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Why I Joined Over A Thousand Faith Leaders in Masterpiece Case Brief
Rev. Marie Alford-Harkey writes an op-ed on why she and hundreds of religious leaders are taking action around the Masterpiece Cakeshop case, seeking justice and countering the voices of those who would misuse religion to advocate for discrimination.
Help Awaken the Prophetic Resistance
In the face of constant attacks on our communities, people of faith are speaking out and taking action. A prophetic religious resistance is awakening.
Over 100 Congregations Celebrate National Weekend of Prayer for LGBTQ Justice Before Supreme Court Case
Faith Communities across U.S. gather to pray for LGBTQ justice before the Supreme Court hears the Masterpiece Cakeshop case.
List of Congregations Observing the Weekend of Prayer
We expect that hundreds of faith communities across the country will observe the National Weekend of Prayer for LGBTQ Justice. The congregations listed here are not a comprehensive list.
Observe the National Weekend of Prayer for LGBTQ Justice in Your Congregation
On December 1st-3rd, faith communities nationwide are coming together in prayer, education, and action for LGBTQ justice.
Religious Leaders Gather to Bless Texas Abortion Clinic
Amid pending litigation over anti-abortion laws, Kentina Washington-Leapheart helped lead a clinic blessing at the Whole Woman’s Health clinic in Fort Worth, Texas. Local clergy sang songs, blessed the hands of staff, and prayed over the clinic.
Fighting Sexual Harassment in Religious Contexts
Rev. Marie Alford-Harkey, president of the Religious Institute, joins State of Belief Radio to discuss how sexual harassment and assault play out in a religious context.
Over 1000 Faith Leaders Show How Misguided The “Religious Freedom” Argument Is
One Supreme Court case will soon be hearing arguments about whether anti-LGBTQ discrimination is allowable under the guise of religious freedom, and over 1000 faith leaders have come out to show how this argument is incredibly harmful and misguided.
Nearly 1,300 Faith Leaders Tell Supreme Court Permitting Anti-LGBTQ Discrimination is Unjust
Nearly 1,300 leaders from diverse faith traditions tell the Supreme Court that religious beliefs don’t grant a license to discriminate.