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Wedgewood is a culturally diverse, service-oriented, interfaith church in Charlotte, NC with members who are Progressive Christians, Buddhists, Muslims, Pagans, Atheists, Agnostics, and many other faith journeys and perspectives. When we say everyone is welcome at Wedgewood, we mean EVERYONE! Join us as we try to change the world.
Sunday, August 2nd:
“Love Heals” (Ted Talk with Dr. Julie Rake) led by Melba Evans​
Last Sunday, Shea Watts led a discussion on how artificial intelligence is changing the world, particularly the way it influences human relationships. AI is reshaping how people experience intimacy, communication, and emotional support. Relying on technology too heavily may diminish the depth and authenticity of genuine human connection.
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This Sunday’s topic, “Love Heals “is a follow up discussion on that topic. As artificial intelligence reshapes our world with dizzying speed, we are faced with an urgent question: what does it mean to stay human in a time when so much is becoming automated?
In this deeply reflective and timely talk, healthcare practitioner and systems thinker Dr. Julie Rake explores how true love is not a luxury in the digital age, but a necessity. Julie invites us to look beyond the surface of innovation and into the deeper cost of disconnection to our shared humanity.
Join us this Sunday as Julie calls us to reclaim the most ancient technology we possess: our ability to be present, attuned, and in relationship with one another.
Some questions to ponder this week:
When was the last time you spent an hour without a screen?
We are living through a time of enormous disconnection and emotional exhaustion. What habits help you stay grounded?
Is being constantly connected making us less connected?
Just because we can automate something, should we? Who decides?
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10:30 AM: Coffee & Conversation
11:00 AM: Sunday Service
12:00 PM: After the Amen
Join us for our next Monthly Meetup
at Optimist Hall!
Looking for a relaxed way to connect with others? Join us at Optimist Hall, one of Charlotte's favorite gathering places, featuring a wide variety of local food vendors, plenty of seating, and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you're craving tacos, pizza, dumplings, barbecue, dessert, or something completely different, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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"My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness."
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His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama
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Land Acknowledgement
As a community that considers social justice to be a cornerstone of who we are, we would like to acknowledge that the land that Wedgewood is on the unceded land of the Xuali, known today as the Cheraw, as well as the Esaw, now known as the Catawba, and the Sugaree people.
