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Coffee With: Franklyn James Webinar Replay

Thanks for joining us for our webinar, Coffee With: Franklyn James – Celebrating Black History! If you missed the conversation with Franklyn, here is the replay!

Rev. Franklyn James is a theologian, poet, educator, and passionate advocate for social justice. Originally from Kingston, Jamaica, he now serves as the minister at West River United Church in Cornwall, Prince Edward Island. With extensive experience as an author and educator, Franklyn has devoted his career to fostering holistic growth and empowerment. He is also a valued member of the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee and chairs the Black Clergy Network.

“Why are we celebrating Black History Month?” Franklyn asks in the webinar. “And what are we celebrating?” He shares that if he is wondering about this, then surely others are as well. He suggests framing Black History Month this way: “Cause, celebration, and continuity.” Find out what he means by clicking the webinar recording below!

Webinar Replay

Watch the replay of our webinar Coffee With: Franklyn James

Resources

Check out our past blog about a Black Clergy Network gathering last Spring.

Learn more about the Black Clergy Network.

Support the Black Clergy Scholarship Fund by making a gift here. Thank you!

Our “Coffee With” series is a new way of inviting you into the work of various figures across the United Church of Canada. Timely, relevant, and intimate, these half-hour webinar sessions are easy to fit into your lunch hour or coffee break! See you next time!