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On the Ballot: Harmful Changes to State Constitution

October 18, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks originally delivered by Executive Director Jennifer Copeland at a press conference on Tuesday, October 16. We stand before you today as faith leaders supporting many traditions. We have joined […]

On the Ballot: Harmful Changes to State Constitution

October 18, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Vetting the Vote: North Carolina’s Involvement in Torture

October 18, 2018 By Para Drake, NC No Torture Project Coordinator

Every seat in the North Carolina General Assembly is being challenged in the upcoming election. Every person qualified to vote has a responsibility to show up at the polls on […]

Vetting the Vote: North Carolina’s Involvement in Torture

October 18, 2018 by Para Drake, NC No Torture Project Coordinator

Every seat in the North Carolina General Assembly is being challenged in the upcoming election. Every person qualified to vote has a responsibility to show up at the polls on […]

Eagle Solar & Light Becomes First Solar Energy Lessor in North Carolina

October 18, 2018 By North Carolina Council of Churches

On Monday, the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) approved Eagle Solar & Light to become the first licensed solar electric generator lessor in North Carolina. The leasing of solar energy […]

Eagle Solar & Light Becomes First Solar Energy Lessor in North Carolina

October 18, 2018 by North Carolina Council of Churches

Vetting the Vote: Climate Change

October 4, 2018 By Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Hurricane Florence is proving to be the most devastating extreme weather event in the history of North Carolina. Simultaneously, our state has been widely viewed as an outpost of climate […]

Vetting the Vote: Climate Change

October 4, 2018 by Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Hurricane Florence is proving to be the most devastating extreme weather event in the history of North Carolina. Simultaneously, our state has been widely viewed as an outpost of climate […]

In God’s Image

October 1, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

The following remarks were delivered by Executive Director Jennifer Copeland at the North Carolina Commission of Inquiry on Torture’s press conference on Thursday, September 27. The press conference marked the […]

In God’s Image

October 1, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Spotlight: Shalom Community Christian Church

September 28, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Spotlight: Shalom Community Christian Church

September 28, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Vetting the Vote: Support N.C. Workers

September 27, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Sign Me Up! That was the rallying cry of delegates at the AFL-CIO state conference. Of course, all of them—and I—had already signed up. We believe in the power of […]

Vetting the Vote: Support N.C. Workers

September 27, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Sign Me Up! That was the rallying cry of delegates at the AFL-CIO state conference. Of course, all of them—and I—had already signed up. We believe in the power of […]

Bright Spot: Perseverance Pays Off

September 24, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Recently, two stalwart champions of justice, Christina Cowger and Allyson Caison, received the annual Joshua Heintz Humanitarian Award from the Robert H. Jackson Center in Syracuse, NY. The mission of […]

Bright Spot: Perseverance Pays Off

September 24, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

After the Storm

September 20, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

As the flood waters recede–slow as that is–our focus shifts from survival to recovery. Having weathered a few of these storms, now arriving with increased frequency, we know that recovery […]

After the Storm

September 20, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

As the flood waters recede–slow as that is–our focus shifts from survival to recovery. Having weathered a few of these storms, now arriving with increased frequency, we know that recovery […]

When It Rains Voter Suppression

September 19, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

It’s a truism that weather affects elections. Yes, many of us would slosh through a downpour if that’s what it took to get to the polls. But a cold, driving […]

When It Rains Voter Suppression

September 19, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

It’s a truism that weather affects elections. Yes, many of us would slosh through a downpour if that’s what it took to get to the polls. But a cold, driving […]

Power Struggle has them Scrambling

August 2, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The drive by Republicans who control the N.C. General Assembly to enhance their already formidable power, often at the expense of Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, has been relentless. Why is […]

Power Struggle has them Scrambling

August 2, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The drive by Republicans who control the N.C. General Assembly to enhance their already formidable power, often at the expense of Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, has been relentless. Why is […]

Violence and Guns

May 23, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks delivered at the Community Conversation on Gun Violence on May 15, 2018 at Wake Forest Presbyterian Church. God knows that we are a violent people. It’s been this way […]

Violence and Guns

May 23, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks delivered at the Community Conversation on Gun Violence on May 15, 2018 at Wake Forest Presbyterian Church. God knows that we are a violent people. It’s been this way […]

