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“Our Faith, Their Future: Speaking Truth to Power for the Sake of the Child”
This sermon explores the spiritual imperative to overcome fear and advocate for the systemic needs of children in the American South. Drawing upon the bold prophetic tradition of ancient scriptures (including Isaiah, Proverbs, and Joshua) and the historic, calculated courage of Rosa Parks, this sermon challenges the congregation to put Unitarian Universalist values into concrete action.…
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Your Voice Matters: Let’s Advocate for Children!
How do we build policies and strengthen public investments that insure each child has the opportunity to thrive? Each of us can play a role in bringing the voices of families, educators, and concerns of community members directly to lawmakers. Learn more about how you can make your voice heard at the state and federal…
In-Person Services, Columbia, SC Sundays 11AM
Speaker: Deborah DePaoli
Deborah DePaoli started her career in public education and community development at the age of seventeen, working with migrant farmworkers and their children in Southern California. She served for years as a public-school teacher and administrator working with vulnerable students: second language learners, under-resourced preschoolers, and the children of low-wage earners. Deborah has lived in South Carolina for 20 years where she currently works for the Institute for Child Success engaging with families, agencies, and elected officials to advocate for children. She is also an entrepreneur and real estate investor. Deborah is most passionate about improving access to high-quality education for all children, democratic engagement, and real opportunities for establishing generational wealth.