Welcoming the Marginalized
Catherine McAuley Center is excited to invite you to be a part of a “Community Conversation” on Wednesday, May 22 at 3pm. 
At that time, we will be participating in a conference call with Peter Block. CMC is one of several area partners that are hosting conversations around “Welcoming the Marginalized.” We are inviting you because, as a supporter of the Catherine McAuley Center, you have demonstrated caring for those who are marginalized in our community. And we know that your participation will enrich the conversation!
Welcoming the Marginalized: When we befriend those on the margins of society by practicing hospitality and welcome, we create communities where justice can be lived out. Through these relationships, we will develop the new knowledge, practices, courage and commitment that lead to broad-based change.
Beyond this Invitation Conversation, you may decide to participate in continuing conversations. If you would like to review the Six Conversations that will be held in the next six months, please review the Community Conversations Partnership Flyer for more information or contact Greg White greg@cmc-cr.org or Paula Land paula@cmc-cr.org. Please let us know if you plan to participate on May 22 so we can allow enough space to accommodate the group! Call 319-731-0442 and ask for Greg, or email him at the above address.
Background: On April 4 and 5, Prariewoods hosted a conference called, Engaging Community, Narrating Change led by three nationally renowned speakers/authors. 500 community members participated and got a great introduction to the powerful tools and strategies to engage our community in narrating change.
Prairiewoods is committed to the creation of restorative, sustainable, abundant community. The mission of Engaging Community, Narrating Change Phase 2 is to bring into conversation the collective wisdom present within each and every individual within the community. This circle conversation process will facilitate collaboration among residents, churches, local civic organizations and institutions to lead to a greater sense of belonging and comprehensive, asset-based community development.