Black History Month at All Souls

This February, All Souls invites you to join us in honoring Black History Month through a series of meaningful conversations, learning opportunities, and community gatherings. Together, we’ll engage with powerful voices, reflect on our shared history, and celebrate Black leadership, wisdom, and resilience - grounded in our commitment to justice, connection, and beloved community. View the flyer to learn more!

Black Souls Presents: Facilitated Dialogue on Race with Sabrina Johnson

Sunday, February 8 | 12:30–2:00 PM | Eaton Room

Sabrina Johnson of the Cress-Welsing Institute will be hosting a Dialogue on Race between "white" and "black" members of All Souls.

Celebrating Paula Cole Jones

Sunday, February 22 | 12:30–2:00 PM | Sanctuary

Join us in the Sanctuary for a celebration of one of All Souls most dedicated and impactful members: Paula Cole Jones! Paula has been a leader at All Souls and within Unitarian Universalism for decades on racial justice transformation. At General Assembly 2025, she was presented with the Distinguished Service Award- the highest honor our Association gives for volunteer service and impact. It all started at All Souls, so come join us as we celebrate her, reflect on her impact, and (inevitably) learn more from her!

Black Souls Presents: Book Talk with Dr. Amber Wiley - Model Schools in the Model City

Sunday, February 1 | 12:30–2:00 PM | Online

Join us for a book talk with Dr. Amber Wiley, who will discuss her new book, Model Schools in the Model City: Race, Planning, and Education in the Nation’s Capital. Dr. Wiley explores how race, urban planning, and education have shaped Washington, DC, and what that history means today. Join online via Zoom.

Black Souls Presents: Black Land, Health, and Urban Agriculture: A Conversation with Mchezaji Axum

Sunday, February 15 | 12:30–2:00 PM | Eaton Room

Mchezaji Axum, Director of Urban Agriculture at the University of the District of Columbia discussing Black land loss and best practices for maximizing health and prosperity in urban gardening in 2026.

  • "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."

    —Martin Luther King Jr.