Advocacy

Ken Mosesian is based in Phoenix AZ, which will likely surpass its record of 18 consecutive days above 110 degrees. He implores us to not just write pretty words about creation care but to take action as stewards of the Earth…
Welcome to ECF’s curated collection of LGBTQ+ resources. At ECF, we are guided by a commitment to love and justice, seeking to create an inclusive space where all voices are heard and celebrated.
In our latest blog, the Rev. Michael Carney addresses the question, “How can caring people stay hopeful amidst all the troubles in our world?”, drawing from Jesus’s experience and Sermon on the Mount.
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In our latest blog, Hearts Broken Open, the Rev. Michael Carney addresses the killings in Uvalde, Texas. He writes, “Jesus knew from personal experience that our hearts would take a beating…His parting words were that ‘you wi…
This month we offer five resources on race and multi-cultural congregations.
In our latest blog, Forrest Cuch posits that Old World Eurasian people have much to learn from New World indigenous cultures about kindness, empathy and Christian values.
You wouldn’t think that hazing could be part of the process of taking holy orders, but unfortunately, it is. Nicole Foster explains what the term “apostolic hazing” means and what we can do about it.
In Three Tips for Grant Writing, Linda Buskirk gives succinct advice for those who are trying to raise funds from foundations. Her three tips are designed to save you time and increase your grant writing efficacy.
In the wake of the recent overt racist actions by hate groups in Charlottesville, Virginia and other continued acts of injustice, the Church is obligated to live out its mission by speaking and acting to address justice issue…
I want to be part of an Episcopal Church that doubles down on its commitment to being a church for all, right when that commitment is starting to look a lot riskier. Now is not the time to get complacent about how inclusive w…
I wanted, really wanted, to be a gracious winner, but maybe there’s greater opportunity for change if I can learn how to be a gracious loser.
These dialogues of faith often become the foundation for raising voices of advocacy.
Tuesday, Nov. 8 will be here soon, and one person will become our next President. What I’m praying for, right now, is the wisdom to face well the days after Election Day.
The 67 members of Bishops United Against Gun Violence understand that lobbying legislators and writing letters to the editor are not everyone’s strong suit. But this fall they are joining an effort that makes it possible for …
It’s time to start thinking about the opportunities you have for local engagement ahead of the November 8 election.
This fall, Episcopalians have a unique opportunity to do the holy work of building the Kingdom of God here on earth by engaging in the electoral process.
You can always find the divine at work in this life if you open your heart and soul to the stories that lurk beneath the often over-produced surface.
Maybe it comes with the job. I couldn’t help but notice the ways people prayed at both political conventions.