World Religions

Alexander Justice, Loyola Marymount University, Convener / Secretary

Members Present

  • Winette Field, William Booth College
  • Ellen Frost, Perkins School of Theology
  • Karla Grafton, Hartford International University
  • Alexander Justice, Loyola Marymount University

Agenda

  1. Old Business – none
  2. New Business
    1. Plan programming to fulfill Aims
      • Consensus formed to plan a field trip and a panel at Atla 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
      • Ellen will reach out to 2025 local host Michelle Spomer for help with proposal.
      • Group brainstormed possible sites: mosque, Buddhist center. Distance to suburban sites would present difficulty.
      • Additional brainstorming noted historically important synagogue and community Rodef Shalom.
      • Further conversation suggested panel on ecumenism in Pittsburgh, especially the ecumenical response to the tragic attack on Tree of Life synagogue.
      • Planning will continue on listserv.
    2. Update the WRIG LibGuide
      • Technically owned by PSIG, so need to coordinate with David Schmersal
      • Karla is updating the DEI LibGuide, so WRIG could also provide input .
    • Alexander will call for input via listserv.