Wall of Remembrance to memorialize the Iraqis killed in the conflict, and a multimedia display exploring the history, cost and consequences of the war.

Reedwood is located behind Reed College @ 2901 SE Steele Street. For further info, contact Barry Frisby @ barry@reedwood.org or 503-234-5017 ext. 15

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