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Category Archives: News

New HHS Division Distorts Religious Freedom to Justify Discrimination, Privilege Conservative Religion

In response to the Department of Health and Human Services’ announcement of a new “Conscience and Religious Freedom Division” within its Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the Religious Institute issues the following statement condemning the new office and its distortion of the principle of religious freedom.

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Now is the Time to Awaken the Prophetic Resistance

We are in a moment of awakening resistance. Our society is yearning for a faithful perspective that embraces sexual, gender, and reproductive justice.

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Will You Join the Prophetic Resistance?

Join the prophetic resistance by making your year-end donation to the Religious Institute today.

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Happy Holidays from the Religious Institute!

On behalf of the Religious Institute staff, we wish you Happy Holidays! May they be filled with love and justice.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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