A Prayer for the North Carolina General Assembly

May 22, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

This morning marked a historic day as the Council hosted their first legislative prayer breakfast at the North Carolina General Assembly. In attendance were faith leaders from the Council’s 18 […]

A Prayer for the North Carolina General Assembly

May 22, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

And May We Be Changed

May 21, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

What will change because of May 16? Because of the Day of Advocacy for Public Education in North Carolina? It was a day born of heart’s work, and bearing […]

And May We Be Changed

May 21, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

What will change because of May 16? Because of the Day of Advocacy for Public Education in North Carolina? It was a day born of heart’s work, and bearing […]

Council announces Faith Leaders for NC Children Initiative

May 19, 2018 By North Carolina Council of Churches

On the day Public School educators, administrators, staff, and their supporters gathered to make their voices heard at the North Carolina General Assembly, filling the streets and filling the gallery […]

Council announces Faith Leaders for NC Children Initiative

May 19, 2018 by North Carolina Council of Churches

Marching for Schools, and for Children

May 18, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

They suited up in their red t-shirts, hoisted their homemade signs and coursed like a river through the heart of downtown Raleigh. Destination: The headquarters of North Carolina’s General Assembly. […]

Marching for Schools, and for Children

May 18, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

May is Mental Health Month

May 16, 2018 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

May is Mental Health Month. This offers intentional opportunity to think proactively about mental health, its impact on our lives and communities, and create ways to destigmatize related issues. I […]

May is Mental Health Month

May 16, 2018 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

Faith Leaders for North Carolina Children (FLFNCC)

May 15, 2018 By chris

The NC Council of Churches has a long history of supporting public education and recently recommitted to both support and advocacy for the state system of public schools. (See statement […]

Faith Leaders for North Carolina Children (FLFNCC)

May 15, 2018 by chris

The NC Council of Churches has a long history of supporting public education and recently recommitted to both support and advocacy for the state system of public schools. (See statement […]

Because of Jesus

May 15, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

When the news reporter approached me, I was milling about in the grass, adjusting my pastoral stole, preparing to be present with some of our local teachers at a press […]

Because of Jesus

May 15, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

When the news reporter approached me, I was milling about in the grass, adjusting my pastoral stole, preparing to be present with some of our local teachers at a press […]

Spotlight: Faith and Victory Christian Church

May 14, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Spotlight: Faith and Victory Christian Church

May 14, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

The Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day

May 10, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

As Mother’s Day approaches, we honor, remember, and celebrate all of the strong women in our lives. Women have proven throughout history that they are the backbone of society. Eleanor […]

The Perfect Gift for Mother’s Day

May 10, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

As Mother’s Day approaches, we honor, remember, and celebrate all of the strong women in our lives. Women have proven throughout history that they are the backbone of society. Eleanor […]

DEQ Announces the Creation of a Secretary’s Environmental Justice & Equity Board

May 8, 2018 By Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Last week North Carolina’s Department of Environmental Quality introduced members of the Secretary’s Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Board during a ceremony in the agency’s Green Square Lobby. The scope […]

DEQ Announces the Creation of a Secretary’s Environmental Justice & Equity Board

May 8, 2018 by Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Building Up Our Schools

May 4, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

“Build a Church, then Build a School.” Chief among the instructions for John Wesley’s itinerant ministers was this directive about education. Methodists are not the only faith group to grasp […]

Building Up Our Schools

May 4, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Partners in Health and Wholeness Mini-Grant Cycle Now Open

May 3, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

The Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) Summer Mini-Grant Cycle is now open. Mini-grants are a great way to support programs in your health ministry that engage church congregants and […]

Partners in Health and Wholeness Mini-Grant Cycle Now Open

May 3, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

The Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) Summer Mini-Grant Cycle is now open. Mini-grants are a great way to support programs in your health ministry that engage church congregants and […]

Doing the School-money Shuffle

April 30, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

When the N.C. General Assembly convenes on May 16, legislators will be “welcomed” by a throng of advocates for high-quality public schools – teachers prominent among them. More power to […]

Doing the School-money Shuffle

April 30, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

When the N.C. General Assembly convenes on May 16, legislators will be “welcomed” by a throng of advocates for high-quality public schools – teachers prominent among them. More power to […]

