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Gail Phares to receive Faith Active in Public Life Award

February 14, 2019 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Each time the Council holds its bi-annual Legislative Seminar, we honor those whose public lives reflect their faith commitments. The Faith Active in Public Life Award calls attention to someone […]

Gail Phares to receive Faith Active in Public Life Award

February 14, 2019 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Each time the Council holds its bi-annual Legislative Seminar, we honor those whose public lives reflect their faith commitments. The Faith Active in Public Life Award calls attention to someone […]

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Wilmington Roadshow Lunch

January 22, 2019 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Join the Council for lunch to learn a bit of our history and current initiatives along with strategies and visions for going forward.  We are made of 18 denominations across […]

Wilmington Roadshow Lunch

January 22, 2019 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Join the Council for lunch to learn a bit of our history and current initiatives along with strategies and visions for going forward.  We are made of 18 denominations across […]

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Welcome Sarah Ogletree

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

The Council is excited to welcome Sarah Ogletree as an intern with NC Interfaith Power & Light (NCIPL) this academic year. Sarah is currently a student at Wake Forest University […]

Welcome Sarah Ogletree

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

The Council is excited to welcome Sarah Ogletree as an intern with NC Interfaith Power & Light (NCIPL) this academic year. Sarah is currently a student at Wake Forest University […]

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Job Opening: NC No Torture Project Coordinator

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

UPDATE: This position has been filled. The Council is hiring a half-time (20 hours per week) project coordinator to work with communities of faith to seek confession, repentance, and forgiveness […]

Job Opening: NC No Torture Project Coordinator

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

UPDATE: This position has been filled. The Council is hiring a half-time (20 hours per week) project coordinator to work with communities of faith to seek confession, repentance, and forgiveness […]

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Council Welcomes Elizabeth Brewington to Partners in Health and Wholeness

June 14, 2018 By Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The NC Council of Churches was recently awarded an eighteen-month grant to promote compassionate solutions, based on health and human dignity, to the opioid crisis in North Carolina. This work […]

Council Welcomes Elizabeth Brewington to Partners in Health and Wholeness

June 14, 2018 by Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The NC Council of Churches was recently awarded an eighteen-month grant to promote compassionate solutions, based on health and human dignity, to the opioid crisis in North Carolina. This work […]

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Council Launches NC Sanctuary Coalition

June 11, 2018 By Rachel Baker, Communications Director

The North Carolina Council of Churches and its allies across North Carolina invite others to join the NC Sanctuary Coalition. We first announced plans for the coalition at a press […]

Council Launches NC Sanctuary Coalition

June 11, 2018 by Rachel Baker, Communications Director

The North Carolina Council of Churches and its allies across North Carolina invite others to join the NC Sanctuary Coalition. We first announced plans for the coalition at a press […]

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Welcome Keegan

June 9, 2018 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Keegan Cheleden will be with the Council full-time this summer as an intern through Duke Divinity School. She introduces herself below: My name is Keegan Cheleden. I grew up in […]

Welcome Keegan

June 9, 2018 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Keegan Cheleden will be with the Council full-time this summer as an intern through Duke Divinity School. She introduces herself below: My name is Keegan Cheleden. I grew up in […]

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Support the Work of the Council

June 8, 2018 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Dear Friends, Like Esther, the NC Council of Churches finds itself heeding the call “for such a time as this.” Unlike Esther, we do not need an uncle to persuade […]

Support the Work of the Council

June 8, 2018 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Dear Friends, Like Esther, the NC Council of Churches finds itself heeding the call “for such a time as this.” Unlike Esther, we do not need an uncle to persuade […]

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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

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 […]

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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 […]

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Council Posts Billboard about Gun Violence

April 5, 2018 By The 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 The 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 […]

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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

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 […]

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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 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Criminal Justice, Domestic Violence, Economic Justice, Elections, Environment, Equality & Reconciliation, Gender, Healthcare Reform, Public Education, Race/Ethnicity, Worship

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 […]

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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 […]

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Be Reconciled

February 9, 2018 By The 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 The 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 […]

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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 […]

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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

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 […]

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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

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 […]

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That Resolution

January 1, 2018 By The 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 The 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 […]

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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 […]

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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

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 […]

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Support the Council on Giving Tuesday

November 27, 2017 By The 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 The 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 […]

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Advent Guide: A Season of Hope

November 25, 2017 By The 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 The 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 […]

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Faith and Health Summit Recap

November 13, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Written by Council intern Katie Withers. Katie is a Master of Social Work student at North Carolina State University. Two weeks ago, Partners in Health and Wholeness, a program of […]

Faith and Health Summit Recap

November 13, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Written by Council intern Katie Withers. Katie is a Master of Social Work student at North Carolina State University. Two weeks ago, Partners in Health and Wholeness, a program of […]

