At the beginning of 2016, ICE (Immigration and Custom Enforcement) stepped up deportations of undocumented Central Americans in North Carolina. Now is the time for faith communities to respond to these raids, which have separated families, imposed suffering and heightened fears among the immigrant community. This webinar will use recordings from a community forum held […]
Several organization including the Council, Health Care for All NC, NC Child, the Justice Center, and the League of Women Voters will come together for a Medicaid Expansion Advocacy Day. The day will consist of an information and advocacy session, followed by a march to nearby Jones Street. All are welcome to join for any […]
What can congregations and emergency food providers do to ensure our food pantries and donations both feed and adequately nourish people who are experiencing food insecurity? Many food-pantry users are battling one or more chronic diseases and foods commonly given out at food pantries are high in salt and sugar and are lacking in important […]
The World Climate Project simulation lets you participate in a thought-provoking, mock-UN event that simulates the United Nations climate talks held in Paris in December. Through this simulation you will increase your awareness of the greatest challenge facing humanity and experience what it is like to negotiate a climate deal. RSVP here. Contact info@ncipl.org for […]
Join the Council, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, and others for a Wear Orange event on the lawn at Bull McCabe's on National Gun Violence Awareness Day. There will be pop-up style singing, games, and information about how you can get involved to end gun violence in our communities. Wear something orange, bring […]
The scale and urgency of climate change requires our generation to reassess our lives, repurpose our religious practice and reorient our assets in ways that align with our covenant with God and preserve the Eden into which we were born. Come to this workshop to be inspired by courageous initiatives already underway, and to consider […]
A year after the Charleston tragedy: Growing hope for saner anti-gun violence policies N.C. Policy Watch presents a special Crucial Conversation luncheon: Register here It’s been nearly a year since the horrific tragedy in Charleston, South Carolina in which nine attendees at a Bible study at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church were shot down and […]
Half a million people in North Carolina still have no realistic access to health care coverage. Our state has the opportunity to accept $4.9 million per day in federal funding to close the coverage gap but our state legislators need to hear from us to make this happen. The Council, along with Health Care for […]
The Wild Goose Festival is a 4-day spirit, justice, music and arts festival where all kinds of people come together, not only to hear great music and incredible speakers, but also to dive into lively conversations with thought leaders, writers, dreamers, artists, visionaries, social justice activists, peace-makers. This year the Council will be in attendance […]
Half a million people in North Carolina still have no realistic access to health care coverage. Our state has the opportunity to accept $4.9 million per day in federal funding to close the coverage gap but our state legislators need to hear from us to make this happen. The Council, along with Health Care for […]
Join this gathering of faith-based organizations in order to make significant positive health improvements within multicultural communities. Hosted by the American Heart Association and sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield NC
This year, the NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide series of Clergy Breakfasts on immigration. These events are geared towards busy religious professionals and faith leaders, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free breakfast). This clergy breakfast series on immigration revolves […]
On August 3rd, a coalition of business and community leaders from across North Carolina will come together to launch the Reason for Reform campaign. The event, hosted by the Partnership for a New American Economy and the NC Council of Churches will highlight the need for immigration reform and present new North Carolina-specific data about […]
Do members of your community struggle to get the health care they need? Are you or someone you know uninsured or underinsured and not sure where to go for affordable health care? Join us for this event to learn more about the health care coverage gap in our state as well as local health resources […]
The NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide series of Clergy Breakfasts on immigration. These events are geared towards busy religious professionals and faith leaders, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free breakfast). This clergy breakfast series on immigration revolves around sharing […]
(en español abajo:) The 2016 Summit promises to accomplish four main goals: · Offer a unique statewide, ecumenical gathering for faith leaders who work primarily with immigrant congregations; · Help equip these faith leaders to deal with the daily challenges faced by their congregations, especially related to their immigration status; · Provide a space for […]
