Faith in Action, our diocesan advocacy & public policy ministry, strives to strengthen and deepen discipleship by maintaining a spiritual voice and forum for Christians to speak out about the problems Iowans face.

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Upcoming Events:

All Are Welcome in Iowa

Thursday March 28, 7:30-9am
Hosted by Interfaith Alliance of Iowa

While the Governor holds her annual Iowa Prayer Breakfast, pushing an agenda that leaves many Iowans out in the cold, the Interfaith Action Fund will host the All Are Welcome in Iowa gathering in the first floor rotunda of the Iowa statehouse. Speakers from various beliefs will share a message that everyone is welcome and belongs. A light breakfast will be provided. No reservations are required.

 

Recent News:

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Why We Oppose the "Religious Freedom" Bill SF2095/HF2454
Why We Oppose the "Religious Freedom" Bill SF2095/HF2454
Bishop Monnot's Public Comment on House File 2389
Bishop Monnot's Public Comment on House File 2389
Rev. Abrahamson speaks against bill to reinstate death penalty
Rev. Abrahamson speaks against bill to reinstate death penalty
 
 

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Weekly Updates:

Our friends at Interfaith Alliance of Iowa put together a weekly email with what’s happening in the legislature while it’s in session. Sign up here

Diocese of Iowa Registered Lobbyists

The Rev. Wendy Abrahamson

The Rev. Marcus Haack

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Some of the topics Faith in Action addresses are:

 

Annual Event:

EPISCOPAL DAY AT THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Each year, Episcopalians gather at the Capitol with Bishop Betsey Monnot and fellow Episcopalians and advocate for public policy with our legislators. This year (2024) we joined with Interfaith Alliance of Iowa and our Lutheran siblings for the day. We go over some bills before the General Assembly, look at where our diocese stands on them, hear from lawmakers, and then each have an opportunity to try to meet face to face with our senators and representatives to share our positions with them. Whether it’s your first time at the Capitol or you’d consider yourself a “regular,” all are welcome to join!

This event usually takes place in February.

Advocacy Resources

(for more specific resources by topic, click on a topic image above)

Iowa

 

Video: Called to Speak Out in the Public Square

Video: Interfaith Alliance of Iowa 2023 Clergy Day of Action

Asking our representatives to protect LGBTQ+ children and the bodily rights of all people.

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