Faith In Action
Regardless of your citizenship or immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Join this webinar to learn your rights if you are approached by law enforcement – including local and state police, ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), and Border Patrol. The presentation will be given in English, with the option for live captions in Spanish.
Hosted by ACLU of Arizona
The UCC is currently launching its first chapters of the UCC Climate Hope Affiliates program in Allentown (PA), Hanover (NH), Framingham (MA), and Freemont (CA). The goal is to create the political will to address the twin, intertwined crises of climate change and societal injustice. Chapters will take monthly actions to develop long-term relationships with their members of congress and local media.
Let us know if you are interested in starting a chapter where you live.
The Immigrant Legal Resource Center has “Know Your Rights” Red Cards available. These cards are a reminder of the rights and protections provided to all people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, and are useful when confronted by immigration enforcement. The Red Cards are available as free downloadable files to print for your congregation and community.
The Interfaith Immigration Coalition invites faith-based organizations and faith leaders to sign onto a letter urging the Trump Administration to resume refugee resettlement and restore humanitarian assistance to recently arrived refugees.
The Sign on Letter, Sign on Forms for Faith Leaders, and Sign on Form for Faith Organizations can be signed using the respective links.
The deadline is February 13, 2025.
Over and over again, the Bible tells of prophets who confronted rulers and the rich with an eye toward justice. Today, the ultra-rich hold enormous political power in the United States, and the implications are many, especially when it comes to the pursuit of climate justice. As the world’s richest man and as someone once hailed as a climate savior, Elon Musk has told the President that “we don’t need to rush” to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
As people of faith, what are we to make of this situation in which a small number of wealthy individuals have a tremendous influence over the future well-being of humanity and all of God’s creation? More importantly, what are we to do? Join us as a panel of speakers helps us address these questions.
Even if you cannot make the webinar at its scheduled time, still sign-up, and we will send you a link to a recording of it. Register today!
This webinar is at 11 am AZ/NM/EP time on Wednesday, February 12.
Today, and in the days to come, know that you are loved, you are valued, and who you are and how you show up in the world, no one gets to decide anything about it.
by Dr. Kristina “Tina” Campbell
Few would argue that we are living in a time when we long for symbols of hope in our weary and conflicted world. Several congregations and the Southwest Conference of the United Church of Christ have found hope in supporting the work of Centro de Esperanza in Sonoyta, Mexico.
The Department of Labor now wants to know whether the public supports its proposal to phase out the Section 14(c) program and stop allowing employers to pay workers with disabilities less than the minimum wage.
As Christians, we know that all human beings are created equal in view of God’s loving kindness, no matter what differences their bodies and minds may exhibit. To properly follow Jesus Christ’s call to love all, we must ensure every worker, including those with disabilities, receives a fair wage that enables them to live with dignity. We have a chance to support this critically needed proposal from the Biden administration—and let the incoming Trump administration know how important it is to make sure this rule goes into effect.
That is why the UCC DC Office of Public Policy & Advocacy, as part of the Interfaith Disability Advocacy Coalition, sent a letter signed by multiple faith denominations and organizations to the Department of Labor in support of this critical rule. Now YOU have a chance to submit your comment by January 17th, for consideration by the Department.
It’s time to eliminate this discriminatory policy and implement stronger, fairer protections for all workers. Send your comment today!
On Monday, January 20th, Arizonans and New Mexicans will join in the national celebration of the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Arizona Faith Network shared notable celebrations in their recent newsletter; we've added some New Mexico events as well.
Wednesday, February 12, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza
1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Join with the Sierra Club, Chispa Arizona, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection, AZ Youth Climate Coalition, AFN and many other groups for the annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol. Meet with your legislators, hear from great speakers, and connect with others who are doing advocacy work both inside and outside the Arizona Legislature. RSVP so that there will be enough materials & food, and so that you can be added to a team for legislative meetings. A bus transportation option is available for those from Tucson.