Social Justice
Social Justice Advocacy
Social Justice advocacy at Village is deeply rooted in Christian principles and aims to promote God’s peace and justice in various spheres. Through initiatives like Village for Gun Sense, the Building Beloved Community committee and pilgrimages to important historical and educational sites, Village actively addresses societal challenges while promoting compassionate community engagement and education on issues of social justice.
Focus Areas
Gun Regulation
Village for Gun Sense
The Presbyterian Church (USA) has committed to leading the national effort to end gun violence, calling 2022-2032 “The Decade to End Gun Violence.” In response, Village for Gun Sense formed to advocate against unregulated access to firearms and gathers regularly to address community safety concerns and participate in education opportunities. Email us to get involved.
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Racial Justice
Building Beloved Community
Village Church believes fighting racial inequality begins with examining your own heart and mind and educating yourself regarding cultural biases. We are committed to pursuing racial justice starting with ourselves and extending to our community, our nation, and the earth. As part of this commitment, Village formed the Building Beloved Community committee, which engages in community education, research and collaboration with local antiracism organizations.
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Environmental Issues
Earth Care Congregation
Since 2011, Village Church has been a certified Earth Care Congregation through the PC(USA), integrating environmental practices and thinking in worship, education, facilities and outreach. Village is committed to reducing its carbon footprint through energy efficiency improvements, with the ultimate goal of having zero carbon emissions. Our call is to promote earth-keeping within and beyond the walls of our church.
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Voter Education
Village Votes
We actively encourage participation in democratic processes, regardless of political party or belief. On societal issues Village Church aligns with the stated beliefs of the PC(USA), but more importantly, we recognize the invaluable gift we have been given in our democratic government and encourage congregants to become active, enthusiastic participants.
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Good Faith Network
Village is proud to be a member of the Good Faith Network, an interfaith justice organization composed of more than 25 congregations across three faith traditions in Johnson County, Kansas with a mission of pursuing justice around our community’s most pressing problems.
Matthew 25 Congregation
Village Church is recognized as a Matthew 25 Congregation by the Presbyterian Church (USA). We have joined over 1,100 other congregations worldwide in this movement that centers on these three focus areas: building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism and eradicating systemic poverty. This work is a direct response to the good news of Jesus and a faithful expression of what it means to be Christ’s disciples in this time and place.
Faith in Action
Join Us
Attend a meeting of the Social Justice Committee and see what we’re all about. We typically meet on the first Tuesday of each month at Mission Campus. Contact us at the email address below for questions and more information.