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Faith and Health Summit Spotlight: Mental Health Workshops

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

Partners in Health and Wholeness invites you to join us in Greensboro on Friday, October 20, for our Faith and Health Summit. There will be excellent workshops on many relevant […]

Faith and Health Summit Spotlight: Mental Health Workshops

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

Partners in Health and Wholeness invites you to join us in Greensboro on Friday, October 20, for our Faith and Health Summit. There will be excellent workshops on many relevant […]

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Join Us for the PHW Faith and Health Summit

October 5, 2017 By Michelle Peedin, Program Coordinator, Partners in Health and Wholeness

On Thursday, October 19th Partners in Health and Wholeness will host our 2017 Faith and Health Summit. Thursday’s events include a community gardens and permaculture tour throughout the city of […]

Join Us for the PHW Faith and Health Summit

October 5, 2017 by Michelle Peedin, Program Coordinator, Partners in Health and Wholeness

On Thursday, October 19th Partners in Health and Wholeness will host our 2017 Faith and Health Summit. Thursday’s events include a community gardens and permaculture tour throughout the city of […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Community Gardens, Council News, Food, Health, Mental Health, Religion & Society, Rural Life

Welcome Yolanda

October 3, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Yolanda will be with the Council during the 2017-2018 academic year as an intern through Duke Divinity School. She introduces herself below: My name is Yolanda Santiago-Correa. I am originally […]

Welcome Yolanda

October 3, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Yolanda will be with the Council during the 2017-2018 academic year as an intern through Duke Divinity School. She introduces herself below: My name is Yolanda Santiago-Correa. I am originally […]

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Welcome Lindsay

September 28, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The Council is excited to introduce you to our newest staff member, Lindsay Barth. Lindsay joined us earlier this month in the position of office manager.  She introduces herself below: […]

Welcome Lindsay

September 28, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The Council is excited to introduce you to our newest staff member, Lindsay Barth. Lindsay joined us earlier this month in the position of office manager.  She introduces herself below: […]

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Welcome Katie

September 12, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The Council is excited to have Katie Withers, a Master of Social Work student at North Carolina State University, interning with us for the 2017-2018 academic year. Katie introduces herself […]

Welcome Katie

September 12, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The Council is excited to have Katie Withers, a Master of Social Work student at North Carolina State University, interning with us for the 2017-2018 academic year. Katie introduces herself […]

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Job Opening: Office Manager

August 7, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Update: This position has now been filled. The Council is hiring an office manager to work in our Raleigh office. The full job description is below and at this link. […]

Job Opening: Office Manager

August 7, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

Update: This position has now been filled. The Council is hiring an office manager to work in our Raleigh office. The full job description is below and at this link. […]

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One Last Time…..

August 4, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Even when the opportunity before you is grand, it is hard to leave a place you love. Today is my last day at the Council of Churches, after 16 years […]

One Last Time…..

August 4, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Even when the opportunity before you is grand, it is hard to leave a place you love. Today is my last day at the Council of Churches, after 16 years […]

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Council Executive Director Honored with Asbury Award

July 20, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Jennifer Copeland, the Council’s Executive Director, has been honored with the 2017 Francis Asbury Award by the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church. The award, named for one of […]

Council Executive Director Honored with Asbury Award

July 20, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Jennifer Copeland, the Council’s Executive Director, has been honored with the 2017 Francis Asbury Award by the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church. The award, named for one of […]

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Great to Meet You at Wild Goose!

July 17, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We were delighted to meet many of you at the Wild Goose Festival last week. Council staff members enjoyed spending time with friends from across the country, hearing your stories, […]

Great to Meet You at Wild Goose!

July 17, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We were delighted to meet many of you at the Wild Goose Festival last week. Council staff members enjoyed spending time with friends from across the country, hearing your stories, […]

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NC Council of Churches Places Welcome Billboard Along I-40

June 26, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

For at least the next month, drivers along I-40 West between Statesville and Hickory will see an important reminder of God’s directive to be a welcoming presence to the most […]

NC Council of Churches Places Welcome Billboard Along I-40

June 26, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

For at least the next month, drivers along I-40 West between Statesville and Hickory will see an important reminder of God’s directive to be a welcoming presence to the most […]

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Video: What’s the Council Staff Up to this Summer?

June 25, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

It has been a busy year and is shaping up to be an even busier summer. We hope you’ll support our work.

Video: What’s the Council Staff Up to this Summer?

June 25, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

It has been a busy year and is shaping up to be an even busier summer. We hope you’ll support our work.

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Join the Council at Wild Goose!

May 22, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council is a sponsor of the Wild Goose Festival in Hot Springs this July. Members of the staff will be leading workshops and sharing resources. We hope to see […]

Join the Council at Wild Goose!

