Public Advocacy Update December 2024
Missouri voters achieved significant victories in the November 5 election, passing Proposition A to raise the minimum wage and guarantee paid sick time, and Amendment 3 to ensure reproductive freedom. Advocacy efforts will continue into the 2025 Missouri Legislative Session, focusing on defending these wins and organizing In-District meetings with legislators. Join efforts to demand respect for voters’ decisions, protect direct democracy, and empower workers through the Know Your Rights campaign.
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Vote Faithfully: A Word From Bishop Deon Johnson
We conclude our special election series with a reflection from The Rt. Rev. Deon K. Johnson, 11th Bishop of Missouri.
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VOTE FAITHFULLY TO PROTECT OUR DEMOCRACY
We continue our special election series with a reflection from Mary Karr, a member of Christ Church Cathedral and a member of the League of Women Voters of Metro St. Louis.
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VOTE FAITHFULLY FOR CREATION CARE
We continue our special election series with a reflection from Rev. Kevin McGrane Sr., Missioner for Creation Care.
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VOTE FAITHFULLY FOR LGBTQIA2S+ RIGHTS - DeWayne Trainer
We continue our special election series with a reflection from DeWayne Trainer, Missioner for LGBTQIA+ Ministry and Engagement, Member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in St. Louis
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From Many Prayers for an Election: 2024 Election Resources
Beginning on Sunday, October 20, 2024 and concluding on Sunday, November 10, 2024, communities of faith within the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri are invited to pray with intention for our nation as we the people prepare to vote faithfully in the November election.
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VOTE FAITHFULLY FOR PUBLICLY FUNDED, PUBLICLY GOVERNED, PUBLIC SCHOOLS
We continue our special election series with a reflection from Jeanette Schoenberg, Rector’s Search Committee, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, St. Louis, and Director, Affton School District Board of Education.
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VOTE FAITHFULLY TO SAVE LIVES FROM GUN VIOLENCE – Janet Hyde, Associate Missioner for Gun Violence Prevention
We continue our special election series with a reflection from Janet Hyde, Associate Missioner for Gun Violence Prevention.
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PASTORAL CARE INCLUDES GETTING SOULS TO THE POLLS – The Rev. Jeff Goldone
We continue our special election series with a reflection from The Rev. Jeff Goldone, Chaplain at Saint Louis University Hospital and Transitional Priest at Trinity CWE.
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DIALING FOR DEMOCRACY – Jeff Wunrow, Co-Missioner for Advocacy, Gun Violence Prevention
We continue our special election series with a reflection from Jeff Wunrow, Co-Missioner for Advocacy, Gun Violence Prevention.
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