With One Body And One Spirit: Returning to Church 3.0 1. The theology, ethics & values which guide these recommendations are anchored in 1 Corinthians 12:26-27, “If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it. Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.” In times of…
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all consolation, who consoles us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to console those who are in any affliction with the consolation with which we ourselves are consoled by God. – 2 Corinthians 1:1 (NRSV) INTRODUCTION By…
The Wisconsin Council of Churches’ public policy advocacy is guided by Policy Statements that have been adopted by the WCC Board of Directors. These documents bring Biblical study and moral values to bear on ideas of social concern in order to provide a framework for understanding and action by people of faith. The WCC Policy Statements include: Statement on Economic…
On Behalf of Our Children: Wisconsin’s Racial Disparities and the Call of the Gospel Wisconsin ranks last among the states in the well-being of African American children, according to a nationwide study conducted by Annie E. Casey Foundation. Asian and Hispanic children also ranked lower than Caucasians in Wisconsin. What’s driving these dismal statistics? And how can congregations play a constructive…
Loving Our Interfaith Neighbors The Wisconsin Council of Churches is pleased to share with you this groundbreaking resource for Wisconsin congregations, “Loving our Interfaith Neighbors: A Study-Action Guide.” On the 10th anniversary of September 11th, the WCC and the Islamic Society of Milwaukee co-hosted a day of dialogue as a powerful witness to the importance of interfaith understanding and cooperation…
Becoming Welcoming Communities–Immigration Reform, 2nd Edition Ready to download? Click here. Or read on for an introduction to the guide. The United States is a nation of immigrants, continually reshaped by new groups of people bringing diverse cultures, perspectives, and resources. Yet, in Wisconsin, as in the nation as a whole, immigration has become one of the most emotionally charged…
Hunger at Our DoorstepA Study-Action Guide for Wisconsin CongregationsSecond Edition This resource from the Wisconsin Council of Churches aims to help congregations learn about and respond to hunger in their communities. Basic questions about hunger provide the starting point for the curriculum: Who is hungry in Wisconsin? What are the impacts of hunger? What can be done about hunger? What…
Voter Resources Living in a democracy is a precious gift, and as Christians we understand ourselves to be stewards of the gifts God has given us. With the right to participate in the political process comes the responsibility to exercise that gift on behalf of the common good. The Wisconsin Council of Churches offers the following resources to assist you and other…
Mandatory Reporting for Clergy What the Wisconsin Law Means for Clergy & Congregations Legislation On April 9, 2004, Governor Jim Doyle signed Senate Bill 207 which impacts the ministry of every clergyperson and congregation in the State of Wisconsin. The legislation aims at protecting God’s most precious creation: the children of Wisconsin. The bill requires clergy to report suspected cases…
