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Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · 2d

Wedgewood joined thousands at the No Kings 2 rally and march in Uptown Charlotte, standing for democracy and against authoritarianism. Together, we showed that love and collective action are stronger than fear.

#WeAreWedgewood #CharlotteNC #NoKings #FaithInAction #DemocracyForAll #JusticeForAll

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Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · 10d

The Great Potato Drop is tomorrow Wedgewood volunteers will deliver 1,500 pounds of potatoes to Hearts United for Good, a pantry that began at Wedgewood and has given out 18,212 bags of food this year to anyone in need. Join us at 9:30 AM.

#WeAreWedgewood #SocialJusticeCommunity #CommunityForAll

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · 12d

10/12 at Wedgewood: “Religion and Culture Coming Together” with Beckee Garris of the Catawba Nation

10:30am: Coffee & Conversation
11:00am: Sunday Service
12:00pm: After the Amen

Order of service & Zoom link: buff.ly/2XwEqoy

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #CatawbaNation #ProgressiveFaith #FaithAndJustice

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Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · 14d

Yesterday, our Wedgewood community gathered for the Blessing of the Animals, inspired by St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creation. We honored the pets who share our homes and the creatures often overlooked, celebrating the sacred connection we share with all life.

#BlessingoftheAnimals

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Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · 20d

Final day to cast your vote: Wedgewood is up for Best Church, Best Facebook Page, and Best Event for a Good Cause in QC Nerve’s Best in the Nest Awards.

Vote now: buff.ly/nosm6Au

#BestInTheNest #Vote4Wedgewood

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 15

Next WW Social Justice Book Club Meeting: 9/18 at 7:00pm

We will continue reading Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer through page 201.

Zoom link: buff.ly/jxJwqh4

#WeAreWedgewood #SocialJusticeCommunity #ProgressiveFaith

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 15

As attacks on immigrants and undocumented people escalate under the current administration, Wedgewood remain committed to building a community where everyone is seen, valued, and safe.

#WeAreWedgewood #HispanicHeritageMonth #LatinxHeritage #ImmigrantJustice #FaithInAction #SocialJusticeCommunity

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 11

What’s in Wedgewood’s weekly newsletter? Upcoming services, highlights, reflections, and ways to take action for justice. Stay connected and get it in your inbox each week: buff.ly/MgmSDlR

#SocialJusticeCommunity #CharlotteNC #JusticeInAction #FaithAndJustice #CommunityForAll #WedgewoodNewsletter

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sunday, 9/14 at Wedgewood: Faiths 4 Climate Justice – Sun Day with GreenFaith led by Melba Evans.

10:30 Coffee & Conversation
11:00 Sunday Service
12:00 After the Amen

Order of service & Zoom link: buff.ly/2XwEqoy

#SocialJusticeCommunity #ClimateJustice #FaithAndJustice #GreenFaith #CharlotteNC

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 8

Wedgewood: A Social Justice Community is a finalist in QC Nerve’s Best in the Nest Awards!

Help us lift up progressive faith and social justice in Charlotte. Cast your vote today: queencitynerve.survey.fm/final-city-l...

#WeAreWedgewood #BestInTheNest

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 4

Did you know Wedgewood has a weekly newsletter?

It’s one of the best ways to stay connected with upcoming gatherings, service highlights, and justice work in Charlotte and beyond.

Sign up today: buff.ly/MgmSDlR

#WeAreWedgewood #JusticeInAction #FaithAndJustice #WedgewoodNewsletter

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Sep 2

On Labor Day we honor the dignity and importance of all work that uplifts humanity. #LaborDay #WorkersRights #JusticeAndDignity

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Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Aug 27

✨ Wedgewood is hiring! ✨

Apply: [email protected]
Details: www.wedgewoodcharlotte.org/job-openings

#WeAreWedgewood #Interfaith #SocialJusticeCommunity #NowHiring

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Aug 27

At Wedgewood: A Social Justice Community, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of women who lead movements, nurture communities, and create change every day.

