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| Humanist Chaplaincy Reflection and Study Break
Monday, December 8, 9 pm, Interfaith Center
In trying times, we might look to our connections with one another for support, both surviving and organizing--but what does "community" mean to you? What makes a community safe to you, and how do your values and experiences inspire you to want to change those that you identify with now? Mindful of the ongoing struggle for racial justice right now in Ferguson and across America, the final small group reflection for the semester with the Humanist Chaplaincy at Tufts will center on community and support, and the ways we can all work to improve those in our world today. We will draw on two quotes from Civil Rights leader and avowed Humanist A. Philip Randolph to inspire our discussion. The reflection will be at 9pm on Monday, December 8th, in the Interfaith Center. Afterwards, at 10pm, will be a study break hosted by the Humanist Chaplaincy at Tufts and the Tufts Freethought Society, with free refreshments and music and time to relax. All are welcome to either or both! Contact Walker Bristol with questions.
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| Religious and Philosophical Life Programs
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| A Message of Solidarity for Racial Justice Making
The University Chaplaincy wants to offer its admiration and support to the many Tufts students, faculty, and staff who have devoted themselves to the cause of justice—against the racism that not only underpins many institutions in America but that also shapes and impacts our own campus community. Our team of chaplains are caregivers who recognize the emotional and spiritual distress that people in our community, and particularly people of color, are feeling as they approach an already busy period of the semester. As we all work to fight for justice in our own ways and through our own social positions, we want to remind all on campus that we are here for you, to support and advocate with you, and to listen to you in times of need. Goddard Chapel and the Interfaith Center welcome all to drop in to meet, to organize, or just to recharge, and you are encouraged to contact anyone on the chaplaincy staff for care and support, or to seek a referral to another trusted caregiver. We want to affirm that you are in our minds and hearts at this time and always, and we pledge to work alongside you towards a better world. Giving Tree
The Catholic Community at Tufts has set up a Giving Tree in the back of Goddard Chapel. There are 65 ornaments on the tree representing 65 children from St. Patrick’s parish in Roxbury. Each child’s name, age, and gender are written on an ornament. All are welcome anytime Goddard Chapel is open to take an ornament, and sign up to provide that child with a gift. You can sign up on the sheet next to the tree with your name, the child's name, and the number on the back of the ornament. You drop off the present in a collection box in Goddard on or before Sunday, December 14th and the Catholic Community at Tufts will deliver the gifts! The children are ages 3 - 7. Gifts should be around $10. Gifts do not need to be gender specific. If you are buying a doll, we ask that you please buy an African-American doll. Sponsored by the Catholic Community at Tufts.
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| Faith-to-Faith, Face-to-Face: It's All About Relationships - A Lecture by Eboo Patel sponsored by CIRCLE
Tuesday, December 9, 7:30 pm, Wilson Chapel at Andover Newton Theological School 210 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Andover Newton and Hebrew College formed CIRCLE (the Center for Inter-Religious and Communal Leadership Education) in 2008 to build genuine relationships between future ministers and rabbis who serve their call in a world often divided along religious lines. CIRCLE has expanded over the years to bring Muslim community fellows to the Hill and to allow rising religious leaders venues for personal writing and academic publishing online. Join Andover Newton, Hebrew College, and CIRCLE as we welcome activist and author Eboo Patel on Tuesday, Dec. 9, for a public lecture at 7:30 p.m. in Wilson Chapel. Patel's work as founder and president of the Interfaith Youth Core has taken him to the TEDx stage, the Clinton Global Initiative, and the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, as well as to President Obama's inaugural Advisory Council on Faith-Based Neighborhood Partnerships. For more information on Eboo Patel, you can watch his TEDx talk here.