Wise Folks Build Their House on the Rock

April 27, 2018 By Sandy Irving, Volunteer Program Associate

Woe to him who builds his house by unrighteousness, and his upper rooms by injustice; who makes his neighbors work for nothing and does not give them their wages. Jeremiah […]

Wise Folks Build Their House on the Rock

April 27, 2018 by Sandy Irving, Volunteer Program Associate

Woe to him who builds his house by unrighteousness, and his upper rooms by injustice; who makes his neighbors work for nothing and does not give them their wages. Jeremiah […]

Politics of Eating

April 24, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Sermon originally delivered at the Jack Crum Conference at Highlands United Methodist Church in Raleigh on Saturday, April 21. The primary text was Isaiah 55:1-9. My parents have an amazing […]

Politics of Eating

April 24, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Sermon originally delivered at the Jack Crum Conference at Highlands United Methodist Church in Raleigh on Saturday, April 21. The primary text was Isaiah 55:1-9. My parents have an amazing […]

Sustainability Goals Delay Duke University Plans for Power Plant

April 21, 2018 By Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Duke University officials have announced the indefinite delay of plans to build a freestanding Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant and will instead focus its attention on expanding opportunities to […]

Sustainability Goals Delay Duke University Plans for Power Plant

April 21, 2018 by Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Pray and Vote

April 20, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

The North Carolina Council of Churches believes that participating in our democracy is one critical component of our call to be the hands and feet of Jesus in this world. […]

Pray and Vote

April 20, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

The North Carolina Council of Churches believes that participating in our democracy is one critical component of our call to be the hands and feet of Jesus in this world. […]

Partner Congregations Provide Sanctuary for Woman in Chapel Hill

April 17, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks delivered by Executive Director Jennifer Copeland at a March 17 press conference in Chapel Hill on the Sanctuary Movement. At the North Carolina Council of Churches, we don’t pretend […]

Partner Congregations Provide Sanctuary for Woman in Chapel Hill

April 17, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks delivered by Executive Director Jennifer Copeland at a March 17 press conference in Chapel Hill on the Sanctuary Movement. At the North Carolina Council of Churches, we don’t pretend […]

The Second Commandment

April 16, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

When the news broke about the North Carolina Council of Churches billboard suggesting a connection between guns and idolatry, responses ran from, “Thank you for naming the truth,” to “How […]

The Second Commandment

April 16, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

When the news broke about the North Carolina Council of Churches billboard suggesting a connection between guns and idolatry, responses ran from, “Thank you for naming the truth,” to “How […]

School Districts: Keeping It Together

April 13, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Public education in North Carolina has its share of challenges, not the least of which has been the state’s ongoing failure to make sure that school systems in poorer communities […]

School Districts: Keeping It Together

April 13, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Public education in North Carolina has its share of challenges, not the least of which has been the state’s ongoing failure to make sure that school systems in poorer communities […]

Council Posts Billboard about Gun Violence

April 5, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

On your drive along I-85/40 outside of Mebane, look for our billboard on the side of the road. It will go up this week and stay in place for the […]

Council Posts Billboard about Gun Violence

April 5, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

On your drive along I-85/40 outside of Mebane, look for our billboard on the side of the road. It will go up this week and stay in place for the […]

Children and a Healthy Start to Life: Understanding Stress and Trauma’s Impact

April 3, 2018 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

As I work with various communities, a returning issue I hear about is the first 2000 days of a person’s life. I first learned about this number, 2000, at the […]

Children and a Healthy Start to Life: Understanding Stress and Trauma’s Impact

April 3, 2018 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

As I work with various communities, a returning issue I hear about is the first 2000 days of a person’s life. I first learned about this number, 2000, at the […]

Public Schools’ Call to Quality – For All

April 2, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

It was perhaps the N.C. Supreme Court’s finest hour. In 1997, the high court held unanimously that North Carolina public school students are entitled under the state constitution to the […]

Public Schools’ Call to Quality – For All

April 2, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

It was perhaps the N.C. Supreme Court’s finest hour. In 1997, the high court held unanimously that North Carolina public school students are entitled under the state constitution to the […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Easter Sunday

