# Event Details - **Event Name**: Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Feb, 2027 at 04:30 pm – Thu, 25 Feb, 2027 at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: CTS TalksAbout this EventCTS Talks presents:Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before ShapingREV. DR. Irie L. SESSIONThis talk explores Proverbs 22:6, "Train children in the way they should go; when they grow old, they won't depart from it," and asks what the text actually requires of those who care for children. Too often, this verse has been read as a mandate to mold children into a shape their caretakers have already decided on. Thus, discounting the reality that each child arrives in their own context and culture and has unique creative capacities. This sermon talk offers another reading. Seeing precedes shaping.The Zulu greeting Sawubona, "We see you…we see your humanity,” names the kind of deliberate seeing required for children’s spiritual flourishing. It is a recognition of each child as a whole person whose spirit, soul, and body are to be nurtured, cherished, loved, and seen uniquely for who they are.Particular attention will be given to the care of Black children's souls. Drawing on Janet E. Helms' work on racial identity development and W.E.B. Du Bois' concept of double consciousness, the talk considers what it means to tend the interior life of a child learning early that the world sees them through more than one set of eyes.The CTS Talks presentation will be followed by a reception for attendees.Experience a series of captivating “TED Talk” style lectures at . Delivered by distinguished guests who are subject matter experts, these thought-provoking talks provide a platform to gain insight on topics that tie together intellectual curiosity and community reflection. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indianapolis/children-are-not-clay-on-seeing-before-shaping/100001995477768723 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Shelton Auditorium at Christian Theological Seminary - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Indianapolis - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Shelton Auditorium at Christian Theological Seminary - **lat**: 39.832979 - **long**: -86.177186 - **full address**: Shelton Auditorium at Christian Theological Seminary, 1000 W 42nd Street, Indianapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f66fe6c4a9465eb1f09e471c7bf10e48e3e916d2f40ee0ec90f676acf2ee4927-rimg-w1200-h600-dc08a8d8-gmir.jpg?v=1785464295 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping being held? - **A:** Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping takes place on Thu, 25 Feb, 2027 at 04:30 pm to Thu, 25 Feb, 2027 at 06:30 pm at Shelton Auditorium at Christian Theological Seminary, 1000 W 42nd Street, Indianapolis, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping? - **A:** Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping is organized by Christian Theological Seminary. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Children Are Not Clay: On Seeing Before Shaping is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indianapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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More than 30 denominations, including no denomination, are represented among CTS students and faculty. CTS also offers open-to-the-public classes, hosts numerous events year-round, and welcomes all to Wednesday Chapel services during the academic year. Clickhereto sign up for CTS weekly emails." } ] } ] ```