Sojourn Exercises
RACE: The Difference Between Us
In this video learners will be presented with research on the some of the biological facts that differentiate the races. It should be clear by the end of the video that race is assigned to a person based on their appearance; thus a social construct.
Allow at least 2 hours
Other Side of US Border Policy
Discussion of three articles from Sojourners Discussion Guide on Immigration first in small groups then in large group
Allow at least 45 minutes for discussion
When did you first think of yourself as having a race?
Exercise to get people thinking about their own experience with race
Allow at least 30 minutes
Part of the Club
Introductory exercise to begin white learners in thinking about their own experience with race
Allow at least 30 minutes
Sojourn Lectio Divina - need scripture
Lectio Divina is an ancient Christian practice where passages of scripture are read and participants reflect on the meaning that occurs to them. This practice can be easily adapted to other traditions using readings from that tradition.
Allow at least 20-30 minutes.
Material Support for No More Deaths
Support an organization working to protect basic human rights for people who cross the Mexico-Arizona border.