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The Rev. Denise Anderson leads chants during the march. The Presbyterian Week of Action culminated in the Justice Rally and March on August 29, 2020 at the Presbyterian Center in Louisville, Kentucky. | Credit: Rich Copley | PC(USA)

Standing for Social Justice

Presbyterians believe that Jesus Christ made it clear in his teachings we have an ethical responsibility to engage in issues of social justice. Our social witness stance is affirmed by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), which encourages church members and leaders to go to places of suffering and need to alleviate poverty, stop violence, protect the planet from climate change, and seek justice for immigrants, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of color. By engaging in those issues from a biblical perspective, the church recognizes God’s sovereignty over every aspect of human life. 

The PC(USA) has a long history of applying theological insights to issues that affect society, believing that all people are children of God. The church seeks to earnestly discern the will of Christ, and to speak and act with humility and love.

Social Witness Policy

The PC(USA)’s Social Witness Policy, shaped by the Advisory Committee on Social Witness Policy (ACSWP), serves the church’s prophetic role by offering thoughtful studies on ethical and moral issues, fostering Christian discernment, and making policy recommendations for faithful action. 

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How We Serve: Advocacy, Equity, and Justice

Global Engagement

Immigration, International Mission, Israel/Palestine, Partnering With Other Faiths

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Equity and Inclusion

Disability Inclusion, LGBTQIA+ Ministries, Racial Equity, Women's Ministries

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Justice and Peace

Environment, Gun Violence, Hunger, Militarism, Poverty, Reproductive Rights

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Neither the church as the body of Christ, nor Christians as individuals, can be neutral or indifferent toward evil in the world.
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United Presbyterian Church statement, 1958

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