DETROIT –
The LGBT Faith Project of the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion in conjunction with the Arcus Foundation announced the release and premiere of the DVD "Embracing Inclusion in Communities of Faith." The event and reception will be at the Ecumenical Theological Seminary, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 11.
The evening presentation will examine how individuals, congregation members and leaders of faith-based communities confront the challenge of full inclusion for LGBT people. The program format will include a special musical performance by the Sing Out Detroit LGBT Community Chorus as well as an opportunity to interact with the film producer and many of the individuals who participated in the DVD project. The DVD was produced by two-time Emmy Award winning Detroit based independent film producer Alexander Wright.
Program attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the DVD and learn how they can impact inclusion at their place of worship. Individuals can register for this FREE event by visiting http://www.miroundtable.org or call 313-870-1500 x109. The seminary is located at 2930 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48201. Light refreshments will be served.
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