POLICY BRIEFINGS
FOR PASTORS AND FAITH LEADERS
designed to equip faith leaders to educate and advocate for faith-based communities.
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THIS MONTH'S FOCUS ISSUE:
Vital Resources for Those Impacted
By the Government Shutdown
The Good News in Bad Times is a bi-weekly policy briefing explicitly crafted for faith leaders on advocacy and ministry's front lines.
This month, we are focused on resources to help those affected by the extended shutdown of the U.S. government. We are deeply grateful for the generosity of churches, nonprofits, community organizations, and corporations that are stepping up to feed the hungry and offer hope in the face of uncertainty. Yet, charity cannot replace responsibility. Government exists to protect and serve, not to neglect. We urge leaders to act immediately to reopen the government and restore stability for millions of Americans.
CALL TO ACTION TOOLS: Sample Letter to Congress
Below is a draft letter you can put on your letterhead. Sending a letter to Congress about issues is public education and advocacy, allowed by IRS laws (Revenue Ruling 2007-41). Please share a copy of your letter with us at info@skinnerleaders.org
Your Full Name]
[Your Title / Church / Organization]
[Your Address]
[Email Address] • [Phone Number]
[Date]
The Honorable [First and Last Name]
[U.S. House of Representatives / U.S. Senate]
[Washington, D.C. 20515 / 20510]
Re: [TOPIC]
Dear [Senator/Representative Last Name],
As a faith leader and your constituent, I urge you to protect the most vulnerable in our communities based on Jesus Christ's teachings, which remind us that we must take care of “the least of these.”
I am deeply concerned about (INSERT YOUR CONCERN HERE). These decisions disproportionately harm Americans of ALL backgrounds, including low-income and aging populations.
Now more than ever, we need moral courage in public policy. As a person of faith, I ask you to lead with justice, mercy, and compassion.
Thank you for your service. I am praying for your leadership.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Church or Organization]
