Action

Justice-Driven, Action-Activated Advocacy

Your voice is vital.

Legislators at local, state and national levels of government listen to their constituents. They want—and need—to hear your perspective. Your passion for mercy and justice for all people brings an important dimension into conversations about community issues and public policy. 

As an individual or as part of one of CRS’ member congregations, your voice matters.  Here are some of the issues you can act on right now.

Advance Reparations & Economic Justice

Join CRS in the fight to correct historic economic injustices!

Sign our Reparations Pledge to commit to take part in statewide efforts to learn, organize and advocate for reparations.

Tell Your Federal Legislators to Pass the Freedom to Vote Act

Promoting and ensuring voting rights is essential for a strong democracy. Please encourage your Congresspeople and Senators to support the Freedom To Vote Act.

Get Involved in Our Work

Find Your Elected Officials

Become a Social Justice Advocate

Get involved in important public policy issues and put your faith into action.

Your voice is important. Legislators at local, state and national levels of government listen to their constituents, and they want—and need—to hear your perspective. Your passion for mercy and justice in daily life for all people brings an important dimension into the conversations about community issues and public policy.

Here are some additional ways to participate in the policy-making process on the city, county, state and federal levels.

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it’s the only thing that ever has.”

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it’s the only thing that ever has.”

— Margaret Mead

  • Learn how a bill becomes a law

  • Request A Speaker

    Invite CRS to your worship services, mission moments and adult education events. We will send informed staff and/or leaders to your congregation or community group.

  • Train to be an Advocate

    Discover our educational workshops and leadership training opportunities.

  • Contact your elected officials

    Find your elected officials and contact them about issues important to you.

  • Preach on faith, justice and issues

    Impact your community using Lectionary Studies as a resource.

  • Register to vote

    Encourage others to participate in elections.

  • Share a CRS blog

    with your online network.

  • Pitch an Opt-Ed or Tip to the Chicago Reporter

  • Support CRS financially

  • Pray for your elected officials

  • Encourage others

    Encourage others to join your advocacy efforts. Ask three friends to take action for every one you take.

  • Host a letter-writing or petition-signing event.