The North Carolina Council of Churches will host its 2021 Legislative Seminar virtually from Monday, April 26 through Friday, April 30 daily at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Held biennially when the General Assembly holds its “long session,” the Seminar offers people of faith the factual tools they need to faithfully consider the policy matters… Continue Reading→
Gun Violence Statement – NC Council of Churches
While amendments and policies related to gun control dominate the airwaves, the North Carolina Council of Churches is pointing to a different directive to guide the conversation about guns and safety in our country—The Second Commandment. Right after God commands God’s people not to follow other gods, God commands the people not to have any… Continue Reading→
Summer Food Service Program
The N.C. Simplified Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) makes it easier for schools, local government agencies, and private non-profit organizations to feed children during the summer. The program is offered in community locations (parks, schools, playgrounds, housing authorities, day camps, churches and community centers) from May to September. If you are interested in sponsoring SFSP… Continue Reading→
NC Council of Churches to Hold First Faith and Health Summit
The NC Council of Churches holds the first Faith and Health Summit on March 23 at First Baptist Church on Wilmington Street, in Raleigh. The summit will help bridge the gaps between science and religion, while strengthening the cooperative work between the faith and medical communities to make North Carolina congregations healthier. Gov. Beverly Perdue… Continue Reading→
Mini-Conferences On Immigration
The North Carolina Council of Churches will be sponsoring free informative mini-conferences about how immigration is affecting North Carolina. You are invited to attend one of the following: Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon at Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter in Burlington; Nov. 7, 9:30 a.m. – noon at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in… Continue Reading→