The St. Anthony's Elementary School Choir (part of the Brainpower Connection) shared with us song of Peace
Minister Angela Pittman New Creation Christian Fellowship shared a Pantomime of "I Believe I Can Fly"
sharing the message of hope and belief that we can do anything we set our hearts to.
Sr. Martha Ann Kirk, CCVI shares with us a drama performance of "Fools Turn to Violence - Wisdom Prepares a Feast"
A part of the University's dedication to promoting Peace...the UIW Community decalred a proclamation promoting and end to Domestic Violence.
Dr. Carol Claflin, Psychology Professor reads the Proclamation
Peer Minister of Peace & Justice, Becky Quigley invites UIW Community Members to sign the Proclamation
To close our Opening Ceremony, Peer Minister Miguel Ochoa led us in the day's theme song...
"Get Together" by the Youngbloods
Our day continued with speakers and our Community Agency Fair...
We had about 35 agencies from around the nation...Catholic Worker House, City Year, Sisters of Mercy, local churches, Women's Global Connection and much much more. It was a time for students, faculty, and staff to gather information for community service.
A the 12 noon, we gathered to pray for peace in our world.