May 22, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council is a sponsor of the Wild Goose Festival in Hot Springs this July. Members of the staff will be leading workshops and sharing resources. We hope to see […]

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What Gives Me Hope

May 22, 2017 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks delivered at the NC Justice Center’s 2017 Defenders of Justice Awards where the Council was recognized for Grassroots Empowerment. In 1960 Terry Sanford ran for Governor of NC. By […]

What Gives Me Hope

May 22, 2017 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Remarks delivered at the NC Justice Center’s 2017 Defenders of Justice Awards where the Council was recognized for Grassroots Empowerment. In 1960 Terry Sanford ran for Governor of NC. By […]

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2017 Stand Up Sabbath — June 16-18

May 15, 2017 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

About this time two years ago, I accepted the offer to become the next Executive Director of the NC Council of Churches. We agreed that I would spend two weeks […]

2017 Stand Up Sabbath — June 16-18

May 15, 2017 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

About this time two years ago, I accepted the offer to become the next Executive Director of the NC Council of Churches. We agreed that I would spend two weeks […]

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Apply for PHW Collaborative by May 31 to be Eligible for June Mini-Grant

May 11, 2017 By Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

The next Partners in Health and Wholeness Mini-grant Cycle will begin June 5. Interested congregations must apply to join the PHW Collaborative (previously PHW Certification) by May 31 to be […]

Apply for PHW Collaborative by May 31 to be Eligible for June Mini-Grant

May 11, 2017 by Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

The next Partners in Health and Wholeness Mini-grant Cycle will begin June 5. Interested congregations must apply to join the PHW Collaborative (previously PHW Certification) by May 31 to be […]

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Have You Downloaded the NC Council of Churches App?

May 5, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

If you haven’t, here’s a bit of encouragement from Council staff.    

Have You Downloaded the NC Council of Churches App?

May 5, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

If you haven’t, here’s a bit of encouragement from Council staff.    

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There’s an App for That

April 21, 2017 By Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The Council is excited to announce the release of our free app for iOS and Android mobile devices. The current political climate has proven to be chaotic at times and […]

There’s an App for That

April 21, 2017 by Andrew Hudgins, Program Associate for Operations

The Council is excited to announce the release of our free app for iOS and Android mobile devices. The current political climate has proven to be chaotic at times and […]

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NC Council of Churches to be Recognized as a Defender of Justice

April 7, 2017 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Jesus mentions when discussing faith-based activity, “Do not sound a trumpet before you…so that [you] might be praised” (Matthew 6:2) and advises that those who work toward the Reign of […]

NC Council of Churches to be Recognized as a Defender of Justice

April 7, 2017 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Jesus mentions when discussing faith-based activity, “Do not sound a trumpet before you…so that [you] might be praised” (Matthew 6:2) and advises that those who work toward the Reign of […]

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Welcome Andrew and Michelle!

February 15, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council has added two new staffers in recent months. Andrew Hudgins is our Program Associate for Operations, and Michelle Peedin is our Program Associate for North Carolina Interfaith Power […]

Welcome Andrew and Michelle!

February 15, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council has added two new staffers in recent months. Andrew Hudgins is our Program Associate for Operations, and Michelle Peedin is our Program Associate for North Carolina Interfaith Power […]

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Whispers and Shouts

February 11, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Sometimes God whispers. Whether through hymns or homilies or kids dancing their way down the aisle to children’s chapel. Sometimes God shouts. Through the amplified suffering of others, known or […]

Whispers and Shouts

February 11, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Sometimes God whispers. Whether through hymns or homilies or kids dancing their way down the aisle to children’s chapel. Sometimes God shouts. Through the amplified suffering of others, known or […]

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Join us to Pray for Justice and Reconciliation and to Share Dinner Together

January 3, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Durham and the NC Council of Churches invite you to join us for a brief service to pray for justice and reconciliation in our nation […]

Join us to Pray for Justice and Reconciliation and to Share Dinner Together

January 3, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Durham and the NC Council of Churches invite you to join us for a brief service to pray for justice and reconciliation in our nation […]

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Two PHW Regional Coordinators Recognized

January 2, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Two of the Partners in Health and Wholeness program’s regional coordinators have been honored recently. Joy Williams has been named a 2017 Rural Health Fellow by the National Rural Health […]

Two PHW Regional Coordinators Recognized

January 2, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Two of the Partners in Health and Wholeness program’s regional coordinators have been honored recently. Joy Williams has been named a 2017 Rural Health Fellow by the National Rural Health […]

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Job Opening: Program Associate for PHW and NCIPL

January 1, 2017 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council is hiring a full-time program associate to support Partners in Health and Wholeness and North Carolina Interfaith Power and Light. The full job description is posted below and […]

Job Opening: Program Associate for PHW and NCIPL

January 1, 2017 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council is hiring a full-time program associate to support Partners in Health and Wholeness and North Carolina Interfaith Power and Light. The full job description is posted below and […]