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| Interfaith Peace Vigil: Building Pathways to Peace
Sabbath Weekend, Wednesday, December 10, 6:30-7:30 pm, Medford City Hall
Join the Medford faith communities in calling for an end to violence in our schools as we pause to remember the second anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary school shootings in Newtown, CT. There have been over 22,000 deaths due to gun violence in the US since the tragedy on December 14, 2014, including 205 children killed in gun violence in 2014 alone. Join us in honoring their memories by recommitting our community to the sacred task of building pathways to peace.
Sponsored by Grace Church's Peace Team In partnership with the 2014 National Vigil for Gun Violence Victims and National Gun Violence Prevention Shifting Realities: Dr. Khalil Shikaki on Palestinian Public Opinion
Sunday, December 14, 7:15 pm, Brookline, MA
We want to remind you to RSVP today to join us on December 14th, 2014 in Boston for an evening of discussion with renown Palestinian pollster Dr. Khalil Shikaki, who will speak about current Palestinian public opinion. Most recently Dr. Shikaki polled public opinion on peace in June, prior to the war in Gaza and again in August following the final cease-fire. We are delighted that Kehilat Israel’s Israel Engagement and Education committee is co-hosting and that Temple Beth Zion's Israel Committee is co-sponsoring the evening's timely program with us. The program will be held in Brookline, MA on December 14th at 7:15p.m. followed by small group discussions. Further venue information will be sent to those who RSVP to events@encounterprograms.org. When you RSVP, please include: The names and email addresses of all who will join you, your affiliations, and 1-2 sentences about why you want to attend and what you hope to gain from this evening. A suggested donation of $36 is appreciated. $18 for students.
The Longest Night Service
Wednesday, December 17, 7pm, Connexion Church, 149 Broadway, East Somerville
A multichurch and spiritual-but-not-necessarily-religious service for the shadow side of the season. Whatever you are going through grief for a loved one, overwhelm, depression, doubt or anger at the deep injustices embedded in our world come and find relief. Together we'll be singing, making art, lighting fire, receiving healing prayer and more. Queer-safe space, agnostic-and-atheist-safe-space. All are truly welcome. Contact Molly Baskette for more information.
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Partner Programs
Free exercise classes for the Tufts community during reading period!
December 9 and 10, Tisch Sports & Fitness Center Multi-purpose Room
Unwind and relax during reading period with free excercise classes! Classes include step aerobics, zumba, flow yoga, spinning, resotarive & mindfulness yoga, and power yoga. You can find a more detailed scheudle with times and classes here. Finals Hot Chocolate Study Break:
Friday, December 12, 9-11 pm, LGBT Center (226 College Ave.)
Need to take a break from studying for finals? Then come to the LGBT Center on Friday 12/12 anytime from 9-11 p.m. to enjoy a finals hot chocolate study break! We will have some holiday treats to snack on while you enjoy the different kinds of hot chocolate and toppings. We will also have a holiday movie playing, The Family Stone.
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Resources, Scholarships, and Opportunities
Volunteer at the Harvard Square Homeless Shelter this Winter Season
Friday, December 19 - Monday, January 26, Harvard Square Homeless Shelter
Looking to share some holiday cheer? The shelter and our guests would love to have your help at the Harvard Square Homeless Shelter! No previous experience or training required--just a willingness to lend a helping hand. Shifts are as short as 2 hours--a map of our location can be found here, and sign ups can be done here. We are always in need of extra hands over school holidays. We hope you will join us! If you have any questions, feel free to send an email to Kathleen Koenigs, Volunteer Director, at hshs.volunteer@gmail.com.