April 1, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Easter Sunday

April 1, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Good Friday

March 30, 2018 By Yolanda Santiago-Correa, Duke Divinity School Intern

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from helping me, from the […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Good Friday

March 30, 2018 by Yolanda Santiago-Correa, Duke Divinity School Intern

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from helping me, from the […]

Soul of Appalachia

March 29, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks originally delivered March 23 at The State of the Soul of Appalachia conference in Pipestem State Park in West Virginia. The heavens are telling the glory of God; and […]

Soul of Appalachia

March 29, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks originally delivered March 23 at The State of the Soul of Appalachia conference in Pipestem State Park in West Virginia. The heavens are telling the glory of God; and […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Maundy Thursday

March 29, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice.” Reflection written by Sabrina Rosario, NC Interfaith Power & Light intern. Now before the festival of the Passover, Jesus […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Maundy Thursday

March 29, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Spotlight: Brown’s Chapel UMC

March 27, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Spotlight: Brown’s Chapel UMC

March 27, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Palm Sunday

March 25, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am in distress; my eye wastes away from grief, my soul and […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Palm Sunday

March 25, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am in distress; my eye wastes away from grief, my soul and […]

Council hires new Program Coordinator for Immigration Advocacy

March 23, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The North Carolina Council of Churches must replace our veteran Immigration Program Director, Jennie Belle, who will become the Faith Community Organizer for the national organization, Church World Service. Over […]

Council hires new Program Coordinator for Immigration Advocacy

March 23, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Critical Issues Seminar: The Wisdom of Women

March 22, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

2018 is shaping up to the be the Year of the Woman. From the halls of government to stages and theaters from coast to coast, from marches and protest to […]

Critical Issues Seminar: The Wisdom of Women

March 22, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

2018 is shaping up to the be the Year of the Woman. From the halls of government to stages and theaters from coast to coast, from marches and protest to […]

On the Hot Seat, Where She Belongs

March 19, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Ordinary Americans – those of us not allowed to know the secrets of high-level espionage work – at this point find it hard to judge accurately the accomplishments of Gina […]

On the Hot Seat, Where She Belongs

March 19, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Ordinary Americans – those of us not allowed to know the secrets of high-level espionage work – at this point find it hard to judge accurately the accomplishments of Gina […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 18, 2018 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. They came to Philip, who […]

Lenten Reflection Guide: Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 18, 2018 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. They came to Philip, who […]

NC Religious Leaders’ Letter Opposing Offshore Oil Drilling Delivered to DC

March 12, 2018 By Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

In response to President Donald Trump and Secretary of Interior Ryan Zinke’s proposal to auction off nearly every piece of America’s coastline to private oil companies, 34 religious leaders in […]

NC Religious Leaders’ Letter Opposing Offshore Oil Drilling Delivered to DC

March 12, 2018 by Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Lenten Guide: Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 11, 2018 By Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” You were dead through the trespasses and sins in which you once lived, following the course of this world, […]

Lenten Guide: Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 11, 2018 by Susannah Tuttle, Director of Strategic Engagement

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” You were dead through the trespasses and sins in which you once lived, following the course of this world, […]

PHW Expands and Welcomes New Staff

March 8, 2018 By Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The staff of the NC Council of Churches is delighted to welcome Josie Walker and Karen Richardson-Dunn to the Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) team. Josie Walker is the […]

PHW Expands and Welcomes New Staff

March 8, 2018 by Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The staff of the NC Council of Churches is delighted to welcome Josie Walker and Karen Richardson-Dunn to the Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) team. Josie Walker is the […]

Lenten Guide: Third Sunday in Lent

March 4, 2018 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Then God spoke all these words: I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of […]

Lenten Guide: Third Sunday in Lent

March 4, 2018 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Then God spoke all these words: I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of […]

Spotlight: St. John AME

February 28, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Spotlight: St. John AME

February 28, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Lenten Guide: Second Sunday in Lent

February 25, 2018 By Rev. Karen Richardson Dunn, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” You who fear the Lord, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him; stand in awe of him, […]

Lenten Guide: Second Sunday in Lent

February 25, 2018 by Rev. Karen Richardson Dunn, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” You who fear the Lord, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him; stand in awe of him, […]

It’s Only 40 Days

February 19, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Sermon delivered by Jennifer Copeland yesterday, Sunday, February 18 at Millford Hills United Methodist Church in Salisbury, NC. The lectionary texts were Genesis 9:8-17 and Mark 1:9-15. 40 days–rain! 40 […]

It’s Only 40 Days

February 19, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

What More Can Be Said?

