Event

America, A Religion: An Evening with Dr. J. Kameron Carter

Join for an engaging and thought-provoking evening as Dr. J. Kameron Carter explores the intersections of race, religion and society

Join for an engaging and thought-provoking evening as Dr. J. Kameron Carter explores the intersections of race, religion and society in his lecture "America, A Religion."

Dr. Carter is a renowned scholar and author, with key works such as Race: A Theological Account (2008) and The Anarchy of Black Religion: A Mystic Song (2023). His research examines the profound connections between religion, race, climate change and the arts, offering a unique perspective on these pressing issues.

Event Details:

  • Date: Thursday, October 10
  • Time: 6:00 p.m. – Lecture in the church
    Reception to follow on St. Alban’s Patio.
  • Location:
    St. Alban’s Episcopal Church
    580 Hilgard Avenue (at the corner of Westholme), Los Angeles, CA

About the Speaker:
Dr. J. Kameron Carter is a Professor of African American Studies, Comparative Literature and Religion at the University of California, Irvine. His work is deeply interdisciplinary, focusing on how religion informs and is informed by race, ecology and culture. Through his lectures and books, Dr. Carter challenges conventional understandings of religion and opens pathways to deeper discussions about society and the environment.

Admission: Free

Parking & Accessibility:
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church is conveniently located near UCLA’s campus, with limited parking available. Parking in UCLA’s parking structure 2 is recommended. The venue is accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Reception Details:
Immediately following the lecture, there will be a reception on St. Alban’s Patio, where guests can continue the conversation with refreshments and light snacks provided.

Event Presented By:
UCLA’s California Center for Sustainable Communities in collaboration with St. Alban’s Episcopal Church.