Civic Engagement

A healthy community exists when each individual sees his or her well-being tied to the welfare of the whole, and therefore actively participates in, and contributes to the arrival of, shared commitments that result in a just and hospitable society. Christian congregations, shaped by relationally restorative message of the gospel, are called to embody a communal ethic characterized by the kind of interdependence deeply lacking in our society today.

Community Forums

Through church-based forums, GUM sets the table for pastors and congregational representatives to meet together with service providers, government officials, community advocates, and residents to share knowledge, offer resources, and discern policies regarding current challenges like health care access, immigration, and food security.Learn More

Legislative Advocacy

Through Call-to-Advocate, congregations are informed of local, state or national policies that affect the most vulnerable communities, for example, health care access for the uninsured, and given the opportunity to practice speaking to such polices from a gospel perspective through letter writing or phone calls.

Voter Registration & Education

In conjunction with existing venues, such as church-based health fairs, GUM works with advocacy organizations to assist with voter registration drives, along with workshops or gatherings to inform neighbors about current policies, or bills being deliberated, that may help, or harm, them.