February 19, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

Powerful voices have long narrated the story of guns in America. The media. The NRA. Outraged, livid, grief-stricken mothers and fathers. When it comes to the horror of mass shootings, […]

What More Can Be Said?

February 19, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

Powerful voices have long narrated the story of guns in America. The media. The NRA. Outraged, livid, grief-stricken mothers and fathers. When it comes to the horror of mass shootings, […]

Lenten Guide: First Sunday in Lent

February 18, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Then God said to Noah and to his sons with him, “As for me, I am establishing my covenant […]

Lenten Guide: First Sunday in Lent

February 18, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” Then God said to Noah and to his sons with him, “As for me, I am establishing my covenant […]

Class Sizes and More: An Awkward Finale

February 15, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

As the General Assembly wraps up its weirdly timed and generally ill-conceived winter session, it would be nice to think that the grand dispute over class sizes in North Carolina’s […]

Class Sizes and More: An Awkward Finale

February 15, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

As the General Assembly wraps up its weirdly timed and generally ill-conceived winter session, it would be nice to think that the grand dispute over class sizes in North Carolina’s […]

Lenten Guide: Ash Wednesday

February 14, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” We entreat you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to […]

Lenten Guide: Ash Wednesday

February 14, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Excerpted from the NC Council of Churches Lenten Guide, “Journey to Justice” We entreat you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to […]

Apply Today for a PHW Mini-Grant

February 13, 2018 By Katie Withers, NC State MSW Intern

There are less than two weeks remaining to apply for a Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) Mini-Grant. Congregations that are members of the PHW Collaborative are able to request […]

Apply Today for a PHW Mini-Grant

February 13, 2018 by Katie Withers, NC State MSW Intern

There are less than two weeks remaining to apply for a Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) Mini-Grant. Congregations that are members of the PHW Collaborative are able to request […]

The Commission Came to Town

February 13, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

Only rarely does the United States Commission on Civil Rights hold hearings outside of Washington D.C. In February they came to town, convening in Raleigh to hear testimony about obstacles […]

The Commission Came to Town

February 13, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

Only rarely does the United States Commission on Civil Rights hold hearings outside of Washington D.C. In February they came to town, convening in Raleigh to hear testimony about obstacles […]

Be Reconciled

February 9, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Black History month is North Carolina Council of Churches’ history starting in 1935 because our history is founded on the black experience as seen through the eyes of the white […]

Be Reconciled

February 9, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Black History month is North Carolina Council of Churches’ history starting in 1935 because our history is founded on the black experience as seen through the eyes of the white […]

Job Opening: Program Coordinator for Sanctuary Sites and Immigration Advocacy

February 8, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Update: This position has now been filled. The Council is hiring a part-time program coordinator for Sanctuary sites and Immigration Advocacy. The full job description is posted below and at […]

Job Opening: Program Coordinator for Sanctuary Sites and Immigration Advocacy

February 8, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Update: This position has now been filled. The Council is hiring a part-time program coordinator for Sanctuary sites and Immigration Advocacy. The full job description is posted below and at […]

Job Opening: Opioid Response Program Coordinator

February 6, 2018 By North Carolina Council of Churches

The Council’s Partners in Health and Wholeness initiative is hiring a full-time program coordinator to enhance the faith communities’ awareness and response to the opioid crisis in the state of […]

Job Opening: Opioid Response Program Coordinator

February 6, 2018 by North Carolina Council of Churches

With Rights at Stake, Judges Stand Tall

February 5, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The pattern has become familiar – and a welcome pattern it is, even if brought about by the Republican-controlled General Assembly’s relentless abuses of our democratic system. Call it, “Judges […]

With Rights at Stake, Judges Stand Tall

February 5, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The Severity of the Flu

January 29, 2018 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

This flu season is notably harsh and even deadly in some circumstances. According to North Carolina Health Officials, as of January 25, there have been 21 flu deaths in our […]

The Severity of the Flu

January 29, 2018 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

This flu season is notably harsh and even deadly in some circumstances. According to North Carolina Health Officials, as of January 25, there have been 21 flu deaths in our […]

Looking for Help?