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The Council Welcomes Your End-of-Year Gift

December 26, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Looking ahead to 2017, there is much more work for the Council to do than we ever imagined. Please join us. Your financial support helps us continue what began in […]

The Council Welcomes Your End-of-Year Gift

December 26, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Looking ahead to 2017, there is much more work for the Council to do than we ever imagined. Please join us. Your financial support helps us continue what began in […]

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Merry Christmas from the Council

December 22, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Promise of a New Day Brown Baby Born to Unwed Parents Immigrant, Refugee, Religious Outsider Radical Organizer for the Oppressed Prince of Peace, Emmanuel Savior We know you as all […]

Merry Christmas from the Council

December 22, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Promise of a New Day Brown Baby Born to Unwed Parents Immigrant, Refugee, Religious Outsider Radical Organizer for the Oppressed Prince of Peace, Emmanuel Savior We know you as all […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News, Prophetic Voice, Worship

Advent: A Call to Action

December 19, 2016 By Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

The themes of Advent are particularly resonant and difficult this year. For me, this is in light of two major events, the recent election and the recent birth of my […]

Advent: A Call to Action

December 19, 2016 by Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

The themes of Advent are particularly resonant and difficult this year. For me, this is in light of two major events, the recent election and the recent birth of my […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News, Peace, Prophetic Voice, Religion & Society

Support North Carolina’s Faithful Voice for Justice, Unity, and Peace

December 18, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We are living in unsettling times. Progress we once thought inviolable now feels threatened. One constant is the NC Council of Churches and our commitment to a more just, united, […]

Support North Carolina’s Faithful Voice for Justice, Unity, and Peace

December 18, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We are living in unsettling times. Progress we once thought inviolable now feels threatened. One constant is the NC Council of Churches and our commitment to a more just, united, […]

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Wise Leaders Would Answer the Call for Justice and Righteousness

December 15, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Remarks delivered by Jennifer Copeland at a December 15 press conference in Raleigh on the General Assembly’s second special session. For Christians around the world it is the third week […]

Wise Leaders Would Answer the Call for Justice and Righteousness

December 15, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Remarks delivered by Jennifer Copeland at a December 15 press conference in Raleigh on the General Assembly’s second special session. For Christians around the world it is the third week […]

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Alternative Giving — Support the Council

December 9, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

For a holiday shopping list filled with more hope and less stuff, consider making a gift to the Council. You can donate on behalf of the faithful advocate for social […]

Alternative Giving — Support the Council

December 9, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

For a holiday shopping list filled with more hope and less stuff, consider making a gift to the Council. You can donate on behalf of the faithful advocate for social […]

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Video — #LoveOneAnother

December 8, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The response to our sign-on ad was overwhelming and inspired the staff of the Council to create the video below. Clergy who would like to have their names included in […]

Video — #LoveOneAnother

December 8, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The response to our sign-on ad was overwhelming and inspired the staff of the Council to create the video below. Clergy who would like to have their names included in […]

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Thanksgiving Blessings from the Council

November 23, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ~Philippians 4:6 Thanksgiving Blessings from the NC Council of […]

Thanksgiving Blessings from the Council

November 23, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ~Philippians 4:6 Thanksgiving Blessings from the NC Council of […]

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USDA Approves Emergency Food Benefits for Matthew Victims Through 10/26

October 24, 2016 By Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Residents in 18 counties impacted by Hurricane Matthew are eligible for emergency food benefits through a program called D-SNAP. The application period is very short, ending on Wednesday, October 26. […]

USDA Approves Emergency Food Benefits for Matthew Victims Through 10/26

October 24, 2016 by Chris Pernell, Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

Residents in 18 counties impacted by Hurricane Matthew are eligible for emergency food benefits through a program called D-SNAP. The application period is very short, ending on Wednesday, October 26. […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News, Food, Good Government, Housing, Religion & Society, Rural Life

Vote Your Values and Take a Friend

October 13, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Remarks delivered by Executive Director Jennifer Copeland at a press conference with the NC NAACP in Raleigh on October 13. Vote your values is a rallying cry issued early and […]

Vote Your Values and Take a Friend

October 13, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Remarks delivered by Executive Director Jennifer Copeland at a press conference with the NC NAACP in Raleigh on October 13. Vote your values is a rallying cry issued early and […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Children & Youth, Council News, Economic Justice, Elections, Good Government, Interfaith, N.C. General Assembly, State Budget, Taxes

Ways to Encourage Faithful Voters in This Election Season

September 27, 2016 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

As the election approaches, many people of faith are turning to clergy for advice and assistance in the voting process. This year the Council is partnering with the nonpartisan voting […]

Ways to Encourage Faithful Voters in This Election Season

September 27, 2016 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

As the election approaches, many people of faith are turning to clergy for advice and assistance in the voting process. This year the Council is partnering with the nonpartisan voting […]

