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Along with the entire denomination, Compassion, Peace and Justice ministries are preparing for the upcoming General Assembly in Salt Lake City and will be following the proceedings closely as important decisions are made. CPJ also recognizes other important happenings and observances in June, from Pride Month to World Refugee Day.
Read this month’s newsletter to find ways to be an ally to members of the LGBTQIA+ community and other marginalized people. Also, learn more about the work of CPJ, including offering support to people displaced by the war in Ukraine, visiting SDOP partners in Panama, and advocating for U.S. families who are struggling to put nutritious food on the table.
You’ll also meet some inspiring young people and learn about an upcoming travel study seminar to Cuba. |
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The Presbyterian Hunger Program highlights Young Adult Changemakers |
Catch the latest issue of the PHP Post to read about young people doing inspiring things. |
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Pride Month has arrived! |
This year, it is more important than ever to stand in solidarity with the people who society demonizes, especially the LGBTQIA+ community, according to the Unbound Team. |
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Travel study seminar in Cuba |
Consider applying for “A Future with Hope: A Travel Study Seminar to the Republic of Cuba.” It will be Feb. 25 to March 5, 2025, and you’re invited. (Photo by Erin Dunigan) |
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Trip focuses on plight of Ukrainian refugees |
A team from Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) and CPJ recently journeyed to Moldova and Hungary to meet with partners and discuss how to best meet the needs of refugees from the war in Ukraine. (Photo by Susan Krehbiel) |
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Follow the 'Queering the Bible' series |
"Queering the Bible," an annual Unbound series that provides a queer commentary on the Bible, returns this month. |
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Presenters bring passion and scholarly analysis to Ecumenical Advocacy Days workshop |
An Ecumenical Advocacy Days workshop explored “God and Country: The Rise of Christian Nationalism.” |
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Seeking a better Farm Bill |
The PC(USA)’s Washington office and the Presbyterian Hunger Program have been advocating for “A Faithful Farm Bill” that would promote justice for underrepresented farmers, promote climate and conservation measures and increase funding for nutrition safety-net programs. |
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SDOP journeys to Panama |
The Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People is grateful for the partnerships it has forged in Panama. Learn about the committee’s recent experience there. (Photo courtesy of SDOP) |
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Podcast guest talks about the climate crisis and related issues |
In addition to the existential threat the climate crisis poses, it’s a factor in conflict and violence around the world, the Rev. Dr. Mark Douglas said on “A Matter of Faith: A Presby Podcast.” |
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NRT annual meeting emphasizes compassion |
“Compassionate God, Compassionate Community, Compassionate Service” was the theme of the annual meeting of PDA’s National Response Team. |
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