January 23, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

The Federal Government of the United States of America shut down at midnight on Friday. It reopened yesterday, but may shut down again in February. Uncertainty and disorientation abound. […]

Looking for Help?

January 23, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

The Federal Government of the United States of America shut down at midnight on Friday. It reopened yesterday, but may shut down again in February. Uncertainty and disorientation abound. […]

Thumbs-up to Fairer Districts

January 22, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Progress in rooting out North Carolina’s gerrymandered voting districts hasn’t always occurred in a straight line. But the trend – thanks to federal judges honoring their duty to uphold the […]

Thumbs-up to Fairer Districts

January 22, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Medicare for All

January 18, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks originally delivered at the Medicare for All Rally held in Durham on Saturday, January 13. We are the fortunate ones. We are here. We are able to be here. […]

Medicare for All

January 18, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks originally delivered at the Medicare for All Rally held in Durham on Saturday, January 13. We are the fortunate ones. We are here. We are able to be here. […]

Jesus, Martin, and Gilles

January 17, 2018 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

A reflection on Jesus of Nazareth (out of which nothing good comes)¹, the life and death of Martin Luther King Jr., and the detention of Gilles Bikindou. Jesus. Martin. Gilles. […]

Jesus, Martin, and Gilles

January 17, 2018 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

A reflection on Jesus of Nazareth (out of which nothing good comes)¹, the life and death of Martin Luther King Jr., and the detention of Gilles Bikindou. Jesus. Martin. Gilles. […]

Spotlight: Bethel Christian Assembly

January 15, 2018 By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Spotlight: Bethel Christian Assembly

January 15, 2018 by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW), an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches, is designed to bridge issues of faith, health, and justice. We partner with faith communities […]

Words Make a World

January 13, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

The words we hear form what we think. The words we say form what we do. And when powerful people use words, the words have even more power. And so […]

Words Make a World

January 13, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

The words we hear form what we think. The words we say form what we do. And when powerful people use words, the words have even more power. And so […]

U.S. Court: Those Districts Won’t Fly

January 12, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Grand constitutional questions in this country aren’t settled until the Supreme Court has its say, either by affirming or reversing the rulings of lower-court judges or simply by declining to […]

U.S. Court: Those Districts Won’t Fly

January 12, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Grand constitutional questions in this country aren’t settled until the Supreme Court has its say, either by affirming or reversing the rulings of lower-court judges or simply by declining to […]

Defending Temporary Protected Status

January 10, 2018 By Yolanda Santiago-Correa, Duke Divinity School Intern

On Monday, the Department of Homeland Security announced the decision to terminate the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for El Salvador. This temporary immigration status allows people from certain countries […]

Defending Temporary Protected Status

January 10, 2018 by Yolanda Santiago-Correa, Duke Divinity School Intern

Advent Guide: Baptism of the Lord

January 8, 2018 By Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching […]

Advent Guide: Baptism of the Lord

January 8, 2018 by Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching […]

Advent Guide: Epiphany

January 6, 2018 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the […]

Advent Guide: Epiphany

January 6, 2018 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the […]

New Tax Law Will Harm Environment

January 5, 2018 By Michelle Peedin, Program Coordinator, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The final version of the tax bill, passed in late December, will now open the pristine Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) to oil drilling while maintaining a 14% cut in […]

New Tax Law Will Harm Environment

January 5, 2018 by Michelle Peedin, Program Coordinator, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The final version of the tax bill, passed in late December, will now open the pristine Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) to oil drilling while maintaining a 14% cut in […]

Council Offers Updated Sanctuary E-course

January 5, 2018 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

A growing movement of immigrant and faith communities have committed to doing what Congress and the Administration refuse to do: protect and stand with immigrants facing deportation. However, many congregations […]

Council Offers Updated Sanctuary E-course

January 5, 2018 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

N.C. Judges on Trial

January 4, 2018 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Well, here we go again. If the Republican-led General Assembly in 2017 focused on trying to exert its dominance over a freshly installed Democratic governor, then 2018 could bring the […]

