MATURE MINISTRIES
Lunch & Learn
The Lunch and Learn program offers an engaging opportunity for participants to enjoy a meal while gaining valuable knowledge on a variety of topics. Each session features expert speakers who share insights and practical tips, fostering discussion and community learning. It’s a perfect chance to connect with others while expanding your understanding in a relaxed setting.
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In addition to Lunch and Learn programs, Mature Ministries offers a variety of fun and engaging trips designed for adults to explore new places, enjoy fellowship, and create lasting memories.
Michigan Citizens for Justice
Thursday, November 6
12:00pm | Social Hall
Michigan Citizens for Justice will host a presentation on the realities of Michigan’s sex offense laws and their far-reaching impacts. Learn about the wide range of actions considered sex crimes, the actual rates of re-offense, and the collateral consequences of registries and electronic monitoring on individuals, families, and communities. Attendees will also hear firsthand stories from those directly affected, and gain ideas for advocating for more just and effective policies.​
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Challenges Facing the LGBTQ+ Community—and Our Response
Thursday, December 4
12:00pm | Social Hall
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Join us for an important presentation by Catherine Archibald, Professor of Law at University of Detroit Mercy and member of First Pres. Catherine will share insights on the struggles and challenges the LGBTQ+ community faces today, and how both individuals and institutions can respond with support and advocacy.
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About the Speaker:
Catherine Archibald teaches Comparative Legal Writing and Research, International Environmental Law, First Amendment Law, Gender Law, and Applied Legal Theory and Analysis at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, where she was promoted to Professor in 2025. A former litigation associate at the international law firm Dewey & LeBoeuf in New York City, Catherine holds degrees from Princeton University, the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law (LL.B.), and Michigan State University College of Law (J.D.). Her scholarship focuses on international, environmental, and gender law.
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Come learn, reflect, and consider how we can be allies and advocates for justice and inclusion.
