Seattle Seahawks Our Journey Forward

In this episode of Our Journey Forward, we focus on "The Bus," highlighting one of the first stops on our journey—Anniston, Alabama. We reflect on the powerful history of the Freedom Riders of 1961 and the courage they demonstrated in the fight for civil rights. This episode explores the significance of that moment and how it set the tone for the rest of our journey.

In this episode of Our Journey Forward, we explore "The Walk," a reflection on the powerful shared experiences of walking together through historic sites during our journey. At the Institute for Common Power, It is called Movement Learning—an approach that combines physical movement with immersive learning, allowing us to connect deeply with the places, stories, and emotions tied to the civil rights movement. This episode revisits some of our most memorable stops, where each walk became a journey through space, time, and self.

In this episode of Our Journey Forward, we focus on "The Bridge," one of the most powerful and emotional moments of our journey. The episode centers on the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama—where everything we've learned builds to this pivotal point. We reflect on the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery marches, a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement that ultimately led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act. This episode honors the courage and sacrifice of those who crossed that bridge and the legacy they left behind.

In this episode of Our Journey Forward, we reflect on a cherished daily tradition from the Truth and Purpose Learning Tour: evening circle time, where each person shared what was placed on their heart that day. As we close out the series, this episode mirrors that reflection—focusing on "The People." We look back on the meaningful connections made throughout the journey and honor the many incredible individuals who left a lasting impact on us along the way.