Anti-Racism Update 11.19.25

AR QUIZ

• Who wrote this poem: Meeting for Worship After awhile, after the settling down, waiting, in the deep quiet time. We are embraced by the silence that was there, expecting us when we entered.

EDUCATION

• Celebrating Indigenous History: Explore the many contributions of First Nations in Wisconsin and celebrate the rich culture of Indigenous people today. This Native American Heritage month, see the many resources and offerings available from the Wisconsin Historical Society.
• Madison and Wisconsin’s First Thanksgiving: As many people prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving next week, learn about the history of Thanksgiving in Madison and Wisconsin, including Ho-Chunk harvest traditions. https://isthmus.com/isthmus-giving/madison-and-wisconsins-first-thanksgivings/

ACTION

• Seven Native American Chefs share recipes for Thanksgiving along with political analysis on the history of the holiday (see introduction of article for more detail and many insightful links) https://nativenewsonline.net/arts-entertainment/seven-native-american-chefs-share-thanksgiving-recipes
• Attend Book Launch: Racial Justice for the Long Haul: How White Christian Advocates Persevere (and Why). Racial justice is often framed in despair, yet Jeske’s work points us toward a sustainable hope—one that acknowledges suffering while cultivating perseverance, grace, and love. Together, we’ll hear stories of believers bridging divides, reckon with faltering moments, and wrestle with the question: “Dare we even to hope?” December 6th 6:30pm. Upper House. 265 East Campus Mall, Suite 200 Madison, WI 53715. Registration and more info: https://upperhouse.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/upperhouse/eventRegistration.jsp?event=340&

AR QUIZ ANSWER

• Helen Morgan Brooks (1904-1989). Find more in the book, Black Fire. There is a copy at the Meetinghouse in the Anti-Racism collection in the Friends Room.

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