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Seeds of Peace - For Committed Ambassadors of Peace and Understanding
Seeds of Peace (SOP) works to support young Palestinians and Israelis to become leaders of peace. Based on the belief that “treaties are negotiated by governments; peace is made by people,” SOP brings together youth, and community educators, from both sides of intractable conflicts in the Middle East and South Asia to provide an opportunity to make deep connections with ‘the other side.’ While difficult work goes into these connections, they help transform the ways participants understand their conflict and the changes needed to create a viable peace. Once participants return home, SOP continues to offer critical support as they endeavor to become leaders of change. We will need people with varied skillsets, from graphic design, event planning, marketing, fundraising, and beyond, so no matter what your background, we would love to have you on board. If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact, tufts alum, Ati Waldman (ati.waldman@gmail.com) and Sarah Blinka (sarah.blinka@gmail.com). Tisch Summer Fellows
Career-launching fellowships open exclusively to Tufts students are available with nonprofits, government or public interest organizations in Washington D.C., New York City and Massachusetts in our host communities of Medford, Somerville and Chinatown. Fellows will engage in a meaningful summer experience, network with alumni mentors, and receive a stipend for their work. Applications and placements will be available in early December and will be due January 14th. Info Sessions held at Tisch College, Rabb Room, Lincoln Filene Hall: Monday, November 24 |12pm Tuesday, December 9 | 1pm For more, visit activecitizen.tufts.edu/tsf/ or contact Maggie.McMorrow@tufts.edu
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| Tufts Hillel Innovation Grants
Apply now at bit.ly/TuftsHillelGrant! Tufts Hillel Innovation Grants empower students with resources and support to plan and execute independent Jewish programming for the Tufts community. Successful events may be small or large, religious or secular, cultural or political, one-time or ongoing. Our hope is that the Innovation Grants will contribute to the diversity of Jewish activities on campus and provide a platform for anyone with an idea to make it a reality.
Don't worry if you're still tweaking your ideas--Program Associate Raechel Banks is available to work with you no matter what stage you find yourself in! If your application is selected for funding, you will be paired with Raechel to receive support as you move forward with your program.
For more information, contact Raechel at raechel.banks@tufts.edu or 617-627-3242. It Happens Here
Consent Culture Network is currently beginning to plan It Happens Here, an event that we launched here last year, to amplify the traditionally silenced voices of survivors, through speaking out about its reality here at Tufts. Sexual violence is gendered and racialized, and as such we want to do targeted outreach to historically marginalized communities with high rates of victimization who also rarely are given voice to speak to their experiences. We have a quick form for those who are interested in participating to fill out-- there are varying levels of involvement, from being part of our steering committee to being an usher for the event itself. It can be found here. Please email john_m.kelly@tufts.edu with any questions, comments, or concerns!
The application period for the Humanist Service Corps is now open - December 15, 2014
The Humanist Service Corps provides an avenue for humanists to engage in global cultural exchange while working to protect human rights and the environment. HSC partners with local organizations and individuals to encourage sustainable programs and practices in their communities. Click here to apply. Start South - Service Trip to Israel - December 22, 2014 - January 1, 2015
This December, the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation, Hillel International, Ayalim Student Association and local residents will come together to showcase the exceptional strength, resilience and creativity of Israel's southern communities. We invite you to join us for an unforgettable 10-day experience that will tap into your creative side as we explore the cultural landscape of Israel's south.The trip will culminate in a huge arts and culture festival in Sderot that YOU will take a lead role in organizing, in collaboration with local residents. The festival will feature prominent Israeli cultural figures alongside local talent and leadership. Apply now by clicking here to view the flyer. The Reproductive Rights Activist Service Corps (RRASC) - January 15
The RRASC is a 10-week paid summer internship program sponsored by the Civil Liberties and Public Policy Program at Hampshire College. Undergraduate students intern at reproductive rights and social justice organizations around the country. Organizations work on a wide array of issues from reproductive health, immigrant rights, food justice, LGBTQ rights, anti-violence, prison abolition, intimate partner abuse, labor rights, and public policy.Internship stipend is $3300, and eligibility requirements include:
* Must currently be an undergraduate student at a US college/university
* Must not be graduating in Spring/Summer 2015
* Must be able to attend the CLPP Conference in Amherst, MA, April 10-12, 2015 (CLPP will cover all travel costs for students who live outside of Western Massachusetts)
More information and an application is available here.