N.C. Judges on Trial

January 4, 2018 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

Well, here we go again. If the Republican-led General Assembly in 2017 focused on trying to exert its dominance over a freshly installed Democratic governor, then 2018 could bring the […]

That Resolution

January 1, 2018 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

We all do it and well we should–start the new year resolving to do better. Maybe it’s eat better, exercise more, or work less. The resolution itself quickly takes a […]

That Resolution

January 1, 2018 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

We all do it and well we should–start the new year resolving to do better. Maybe it’s eat better, exercise more, or work less. The resolution itself quickly takes a […]

Advent Guide: First Sunday After Christmas Day

December 30, 2017 By Nicole Johnson, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. Praise the LORD. Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise […]

Advent Guide: First Sunday After Christmas Day

December 30, 2017 by Nicole Johnson, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. Praise the LORD. Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise […]

On the Fourth Day of Christmas

December 28, 2017 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

It has been a rough year for creche sets at our house. For our family, as for many, the Holiday Season is cluttered by rehearsals, recitals, school performances, pageants, holiday […]

On the Fourth Day of Christmas

December 28, 2017 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

It has been a rough year for creche sets at our house. For our family, as for many, the Holiday Season is cluttered by rehearsals, recitals, school performances, pageants, holiday […]

Christ’s Mass

December 25, 2017 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. …And the Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen […]

Christ’s Mass

December 25, 2017 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. …And the Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen […]

Advent Guide: Christmas Eve and Day

December 24, 2017 By Josie Walker, PHW Regional Coordinator

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation […]

Advent Guide: Christmas Eve and Day

December 24, 2017 by Josie Walker, PHW Regional Coordinator

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation […]

Advent Guide: Fourth Sunday, December 24

December 23, 2017 By Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the […]

Advent Guide: Fourth Sunday, December 24

December 23, 2017 by Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the […]

Welcome Mary Elizabeth

December 21, 2017 By Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

My name is Mary Elizabeth Hanchey and I joined the staff of the NC Council of Churches as Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach on November 1. I […]

Welcome Mary Elizabeth

December 21, 2017 by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey, Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach

My name is Mary Elizabeth Hanchey and I joined the staff of the NC Council of Churches as Program Associate for Legislative Advocacy and Interfaith Outreach on November 1. I […]

Congress: Hands Off New Rule Protecting Families from Payday Lenders

December 19, 2017 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Originally appeared in the Durham Herald and signed by both Larry Hall, Secretary of the NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, and Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director of the NC […]

Congress: Hands Off New Rule Protecting Families from Payday Lenders

December 19, 2017 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Originally appeared in the Durham Herald and signed by both Larry Hall, Secretary of the NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, and Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director of the NC […]

Supporting our Mental Health in the Holidays

December 18, 2017 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

The holiday season is a high-pressured time. The season’s greetings can bring unrealistic expectations, societal pressure, and busyness from Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day. If you do not feel well […]

Supporting our Mental Health in the Holidays

December 18, 2017 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

Advent Guide: Third Sunday, December 17

December 16, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were […]

Advent Guide: Third Sunday, December 17

December 16, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were […]

Vigil to End Gun Violence

December 14, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

This is my favorite time of the year. I’m a sap about all of it. I love decorating the house, seeing the lights downtown, the music, getting cozy with a […]

Vigil to End Gun Violence

December 14, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

This is my favorite time of the year. I’m a sap about all of it. I love decorating the house, seeing the lights downtown, the music, getting cozy with a […]

Executive Director Jennifer Copeland Receives Award from North Carolinians Against Gun Violence

December 14, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director of the North Carolina Council of Churches, and Beth Messersmith, North Carolina Campaign Director for MomsRising, received the 2017 Effie Steele Award from North Carolinians Against […]

Executive Director Jennifer Copeland Receives Award from North Carolinians Against Gun Violence

December 14, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

An Important Reminder – Less than 5 Days Remain to Get Insurance through the Affordable Care Act

December 11, 2017 By Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

If you do not have insurance through an employer or other group plan, the Affordable Care Act continues to provide an option. Though battered, up to and including, appeals to […]

An Important Reminder – Less than 5 Days Remain to Get Insurance through the Affordable Care Act

