The Micah 6 Commission

Micah 6 at Barbara C. Harris Center for planning retreat

The Micah 6 Commission was formed in 2025 to empower parishes to act against racism, economic and educational inequity, and environmental degradation.

“Micah 6 is a guiding call for how we live our faith and baptismal covenant,” says the Rev. Derek Scalia, Chair of the Commission. There are 12 members of the commission, representing each of our 6 convocations. The Commission meets monthly, with several groups working between meetings, and gathers for an annual planning retreat.

Rather than creating new programs, Micah 6 focuses on building relationships with community partners engaged in critical justice work. These partnerships reflect shared learning, mutual respect, and a commitment to long-term impact. Among the commission’s current collaborations:

Supporting Black Heritage Trail of NH, fostering dialogue on race and history
Partnering with the NH Fair Funding Project to advocate for equitable education
Advancing environmental stewardship through the New England Episcopal Path to Creation Justice

The commission has also helped to distribute $85,000 in Coit House funds, administered through the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, to support a wide range of community organizations – from childcare centers and summer camps to youth programs and family services.

Commission members believe that justice takes root most fully when nurtured in parish communities that pray, learn, and serve together. They are committed to ensuring that the wisdom gained becomes a resource for congregations seeking to deepen their own ministries of justice. These faithful committee members believe that sharing stories and opportunities strengthens parish life and inspires local action rooted in the Gospel.

To share your stories of social justice work at your church or to find out more about Micah 6 please email Canon to the Ordinary Tina Pickering.

The commission meets monthly on the first Tuesday of the month.

Feature story from The Vine about the Micah 6 commission here.

Read about the launch of the commission here.