The DSA Religion and Socialism WG invite you to an in-person evening discussion with theologian Joerg Rieger on his ideas of building alliances through deep solidarity.

Dr. Rieger is a professor of Christian theology and ordained minister of the United Methodist Church whose work emphasizes economic justice and political movements. His new book, Theology in the Capitalocene: Ecology, Identity, Class, and Solidarity expands on these themes. From the publisher:

In this incisive and compelling new book, Joerg Rieger takes a new look at the things that cause unease and discomfort in our time, leading to the growing destruction and death of people and the planet. Only when these causes are understood, he argues, can real alternatives be developed.

And yet, understanding is only a start. Solidarity, and the willingness to work at the seemingly impossible intersections of everything–the triad of gender, race, and class, yes, but more beyond–must mark the work of theology.

Without solidarities that match the complexities of our world, the best we can hope for is inclusion in the dominant system but hardly the systemic change and liberation we so desperately need.

Bring food to share if you can. All are welcome.

There will also be a Zoom option. Registration is required to access the Zoom meeting. Please register below: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsf-murz4iH9HFNkWAhrS4hlcZICJ9fK27

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