December 11, 2017 by Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

If you do not have insurance through an employer or other group plan, the Affordable Care Act continues to provide an option. Though battered, up to and including, appeals to […]

Advent Guide: Second Sunday, December 10

December 9, 2017 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to […]

Advent Guide: Second Sunday, December 10

December 9, 2017 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to […]

NCIPL Testifies at EPA Hearing on Clean Power Plan

December 8, 2017 By Michelle Peedin, Program Coordinator, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Last week North Carolina Interfaith Power & Light spoke at the EPA public hearing in Charleston, West Virginia, on the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan. The EPA has proposed […]

NCIPL Testifies at EPA Hearing on Clean Power Plan

December 8, 2017 by Michelle Peedin, Program Coordinator, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Last week North Carolina Interfaith Power & Light spoke at the EPA public hearing in Charleston, West Virginia, on the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan. The EPA has proposed […]

Torture Inquiry Hits Close to Home

December 5, 2017 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The solid citizens of Johnston County, N.C. – in a fateful quirk of geography – for several years have faced an unusual dilemma: What to do about the local company […]

Torture Inquiry Hits Close to Home

December 5, 2017 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The solid citizens of Johnston County, N.C. – in a fateful quirk of geography – for several years have faced an unusual dilemma: What to do about the local company […]

Hope for the Holidays: 2017 Advent Calendar to Defend Immigrants and Refugees

December 4, 2017 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

Last year, we created an Advent Calendar to Support Immigrants and Refugees. This year, as the futures of tens of thousands of refugees, DACA recipients, and immigrants who are at […]

Hope for the Holidays: 2017 Advent Calendar to Defend Immigrants and Refugees

December 4, 2017 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

Last year, we created an Advent Calendar to Support Immigrants and Refugees. This year, as the futures of tens of thousands of refugees, DACA recipients, and immigrants who are at […]

Advent Guide: First Sunday, December 3

December 2, 2017 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. “But in those days, following that distress, the sun will […]

Advent Guide: First Sunday, December 3

December 2, 2017 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Excerpted from A Season of Hope. An Advent Guide for Lectionary Year B from the North Carolina Council of Churches. “But in those days, following that distress, the sun will […]

Jesus, Money, and Taxes

December 1, 2017 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks offered at a press conference on tax reform at the North Carolina State Capitol on Monday, November 29. For those of us who mark time a little differently than […]

Jesus, Money, and Taxes

December 1, 2017 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks offered at a press conference on tax reform at the North Carolina State Capitol on Monday, November 29. For those of us who mark time a little differently than […]

Road Work Ahead: Jesus and Taxes

December 1, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Jesus had a lot to say about money, possessions, care for those who are impoverished, and care for those whose bodies are hungry or sick. And those things he said […]

Road Work Ahead: Jesus and Taxes

December 1, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Jesus had a lot to say about money, possessions, care for those who are impoverished, and care for those whose bodies are hungry or sick. And those things he said […]

Winding Down National Diabetes Month with Partners in Health and Wholeness

November 30, 2017 By Josie Walker, PHW Regional Coordinator

It isn’t too late to practice prevention. In North Carolina alone, an estimated 750,000 people have been diagnosed with diabetes. An additional 280,000 may have diabetes but are undiagnosed. Already […]

Winding Down National Diabetes Month with Partners in Health and Wholeness

November 30, 2017 by Josie Walker, PHW Regional Coordinator

Support the Council on Giving Tuesday

November 27, 2017 By Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Dear Friends, Last year when we sent out our fall appeal requesting financial support for the work of the North Carolina Council of Churches we were only days past the […]

Support the Council on Giving Tuesday

November 27, 2017 by Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Dear Friends, Last year when we sent out our fall appeal requesting financial support for the work of the North Carolina Council of Churches we were only days past the […]

Advent Guide: A Season of Hope

November 25, 2017 By Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

The theme for our Advent Guide this year is hope. After considering various themes, we chose hope for the reminder of eternal Hope rather than the spurts of an optimistic […]

Advent Guide: A Season of Hope

November 25, 2017 by Rev. Jessica Stokes, Associate Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness, Mental Health Advocacy

The theme for our Advent Guide this year is hope. After considering various themes, we chose hope for the reminder of eternal Hope rather than the spurts of an optimistic […]