February 28-March 1

Pilgrimage Interest Form | Due Feb. 16

Join with Durhamites from St. John’s and Mount Level as a group of "pilgrims" in a full weekend experience first pioneered over a decade ago by Blacknall's Chris Rice and now run by DurhamCares in partnership with the Duke Center for Reconciliation. DurhamCares describes the Durham Pilgrimage of Pain and Hope as "a journey into the story of Durham, the story of God, and our own stories as pilgrims" that, "through encounters that foster a posture of listening and reflection," aims to help us "see how our discipleship impacts, and is impacted by, the place we live."

Full participation in the program is important. This includes a pre-meeting on Tuesday evening Feb. 25; the Pilgrimage weekend; and a debrief follow up meeting (TBD). The Pilgrimage runs 3 pm - 8:30 pm on Friday Feb. 28; 8:45 am - 7:30 pm on Saturday, February 29; and 7:30 am - 4 pm on Sunday, March 1.

This program is organized by Blacknall's Durham Ministries and Engagement Team (DMET) and is subsidized by Blacknall. We hope for a racially diverse group of approximately 20 from the three churches to deepen the program's immersive learning, the relationships between our churches, and the conversations in our city about race. For more information, go to the "Pilgrimage" tab on the DurhamCares website or email DMET chair Warren Gould.

The fee to participate, including meals, is $150. Financial assistance may be requested. If you are interested in participating, you must fill out the Pilgrimage Interest Form by Feb. 16.