Community Health & Advocacy
Grace Urban Ministries is committed to exploring ways for the Church to “seek the welfare of the city” that is torn asunder by political & economic powers in rebellion to Christ’s just and compassionate reign.
Health Services & Education
The healthcare crisis, particularly among the most vulnerable, has stimulated congregation-based health professionals to consider ways to offer their skills, for example, through school-based dental screening or community health fairs. Learn More
Disaster Preparedness
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the spotlight was put on the critical role that congregations play in times of disaster, prompting local San Francisco philanthropy to explore what faith-based response to a catastrophic earthquake might mean. Learn More
Civic Engagement
Neighborhood-based congregations are strategically positioned to engage the issues of the day (e.g. health care, immigration,etc.) at a grass-roots level, whether in the form of voter education, voter registration, legislative advocacy, or community convening. Learn More
From our latest newsletter…
"During Lent and Eastertide, I reflect on Luke 15, Jesus our Good Shepherd, who instructs how I care for kids in our church, as the kids in the neighborhood where God has called our congregation…Our dental screening at Willie Brown Academy has been one of the ways we have see our good Lord shepherd us into this neighborhood and join Him in his good work."
