Bishop Peter Rosazza Social Justice Conference
About the Conference
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The Annual Social Justice Conference was first conceived in 2010, to recognize then-Auxiliary Bishop Peter A. Rosazza on the occasion of his 75th birthday. A tireless advocate and active worker for social justice, Bishop Rosazza acted as the Archbishop's Representative to the Board of Directors of the Office of Urban Affairs, and later the Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry. To recognize his many years of support and service to the Office, the conference was named in his honor. The only event of its kind in the region, the Conference attracts parish leaders, educators, volunteers and youth from across the Archdiocese and beyond for a day of education, prayer and conversation. The Conference offers those engaged in social justice ministry, both newcomers and veterans, an opportunity to learn more about current issues from experienced practitioners and to share ideas and best practices with colleagues from different settings. A Keynote address and networking opportunities round out the day. |
2021 Bishop Peter Rosazza Social Justice Conference
"Rooted in Faith- Walking Humbly with God"
This conference concludes the Office’s year-long Open Wide our Hearts webinar series in response to the US Bishops’ Pastoral Letter against Racism.The conference includes a keynote address by New Orleans Auxiliary Bishop Fernand Cheri, prayer, and workshop options. It will provide a broadened understanding of racism as a life issue and our role and responsibility in developing and nurturing anti-racist attitudes to address the sin of racism.
During the conference, 2 different breakout workshop sessions will be available as well as remarks and reflections from Archbishop Blair and Bishop Rosazza and a Keynote address by New Orleans Auxiliary Bishop Fernand Cheri
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Keynote speaker: revivalist and preacher, New Orleans Auxiliary Bishop Fernand Cheri Addressing Racism in Contemporary Culture. |
Conference Schedule
- Opening Prayer
- Opening Remarks - Archbishop Blair
- Faith & Justice Award Presentation
- Keynote address by Bishop Fernand J. Cheri, auxiliary bishop of New Orleans
- Reflections - Bishop Rosazza
- Break
- Workshop Sessions
- Virtual Visit with Faith-based Organizing Groups
- Closing Remarks
Breakout Workshop Choices
Rev. Ryan Lerner
“If we Catholics are pro life than why don’t we turn out for Black Lives Matter
the way we do for the March for Life?”
In this workshop, Fr Ryan Lerner reflects on ministry and heeding the call to conversion during the summer of racial reckoning, and the turn from 2020 into 2021.
Fr. Lerner was appointed 8th Chaplain for Saint Thomas More Catholic Chapel & Center at Yale University in March 2019. He is a native of Manchester, CT. He holds a B.A. in History and Religion and a M.A. in Public Policy from Trinity College. He was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Hartford in 2014. He served as Parochial Vicar at St. Margaret Parish in Madison, and recently as Secretary to the Archbishop, Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Hartford and priest associate at Trinity College in Hartford.
“If we Catholics are pro life than why don’t we turn out for Black Lives Matter
the way we do for the March for Life?”
In this workshop, Fr Ryan Lerner reflects on ministry and heeding the call to conversion during the summer of racial reckoning, and the turn from 2020 into 2021.
Fr. Lerner was appointed 8th Chaplain for Saint Thomas More Catholic Chapel & Center at Yale University in March 2019. He is a native of Manchester, CT. He holds a B.A. in History and Religion and a M.A. in Public Policy from Trinity College. He was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Hartford in 2014. He served as Parochial Vicar at St. Margaret Parish in Madison, and recently as Secretary to the Archbishop, Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Hartford and priest associate at Trinity College in Hartford.
Nicole Miller
“Biased? Who me?”
In this workshop, Nicole will explore the identity iceberg and examine how biases limits how we see ourselves and others.
Nicole currently serves as the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at Goodwin University where she moderates various panels, conversations and trainings on anti-racist and anti-bias teaching practices. Furthermore, she is diversity trainer for the Anti-Defamation League. Additionally, Nicole is a doctoral student at Northeastern University pursuing an Ed.D. in Curriculum, Teaching, Learning and Leadership with a focus on Social Justice. Her life mission is to dismantle systemic racism and eradicate white supremacy by re-educating America one community at a time.
“Biased? Who me?”
In this workshop, Nicole will explore the identity iceberg and examine how biases limits how we see ourselves and others.
Nicole currently serves as the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at Goodwin University where she moderates various panels, conversations and trainings on anti-racist and anti-bias teaching practices. Furthermore, she is diversity trainer for the Anti-Defamation League. Additionally, Nicole is a doctoral student at Northeastern University pursuing an Ed.D. in Curriculum, Teaching, Learning and Leadership with a focus on Social Justice. Her life mission is to dismantle systemic racism and eradicate white supremacy by re-educating America one community at a time.