Topic: Speak Truth to Power: Influencing Sacred Change

Our Christian faith calls on each of us to speak truth to power alongside the most vulnerable. How can we best answer this call in our communities and congregations? Join a webinar with staff from the UCC Washington DC Office to learn more about their work in federal policy advocacy and how you can contact, build relationships with, and effectively influence your members of Congress. Join us to learn more about UCC resources, the current work of the office, and best practices for communicating our faith values with decision-makers. Whether you are brand new to federal advocacy, or are a seasoned member looking to refresh foundational skills, ALL are welcome! Meet the UCC DC Team.

Facilitator: Rev. Michael Neuroth & UCC Washington DC Office Staff

Mike is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ and serves as the Policy Advocate for International Issues in the UCC’s Justice and Witness Ministries’ office in Washington DC.  Prior to joining the staff of the UCC, Michael worked with various ecumenical and interfaith organizations including the World Council of Churches, Church World Service, Ecumenical Advocacy Days, and the Parliament of the World’s Religions.  His current work on international justice focuses on coordinating the UCC’s work and witness as a Just Peace church and related international peace, human rights, and economic justice issues reflected in UCC policy.  He also currently serves as the co-chair for the board of Jubilee USA.  Michael holds master’s degrees in divinity, theology, and social work from Princeton Seminary and Rutgers University.  He currently resides in Washington D.C. with his wife, Amber, and their two boys.