Office of Government Relations
Public Policy and Witness Weekly Prayers – March 14
Join us in weekly prayers for the vulnerable and our witness as we lift up those facing challenges, fears, and threats. As one church united in prayer, we name reality, create space for grief, and embrace hope. These prayers ground us in faith and guide our actions—whether advocating for justice, supporting our communities, or seeking peace. This week, we pray for those impacted by immigration policies, persecuted for their beliefs, and affected by global conflicts. Stay connected with the Episcopal Public Policy Network for resources and action alerts. Share these prayers with your dioceses and parishes.
Episcopal Church Affirms the Goma Call for Peace
The Episcopal Church remains concerned by reports out of the Democratic Republic of Congo describing the violence and terror residents are experiencing after the recent incursion into Goma and the surrounding areas. We pray for all those affected by the conflict, including civilians, clergy and parishioners throughout the Anglican Church in the region. We are […]
Episcopal Church Support for Foreign Assistance
“Just then a lawyer stood up to test Jesus. ‘Teacher,’ he said, ‘what must I do to inherit eternal life?’ He said to him, ‘What is written in the law? What do you read there?’ He answered, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with […]
Episcopal Church Statement on Creation Care
During the first few days of his presidency, President Trump followed through on promises he made throughout the campaign to roll back significant investments in environmental regulation, combatting climate change, and international agreements and processes. Specifically, as he did during his first administration, President Trump announced his plan to withdraw the United States from the […]
Affirming Our Values
Every two years, a new Congress comes to Washington and every four to eight years, a new administration arrives with new priorities, plans, and ambitions. While the elected officials in Washington, the party in power, and the political opportunities regularly change, the work of the Office of Government Relations in many ways stays the same. […]
Episcopal Church Calls for End to Destruction of Gaza Healthcare System
On December 29, al Ahli hospital, a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, was hit by an Israeli missile. The attack caused further destruction to hospital facilities that were already operating under extremely dire conditions, with limited fuel, medicine, and medical staff caring for hundreds more patients than the hospital was designed to serve. […]
Merry Christmas from the Office of Government Relations
As we continue this season of Advent and prepare for Christmas, we reflect on all we have accomplished together this year. Through the Episcopal Public Policy Network, the Office of Government Relations sent 37 Action Alerts and more than a dozen newsletters this year. In response, you sent more than 80,000 messages to your elected […]
Statement Affirming the Senate Vote on the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act
On December 20, the Senate passed S.1723 – Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2023. We applaud the passage of this legislation, which would seek to address the harms caused to Indigenous communities and would “formally investigate, document, and report on the histories of Indian Boarding Schools, Indian Boarding School […]
Congress Must Act Now to Avoid a Federal Government Shutdown
Congress must act now to avoid a federal government shutdown, which is set to begin at midnight on December 21 unless a funding deal is reached immediately. Any government shutdown would cause grave harms for people around the United States and damage the institutions that support so many. Funding the government is one of the […]
Advocate for Compassionate Immigration Policies on International Migrants Day
As we commemorate International Migrants Day on December 18, 2024, The Episcopal Church reaffirms its commitment to advocating for policies that support the needs of migrants in search of a better life. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the journeys of countless individuals and families who seek safety, opportunity, and a better life. […]
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