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…
Demitria Gallaread writes: “I am not a public speaker. But this past year, I have had the opportunity to work with GUM to develop a presentation on the city’s health programs, Healthy SF and SF Health Plan. I have given two presentations…at both events I inevitably experienced a turning stomach, a rapidly pounding heart…The feeling of inadequacy was not a dull pain but a jarring throb…”