Social Justice & Advocacy Committee
Mission Statement
In light of the Biblical witness to social justice, the Social Justice & Advocacy Committee seeks to inform our congregation about current issues and provide opportunities for advocacy. For more information about this sub-committee of the Outreach, contact chairs Stevie and Tom Hoffman.
Christians for a United Community
Helping our churches and community unite to dismantle the root causes of racism and disparity.
First Presbyterian is proud to be a founding member and supporter of CUC, the 2008 recipient of our Peacemaking Offering. The Social Justice & Advocacy Committee encourages members involvement.
Christians for a United Community [CUC] is an interdenominational, multi-ethnic organization of churches, lay people and clergy who share a common commitment to Jesus and his vision of justice, peace, reconciliation and non-violent social change. Seeking first to address the painful divisions, wounds, and injustices within our own faith community, our overall mission is to work for a just, sustainable and united community for everyone in greater Asheville. To that end, we are eager to work in partnerships with other organizations and individuals who share a similar vision, regardless of faith or religious convictions. For more information about CUC contact Tyrone Greenlee
CURRENT CUC PROJECTS
Justice/Advocacy:
Asheville Buncombe Living Wage Campaign, Justice at Smithfield Campaign
Christians for a United Community Advocacy Board
Anti-Racism Education/Awareness:
Damascus Road Anti-Racism Process
Anti-Racism Workshops
Community Service:
Asheville Middle School AVID Program
Fellowship:
Annual Worship Service & Summer Picnic
A weekly email update of legislation before Congress and the related Presbyterian policy. Presented in a brief format with links to more information. These updates are sent only when Congress is in session.
Recent issues of Witness in Washington Weekly are available for download and printing.