Join in the work of Compassion, Peace & Justice

We are barely a month into 2020, and the work of Compassion, Peace & Justice in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is well underway in this new decade. From communities in struggle to the halls of financial and legislative power, this month’s newsletter details how CPJ Ministries are doing the work we are called to do in Matthew 25. And the work of Compassion, Peace & Justice is work we want you to be involved in as well. The Office of Public Witness invites you to join us and our fellow ministries in our Nation’s Capital on April 24 for Compassion, Peace & Justice Training Day exploring how we work for the restoration of God’s creation and people.  And stay with us and our faith partners through the weekend for Ecumenical Advocacy Days, culminating with a day of lobbying for justice on Capitol Hill on April 27. We hope to see you there. The Rev. Jimmie Ray Hawkins Director, Office of Public Witness Learn more and register

Committee recommends three oil and gas companies be added to GA divestment list The Committee on Mission Responsibility Through Investment took a step last month that could eventually lead to divestment from a trio of oil and gas companies for environmental and climate change-related reasons. Learn more

It’s time to order Eco-Palms! Through the Eco-Palms project, 25% of the cost of each frond is going directly back to the Central American communities that harvest them. Get ready for Palm Sunday (April 5) and order yours today! Order now To Solve the Housing Crisis, We Must Dismantle Systemic Racism As we continue our call to be a Matthew 25 church that seeks to dismantle systemic racism and eradicate poverty, we must also include racial justice as a central tenant when discussing the housing crisis. Learn more

What happens in Vegas leads to ministry in Vegas The Committee on the Self-Development of People held its first meeting of its 50th anniversary year in Las Vegas, last month, and learned a few things about ministry in the town known as "Sin City." Learn more

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Blue Shirt Sunday is March 1st Presbyterian Disaster Assistance asks congregations to participate in a "Blue Out" March 1 in recognition of the great work being done through volunteer efforts and contributions to the One Great Hour of Sharing offering. Learn more

Participate in the Arts and Justice Project The Arts and Justice Project invites young adults (18-30) to submit the creative ways in which they express the need for justice. Whether it be through music, visual arts, dance, film, and anywhere in between, this project invites you to be creative. Find out more Presbyterian report from the UN Climate Conference Several Compassion, Peace & Justice Ministries, including the Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations, participated in December’s UN Climate Conference (COP25). Here are some of their impressions. Learn more

Gun-violence webinar can be a resource for your church The Presbyterian Peacemaking Program’s ‘Standing Our Holy Ground’ webinar series now has eight episodes you can watch and more on the way. Explore how it can be a resource for your church and community. Find out more Watch Story Ministry’s ‘Flint’ in your home or church ‘Flint: The Poisoning of an American City’ from Presbyterian Disaster Assistance’s Story Ministry is now available on Amazon Prime, Google Play, and other video-on-demand services. Learn more

A paper chain built by Presbyterian generosity is unbreakable! Our Links of Love special giving challenge celebrates our united and collective impact toward making a difference in the lives of others around the world. Get involved today. Learn more

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