Thursday, September 24, 2009

Judy Shepard Speaks at the Salt Lake City Library on Saturday



We are honored to be hosting Judy Shepard at the Salt Lake City Public Library Auditorium this Saturday, September 26th, at 7:00 PM with co-sponsorship from the Utah Pride Center and the Salt Lake City Public Library.

Mrs. Shepard will be talking about her new book The Meaning of Matthew: My Son's Murder in Laramie, and a World Transformed. The issues brought up in her story and Matthew's story are issues we feel strongly about. Their story is a poignant reminder of the aftermath of hatred and intolerance, showing us clearly that hate and intolerance are not American values, nor are they family values. The Meaning of Matthew lays bare the heart of a bereaved mother -- in situation that no mother should ever have to face. She is an amazing catalyst for change, for progress, and for the common good.

1 comment:

Catherine Weller said...

We were honored to host Judy Shepard at the SLC Public Library.

Thanks to the library for co-sponsoring and providing the space. Andrew, you're always amazing.

Thanks to the citizens of Salt Lake and the surrounding area who showed up and helped make this event successful.

And finally, thank you Judy Shepard. Your honesty, bravery, and commitment are beyond compare.