Camp Unirondack, co-sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Binghamton and by Camp Unirondack - April 1
Have you ever wanted to relive the joys of youth camp days as an adult with your peers? Have you been wanting to connect with like-minded young adults in the Unitarian Univeraslist community? Are you finding it difficult to create a faith-based peer group experience in your community? On June 5-7 at Camp Unirondack, young adults from throughout the region will be coming together to reconnect with friends and make new ones. Join us for a lively weekend in the gorgeous woods of the western Adirondacks, where our activities will be self-selected from such shenanigans as a masquerade ball, quidditch lessons, deep discussions, music, and much more! The weekend is open to 18-30 year-olds from the UU community and like-minded people. Fee: $50 ($45 before April 1).
Contact Tracy Hollands here to help organize workshops and activities to make this weekend great! Register now here to reserve your spot! Email the director here for further registration info.
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| Counseling and Mental Health Services - Free and Confidential Groups- Anxiety and Stress Reduction Group: Session 2 - Wednesdays, 11/5/14-12/10/14, 10:30-11:45 am
For more information on each group, click here.
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Weekly Gatherings
Baha'i: Please see our website for student leader contact information
Buddhist: Thursdays, 8:30-10 am, Goddard Chapel; Sundays, 7 pm, Rabb Room, Lincoln-Filene Center
CAFE/Interfaith: Please see our website for student leader contact information.
Catholic: Mass: Sundays, 10 pm, Goddard Chapel, Reconciliation or Contemplative Prayer: Friday, 3-5 pm, Interfaith Center, Pizza and Prayer: Every other Friday (starting 9/19), 6:30 pm, Interfaith Center
Christian Scientist: Please see our website for student leader contact information. Freethought/Humanist: Weekly Discussion Meetings: Thursdays, 7:30 pm, Eaton Hall 202; Please see their
calendar for jam sessions, community dinners, and other events
Hindu: Tuesdays, 5-6:30 pm, Goddard Chapel
Jewish: Conservative & Reform Shabbat Services: Fridays, 6 pm; Saturdays, 10:30 am, Granoff Family Hillel Center; Hillel Shabbat Dinner: Fridays, 7:15 pm, Granoff Family Hillel Center; Chabad Shabbat Dinner: Fridays, 6:45 pm, Rohr Chabad House; Chabad Shabbat Service: Fridays, 7:30 pm, Rohr Chabad House
Latter Day Saints: Thursdays, 8 pm, Hillside 120
Mainline/Progressive Protestant: Worship Service: Sundays, 7 pm, Goddard Chapel; Book Group: Mondays, Noon, Tower Cafe; Noonday Prayer and Lunch: Wednesdays, Noon, Interfaith Center; Spiritual Formation Small Group (Compline): Thursdays, 9:15 pm, Goddard Chapel
Muslim: Jumah Prayer: Fridays, 1:15 pm, Interfaith Center; Chaplain Facilitated Qur'an and Arabic Circles: Fridays, 2:15-3 pm, Interfaith Center
Non-denominational Protestant: Thursdays, 7:30-9 pm, Interfaith Center
Orthodox Christian: Mondays, 8 pm, Campus Center, Room 207
Seventh Day Adventist: Mondays, 7-8 pm, Campus Center, Room 012 Sikh: Please see our website for student leader contact information
Unitarian Universalist: Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 pm, Interfaith Center For information about communities not listed, please contact the University Chaplaincy at chaplaincy@tufts.edu
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| About the University Chaplaincy Enews
The University Chaplaincy Enews is published weekly by the Tufts University Chaplaincy to promote programs and opportunities related to spirituality, ethics, culture, and social justice. To propose announcements for inclusion please contact chaplaincy@tufts.edu.
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The Tufts University Chaplaincy is a dynamic hub supporting religious, spiritual, ethical, and cultural life for all members of the Tufts community. We provide pastoral care, support religious and philosophical communities, educate about spiritual and ethical issues in society and the world, and promote multifaith engagement.
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