Office of Government Relations
Fall 2018 Newsletter
As summer comes to a close, we want to thank you for your ongoing support of the Office of Government Relations and for your commitment to faith-based advocacy. In these turbulent political times, the work we carry out can help our communities and country – together, we can lift up the values we stand for […]
Get Involved with Criminal Justice Reform
You may have heard about the ongoing, three-week prison strike organized by prisoners across the country in part to raise awareness of low wages for inmates, harsh sentences, and deteriorating facilities. You can see the list of demands and ideas for how to help in this press release. PRESS RELEASE: NATIONAL PRISON STRIKE AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2018 pic.twitter.com/Mzbb4e96yp — […]
Take Action to Combat Human Trafficking
Background: This June, the State Department released its annual Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP), which ranks countries on their efforts to combat human trafficking. This year’s report highlights examples of local communities working with their governments to address human trafficking. The report identifies challenges governments and communities face in fighting human trafficking, while highlighting effective responses […]
Tell Congress: Urge the Administration to Resume Humanitarian Aid to Palestinians
The people living in the West Bank and Gaza are facing a humanitarian crisis. The Trump Administration’s recent freeze on all aid to Palestinians, combined with the threats of serious cuts to future economic assistance, puts the millions who rely on U.S. and UN assistance to meet their daily needs at immediate risk. There have […]
Family Separation Update
In recent months under the Trump Administration’s “zero-tolerance” policy, more than 2,000 immigrant children, including 103 children under the age of 5, have been separated from their parents. This policy has caused immediate harm and will likely have long-term emotional and psychological effects on those impacted. A judge ordered the Administration to reunite all separated […]
EPPN Heads to General Convention
This week, the Office of Government Relations team heads to Austin for the 29th General Convention of The Episcopal Church. The resolutions of General Convention guide and direct our work, and as staff, we are pleased to be able to serve as resources for deputies and bishops as they deliberate in the coming weeks. Before sharing […]
Asylum and the Caravan
In recent weeks, you may have heard reports of a “migrant caravan” traveling through Mexico on the way to the U.S. As people of faith, we must hear these stories and see that these people are brothers and sisters seeking a better and safer life for themselves and their families. The majority of these migrants […]
Episcopal Church Policies and A Season of Justice Engagement
The Episcopal Church is engaging with the Poor People’s Campaign and the A.C.T. to End Racism campaign and rally. Below are Episcopal Church policy highlights that intersect with this campaign. This is just a sample of policies from General Convention and Executive Council that could be included in this list. Visit The Archives of the Episcopal Church to […]
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry Joins Other Faith Leaders in a Statement on Family Separation at Our Borders
Recently, the Administration announced that it will begin separating families and criminally prosecuting all people who enter the U.S. without previous authorization. As religious leaders representing diverse faith perspectives, united in our concern for the wellbeing of vulnerable migrants who cross our borders fleeing from danger and threats to their lives, we are deeply disappointed […]
Presiding Bishop in D.C.
Last week, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry led Morning Prayers in the U.S. Capitol for Members of Congress. They came together to worship in the Episcopal tradition, to reflect on Scripture, and to give thanks to God. This service was one of many opportunities Members of Congress have had for corporate worship: the Office of Government […]
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