How urban collectives can transform neighborhoods

you are invited

Join us at our next quarterly FCS Open House October 25 and 26, 2012 at FCS (Focused Community Strategies). Hear the story and strategy of FCS from Dr. Bob Lupton, Rev. Leroy Barber and Katie Delp, along with various FCS directors and staff. Experience the neighborhood where FCS is currently giving energy in historic South Atlanta, and enjoy breakout dialogues focused on specific issues.

going deeper

What does it mean to participate in transforming a distressed neighborhood? Are you doing more harm than good? Are we asking the right questions? FCS Urban Ministries celebrates 30 years of learning in the heart of urban Atlanta. Hear the story of FCS from Dr. Bob Lupton, and discover how questions shape neighborhood action. Hear from FCS directors and staff about ways to collaborate, cut costs and join God in the city. As an urban collective, FCS currently has thirteen diverse groups working together within one distressed, yet beautiful neighborhood to bring about God’s Shalom. Bring your questions. Let’s learn together.

what to expect

§ Discover how questions shape neighborhood action

§ Recognize signs of a changing landscape in your neighborhood or city

§ Learn in an “open source” environment, sharing mutual ideas and resources

§ Explore practical vision and strategies for neighborhood action

§ Create a framework for neighboring in your context

Doors Open at 8:45 am on Thursday, October 25. Event begins at 9 am each day. The two-day experience ends on Friday, October 26 at 3 pm. Attendees are responsible to coordinate their own accommodations and food. Light refreshments will be provided, along with lunch both days. Cost is $50 per day ($30 per day for students).