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NCIPL’s Penny Hooper Named “Woman of the Year”

August 26, 2016 By Susannah Tuttle, NCIPL Director

We are thrilled to share that Penny J. Hopper has been awarded “Woman of the Year” by the League of Women Voters of Carteret County, NC. Penny joined NC Interfaith […]

NCIPL’s Penny Hooper Named “Woman of the Year”

August 26, 2016 by Susannah Tuttle, NCIPL Director

We are thrilled to share that Penny J. Hopper has been awarded “Woman of the Year” by the League of Women Voters of Carteret County, NC. Penny joined NC Interfaith […]

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Did You Miss the Council’s Workshop at the Wild Goose?

July 16, 2016 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

If you were unable to attend the Wild Goose Festival in Hot Springs last week, you missed an amazing four days of fellowship, talks, music, and telling stories. Watch the 3 […]

Did You Miss the Council’s Workshop at the Wild Goose?

July 16, 2016 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

If you were unable to attend the Wild Goose Festival in Hot Springs last week, you missed an amazing four days of fellowship, talks, music, and telling stories. Watch the 3 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Christian Unity, Civil Discourse, Council News

The Council Presents at the Wild Goose Festival

July 5, 2016 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

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 […]

The Council Presents at the Wild Goose Festival

July 5, 2016 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

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 […]

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New Staff Members Join the Council

July 2, 2016 By Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

The Council gained two new staff members in May. Meet Nicole Johnson and Jessica Stokes below.

New Staff Members Join the Council

July 2, 2016 by Jennie Belle, Former Immigration and Farmworkers Director

The Council gained two new staff members in May. Meet Nicole Johnson and Jessica Stokes below.

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A Reminder of Evelyn

June 11, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

By George Reed, Retired Executive Director of the NC Council of Churches The New York Times Sunday Magazine for May 15, 2016 – the annual health issue – focused entirely […]

A Reminder of Evelyn

June 11, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

By George Reed, Retired Executive Director of the NC Council of Churches The New York Times Sunday Magazine for May 15, 2016 – the annual health issue – focused entirely […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Health

Gun Violence Prevention: New Web Page, Stand Up Sabbath

June 1, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

NC advocates in orange at the General Assembly last year. Photo provided by Beth Messersmith, NC Campaign Director, MomsRising. Less than a month ago, our middle son sat with his classmates under […]

Gun Violence Prevention: New Web Page, Stand Up Sabbath

June 1, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

NC advocates in orange at the General Assembly last year. Photo provided by Beth Messersmith, NC Campaign Director, MomsRising. Less than a month ago, our middle son sat with his classmates under […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Children & Youth, Council News, Criminal Justice, Gun Violence, Mental Health, N.C. General Assembly, Prophetic Voice, Religion & Society, Worship

Be an Ally: Support the Council

May 23, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Without the support of individuals, the work of the Council could not continue as it exists today. Your donation helps us be an ally to the “othered” whether that’s immigrants, […]

Be an Ally: Support the Council

May 23, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Without the support of individuals, the work of the Council could not continue as it exists today. Your donation helps us be an ally to the “othered” whether that’s immigrants, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News

George Reed to Receive Distinguished Service Award at Critical Issues Seminar

April 15, 2016 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

In the era of participation trophies, one more award might seem just that. This is not your ordinary award, however, nor is the recipient your ordinary participant. The Distinguished Service Award […]

George Reed to Receive Distinguished Service Award at Critical Issues Seminar

April 15, 2016 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

In the era of participation trophies, one more award might seem just that. This is not your ordinary award, however, nor is the recipient your ordinary participant. The Distinguished Service Award […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News

New Staff Members Join the Council

January 31, 2016 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council gained two new staff members in January. Meet Liz Millar and Chris Pernell below.

New Staff Members Join the Council

January 31, 2016 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council gained two new staff members in January. Meet Liz Millar and Chris Pernell below.

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News, Health, Healthcare Reform

2016 Ecumenical Prayer Calendar

January 10, 2016 By Rose Gurkin, Former Program Associate for Administration

This Prayer for Unity and monthly ecumenical prayer calendar include by name the judicatories and congregations that are members of the North Carolina Council of Churches and the names of […]

2016 Ecumenical Prayer Calendar

January 10, 2016 by Rose Gurkin, Former Program Associate for Administration

This Prayer for Unity and monthly ecumenical prayer calendar include by name the judicatories and congregations that are members of the North Carolina Council of Churches and the names of […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Christian Unity, Council News

Strive to Revive Maintenance Grants

January 6, 2016 By Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

By Nicole Johnson, Strive to Revive Assistant The Strive to Revive (STR) Maintenance Grant Program is now open. This program is focused on providing resources, technical support, and financial assistance to congregations […]

