At the root of the word advocacy is ‘vocare,’ meaning to call, or speak. In our advocacy as Episcopalians, we are calling out the challenges and we are speaking on behalf of those who have no voice. This training will encourage partnership among our communities and parishes, with one another, and between our Church and a wounded society. Join us as we learn to be stronger advocates, grounded in our faith.
9:30 - 10 am
Registration and Coffee
10 am - 11 am
Advocacy 101 workshop
This interactive session will focus how to frame a message and narrative to demonstrate our values and how to taking action rooted in Christian practices both as individuals and as congregations.
11 am - 12 pm
Theological Framework Panel Discussion
Why should Christians engage in the public sphere? What are the Biblical and theological imperatives that motivate us for such engagement? What unique compelling message do people of faith bring to the table? How do we choose the issues we advocate for?
12 pm - 12:45 pm
Box Lunch and Networking
12:45 - 2 pm
Overview of the New Hampshire and Maine political landscapes
Participants divided by state for this conversation about the local landscape, which advocacy topics will be hot in the upcoming legislative session, and how you can speak your faith in the advocacy process.
2 pm - 2:15 pm
Closing Prayer and Dismissal
For more information,contact Laura Simoes, Missioner for Community Engagement, Episcopal Church of NH, lsimoes@nhepiscopal.org
or email Lynn Eaton at leaton@nhepiscopal.org or call 603-224-1914.