#WomensEqualityDay #SocialJusticeCommunity #WedgewoodCommunity #EqualityForAll #JusticeAndEquality

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Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Aug 20

August 19 is World Humanitarian Day

Today we honor humanitarian workers and community leaders around the world who respond to suffering with courage, compassion, and love. From areas of conflict to communities impacted by climate disaster, their actions remind us that another world is possible.

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Aug 18

Wedgewood marched in the Charlotte Pride Parade yesterday! We loved seeing our friends in the crowd and in the parade alongside us. Thanks to everyone who showed up to celebrate with us. 🌈

#CLTPride #WeAreWedgewood #InterfaithChurch #LoveIsLove #Pride2025 #WeAreAllWelcomeHere

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Aug 13

We had such a great time last night at Koishi Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar! Thanks to everyone who joined us.

Mark your calendars for our next meetup on Tuesday, September 9. Location coming soon!

#WeAreWedgewood #WedgewoodEvents #MonthlyMeetup #InterfaithCommunity

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 29

Sunday, August 3 at Wedgewood: “From Corporate World to the Artist World” with Sylvia Douglin.

☕ 10:30am Coffee & Conversation
🕊️ 11am Sunday Service
✨ 12pm After the Amen

Details + Zoom: lnkd.in/dkabvteZ

#WeAreWedgewood #RecycledArt #SecondChapters #FaithAndArt #CreativeJustice #CharlotteNC

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 22

Sun, July 27 at Wedgewood: “Finding Joy in Difficult Times” with Melba Evans

🕒 10:30 Coffee | 11:00 Service | 12:00 After the Amen

🔗 linktr.ee/wedgewoodclt

#RadicalJoy #ChooseJoy #WeAreWedgewood #FaithAndJustice #SocialJusticeCommunity

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 16

Join us for the 2025 Charlotte Pride Parade! 🌈

Walk with Wedgewood on Sunday, August 17 from 1–3 PM as we celebrate justice, joy, and radical welcome!

🔗 linktr.ee/wedgewoodclt

#CLTPride #WeAreWedgewood #PrideWithPurpose #WalkWithWedgewood #Pride2025

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 16

This Sunday, July 20: Cameron Pruette of the Freedom Center for Social Justice joins us to reflect on what’s next after the No Kings protest—and how we build real change together.

Join us on Zoom: linktr.ee/wedgewoodclt

#WeAreWedgewood #SocialJusticeCommunity #WedgewoodEvents #InterfaithChurch

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 14

July is Disability Pride Month

At Wedgewood, we offer an Extravagant Welcome to all, including those with visible and invisible disabilities. You are not only welcome here, you are seen, valued, and celebrated.

We are all welcome here.

#WeAreWedgewood #Interfaith #DisabilityAwareness

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 9

Grateful for everyone who came out to our Wedgewood meetup last night at El Pulgarcito de America! Good food, good convos, and a whole lot of heart. 💛

Can’t wait to do it again next month!

#WeAreWedgewood #WedgewoodMeetup #Interfaith #SocialJusticeCommunity

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 9

LGBTQ+ Religious Trauma Peer Support Group meets Thursday—there’s still time to sign up!

A monthly space to heal, connect, and be seen.

📍 Sign up: linktr.ee/wedgewoodclt

You’re not alone. You’re welcome here.

#LGBTQSupport #HealingJustice #WeAreWedgewood #PeerSupport

Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community @wedgewoodsjc.bsky.social · Jul 7

Join us tomorrow at 6:30 PM for good convo, great pupusas, and even better community. Just ask for Wedgewood when you arrive—come as you are, stay as long as you’d like.

More info: linktr.ee/wedgewoodclt

#WeAreWedgewood #CharlotteNC #MonthlyMeetups #Interfaith #SocialJusticeCommunity