Strive to Revive Maintenance Grants

January 6, 2016 by Shannon Axtell Martin, PHW Regional Coordinator

By Nicole Johnson, Strive to Revive Assistant The Strive to Revive (STR) Maintenance Grant Program is now open. This program is focused on providing resources, technical support, and financial assistance to congregations […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Health

We Welcome Your End-of-Year Gift

December 28, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

As we close out our 80th year, your donation helps in our shared advocacy for justice, peace, and unity. Our donors help us keep the lights on, provide print and online […]

We Welcome Your End-of-Year Gift

December 28, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

As we close out our 80th year, your donation helps in our shared advocacy for justice, peace, and unity. Our donors help us keep the lights on, provide print and online […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News

Blessings of Christmas from the Council

December 23, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Flight Into Egypt Mary speaks: fear tracks our passage as we flee from royal decrees, make our way with the boy who began in wonder at birth: the star, the […]

Blessings of Christmas from the Council

December 23, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Flight Into Egypt Mary speaks: fear tracks our passage as we flee from royal decrees, make our way with the boy who began in wonder at birth: the star, the […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News

We’re Hiring: PHW Regional Coordinators in Western and Eastern NC

December 18, 2015 By Monica Motley, Former Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The Council is hiring two full-time Partners in Health and Wholeness Regional Coordinators, one to serve in Western North Carolina and one to serve in Eastern North Carolina. Each will serve […]

We’re Hiring: PHW Regional Coordinators in Western and Eastern NC

December 18, 2015 by Monica Motley, Former Director, Partners in Health and Wholeness

The Council is hiring two full-time Partners in Health and Wholeness Regional Coordinators, one to serve in Western North Carolina and one to serve in Eastern North Carolina. Each will serve […]

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What Your Support Helps Us Do

December 9, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We are working for Medicaid expansion and a state that welcomes immigrants and refugees. More importantly, we’re working for people to be healthier and for a more peaceful planet where […]

What Your Support Helps Us Do

December 9, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We are working for Medicaid expansion and a state that welcomes immigrants and refugees. More importantly, we’re working for people to be healthier and for a more peaceful planet where […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Prophetic Voice

Blessings of Thanksgiving

November 25, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

For the wonder of each hour of the day and of the night, hill and vale and tree and flower, sun and moon and stars of light, Christ, our Lord, […]

Blessings of Thanksgiving

November 25, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

For the wonder of each hour of the day and of the night, hill and vale and tree and flower, sun and moon and stars of light, Christ, our Lord, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News

Job Opening — Application Deadline November 30

November 17, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council is hiring a full-time position for our Partners in Health and Wholeness program. Responsibilities for the Project Manager role include:| Administrative oversight for the Certification Programs and Mini-Grant Program. Specifically: disseminate […]

Job Opening — Application Deadline November 30

November 17, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council is hiring a full-time position for our Partners in Health and Wholeness program. Responsibilities for the Project Manager role include:| Administrative oversight for the Certification Programs and Mini-Grant Program. Specifically: disseminate […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Food, Health

2015 Advent Devotional Guide Focuses on Refugees

November 17, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

How desperate would your life need to be for you to leave everyone and everything you knew in pursuit of a better one? To venture into a new place where […]

2015 Advent Devotional Guide Focuses on Refugees

November 17, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

How desperate would your life need to be for you to leave everyone and everything you knew in pursuit of a better one? To venture into a new place where […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Children & Youth, Council News, Prophetic Voice, Religion & Society

2015 Fall Appeal Underway

November 16, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

As the Council’s 2015 fall appeal gets underway, we recognize the importance of individual giving to our work for compassion, justice, and peace. Our donors help us keep the lights on, provide […]

2015 Fall Appeal Underway

November 16, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

As the Council’s 2015 fall appeal gets underway, we recognize the importance of individual giving to our work for compassion, justice, and peace. Our donors help us keep the lights on, provide […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News

Shop Ten Thousand Villages in Greensboro and Cary; Support the Council

November 9, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Two of North Carolina’s Ten Thousand Villages stores are offering shoppers the chance to give twice this holiday season. The stores in Greensboro and Cary are holding Shop for a […]

Shop Ten Thousand Villages in Greensboro and Cary; Support the Council

November 9, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Two of North Carolina’s Ten Thousand Villages stores are offering shoppers the chance to give twice this holiday season. The stores in Greensboro and Cary are holding Shop for a […]

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Grant to Help HCFANC & Council Work on Medicaid Expansion

October 28, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Health Care for All NC and the NC Council of Churches have received a grant from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. The $25,000 grant from the Trust will allow […]

Grant to Help HCFANC & Council Work on Medicaid Expansion

October 28, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Health Care for All NC and the NC Council of Churches have received a grant from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. The $25,000 grant from the Trust will allow […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Economic Justice, Health, Healthcare Reform, Rural Life

Updated ACA and Medicaid Expansion Resources Available

October 23, 2015 By Rose Gurkin, Former Program Associate for Administration

The open enrollment period for the Healthcare Marketplace will open on November 1, and the Council’s Affordable Care Act resource page has been updated to provide helpful information. It is important to […]

Updated ACA and Medicaid Expansion Resources Available

October 23, 2015 by Rose Gurkin, Former Program Associate for Administration

The open enrollment period for the Healthcare Marketplace will open on November 1, and the Council’s Affordable Care Act resource page has been updated to provide helpful information. It is important to […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Health, Healthcare Reform

Complicated Answers to Different Questions

August 22, 2015 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

The offices for the NC Council of Churches sit half a block from Hillsborough Street—the street that automatically conjures up images of NC State, as well it should since the […]

Complicated Answers to Different Questions

August 22, 2015 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

The offices for the NC Council of Churches sit half a block from Hillsborough Street—the street that automatically conjures up images of NC State, as well it should since the […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Children & Youth, Council News, Prophetic Voice, Public Education, Religion & Society

First Days on the New Job

August 10, 2015 By The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Jennifer is pictured on a spring break trip with students to Nome, Alaska. Monday, August 3, was my first day at work. The staff laughed with me when hearing that announcement since […]

First Days on the New Job

August 10, 2015 by The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Executive Director

Jennifer is pictured on a spring break trip with students to Nome, Alaska. Monday, August 3, was my first day at work. The staff laughed with me when hearing that announcement since […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News

PHW Featured in June Magazine Article

August 6, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Earlier this summer, Partners in Health and Wholeness was featured in an Atlanta-based magazine article on faith and health. The June feature appeared in “Upscale” magazine and shared information about PHW’s work […]

PHW Featured in June Magazine Article

August 6, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Earlier this summer, Partners in Health and Wholeness was featured in an Atlanta-based magazine article on faith and health. The June feature appeared in “Upscale” magazine and shared information about PHW’s work […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News, Health

Statement on the Shootings in Charleston

June 18, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

With people across the world, the North Carolina Council of Churches grieves with the congregation of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, SC. This kind of violence against people […]

Statement on the Shootings in Charleston

June 18, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

With people across the world, the North Carolina Council of Churches grieves with the congregation of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, SC. This kind of violence against people […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Equality & Reconciliation, Gun Violence, Race/Ethnicity, Worship

George’s Retirement Luncheon — Thanks to All~

June 8, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

There were so many hands, heads, and hearts that made the retirement luncheon for George Reed a joyful event, that it’s impossible to thank all involved. The short list of […]

George’s Retirement Luncheon — Thanks to All~

June 8, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

There were so many hands, heads, and hearts that made the retirement luncheon for George Reed a joyful event, that it’s impossible to thank all involved. The short list of […]

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Congratulations to Harriette Thompson

June 7, 2015 By George Reed, Former Executive Director

Photo via Telesport.al In my decades in North Carolina, first with the NC Baptist State Convention and then with the NC Council of Churches, I’ve known and worked with lots […]

Congratulations to Harriette Thompson

June 7, 2015 by George Reed, Former Executive Director

Photo via Telesport.al In my decades in North Carolina, first with the NC Baptist State Convention and then with the NC Council of Churches, I’ve known and worked with lots […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Aging, Council News

Leadership and Hope at the Margins

June 5, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

By Wayde Marsh, Duke Divinity School Intern This past Tuesday, more than 200 people celebrated the career of NC Council of Churches Executive Director George Reed before his retirement at […]

Leadership and Hope at the Margins

June 5, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

By Wayde Marsh, Duke Divinity School Intern This past Tuesday, more than 200 people celebrated the career of NC Council of Churches Executive Director George Reed before his retirement at […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Council News, Environment, Farmworkers, Food, Good Government, Immigration, Prophetic Voice, Religion & Society

Retirement Luncheon — Directions

May 29, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We look forward to seeing those of you who will be joining us for George Reed’s retirement luncheon on June 2. While the program begins at noon, we encourage you to arrive […]

Retirement Luncheon — Directions

May 29, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We look forward to seeing those of you who will be joining us for George Reed’s retirement luncheon on June 2. While the program begins at noon, we encourage you to arrive […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News

What Can We Say? An Invitation to Write to George

April 21, 2015 By Rose Gurkin, Former Program Associate for Administration

George Reed’s retirement luncheon is set for Tuesday, June 2. This is a short five weeks from now.  Of course everyone will miss him in his role as Executive Director, […]

What Can We Say? An Invitation to Write to George

April 21, 2015 by Rose Gurkin, Former Program Associate for Administration

George Reed’s retirement luncheon is set for Tuesday, June 2. This is a short five weeks from now.  Of course everyone will miss him in his role as Executive Director, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Raleigh Report Tagged With: Council News

The Venue Is Important

April 17, 2015 By George Reed, Former Executive Director

Two events this month have reminded me of how fortunate the Council is to have congregations willing to host our events. The first was the Faith and Immigration Summit, held […]

The Venue Is Important

April 17, 2015 by George Reed, Former Executive Director

Two events this month have reminded me of how fortunate the Council is to have congregations willing to host our events. The first was the Faith and Immigration Summit, held […]

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Welcome Jennifer Copeland as Executive Director

April 16, 2015 By George Reed, Former Executive Director

  I’m exceptionally pleased to announce that the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland has been named by the Council’s Governing Board to be the next Executive Director of the North Carolina […]

Welcome Jennifer Copeland as Executive Director

April 16, 2015 by George Reed, Former Executive Director

  I’m exceptionally pleased to announce that the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland has been named by the Council’s Governing Board to be the next Executive Director of the North Carolina […]

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Retirement Luncheon for George Reed — June 2

April 15, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Please join us at Raleigh’s Highland United Methodist Church as we wish Executive Director George Reed well in his retirement. The buffet lunch will be catered by The Irregardless Café […]

Retirement Luncheon for George Reed — June 2

April 15, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Please join us at Raleigh’s Highland United Methodist Church as we wish Executive Director George Reed well in his retirement. The buffet lunch will be catered by The Irregardless Café […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News

2015 Legislative Seminar — Directions

April 10, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We are delighted to have so many of you joining us for Tuesday’s Legislative Seminar. Directions are below. We will be able to accommodate some additional registrations prior to the seminar […]

2015 Legislative Seminar — Directions

April 10, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

We are delighted to have so many of you joining us for Tuesday’s Legislative Seminar. Directions are below. We will be able to accommodate some additional registrations prior to the seminar […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News

Easter Greeting

April 4, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Lo, the fair beauty of earth, from the death of the winter arising, every good gift of the year now with its Master returns. Excerpted from Hail Thee, Festival Day, […]

Easter Greeting

April 4, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Lo, the fair beauty of earth, from the death of the winter arising, every good gift of the year now with its Master returns. Excerpted from Hail Thee, Festival Day, […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News

Support the NC Council of Churches through AmazonSmile

March 19, 2015 By Ashley Yohman, Program Associate for Finance and Development

The North Carolina Council of Churches is now partnering with AmazonSmile, a program launched by Amazon that automatically gives a portion of your online purchases back to the charity of […]

Support the NC Council of Churches through AmazonSmile

March 19, 2015 by Ashley Yohman, Program Associate for Finance and Development

The North Carolina Council of Churches is now partnering with AmazonSmile, a program launched by Amazon that automatically gives a portion of your online purchases back to the charity of […]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Council News

Council Puts Hot Topics on the Table

March 16, 2015 By Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The mission of the NC Council of Churches extends into many areas that highlight the links between faith and public policies. And of the various events and activities sponsored by […]

Council Puts Hot Topics on the Table

March 16, 2015 by Steve Ford, Former Volunteer Program Associate

The mission of the NC Council of Churches extends into many areas that highlight the links between faith and public policies. And of the various events and activities sponsored by […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured, Raleigh Report Tagged With: Children & Youth, Council News, Economic Justice, Elections, Environment, Equality & Reconciliation, Good Government, Health, Healthcare Reform, Immigration, Interfaith, LGBTQ, Living Wage, N.C. General Assembly, Public Education, Religion & Society, State Budget, Taxes

Coming to the Seminar? Bring a Friend!

March 11, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council’s 2015 Legislative Seminar is about a month away, and we have an exciting program of preachers, workshops, and presenters planned. If you’ve already registered to be with us, […]

Coming to the Seminar? Bring a Friend!

March 11, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

The Council’s 2015 Legislative Seminar is about a month away, and we have an exciting program of preachers, workshops, and presenters planned. If you’ve already registered to be with us, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured, Raleigh Report Tagged With: Action Alert, Council News, Economic Justice, Elections, Environment, Equality & Reconciliation, Good Government, Healthcare Reform, Immigration, Interfaith, LGBTQ, N.C. General Assembly, Organized Labor, Public Education, Religion & Society, State Budget, Taxes

Register for 2015 Legislative Seminar — Updated with Workshops and Presenters

March 3, 2015 By Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Join us on April 14 at Greenwood Forest Baptist Church in Cary for the Council’s 2015 Legislative Seminar. Held every two years, the Seminar equips people of faith with the […]

Register for 2015 Legislative Seminar — Updated with Workshops and Presenters

March 3, 2015 by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Join us on April 14 at Greenwood Forest Baptist Church in Cary for the Council’s 2015 Legislative Seminar. Held every two years, the Seminar equips people of faith with the […]

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