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Peace and Justice Ministries

The Peace and Justice Ministries Office of the Episcopal Church equips Episcopalians to carry out the promise made in their Baptismal Covenant to "strive for peace and justice and respect the dignity of every human being."

The programs seek to support justice ministries at the local level by supporting networks - domestic and international, by providing resources, by sustaining committees and networks, and by advocating the social policies of the church to government


Social Justice Ministry
Carrying out the Church's anti-racism and social justice programs with resources and traingings for diocese and congregations.  Click here to learn more...

Jubilee Ministry
Recognizing social service and advocacy programs in congregations and providing training, networking opportunities, and grants.  Click here to learn more...


Government Relations
Take part in the ministry of Social Justice Advocacy with the Office of Government Relations and the EPPN.   Click here to learn more...

Criminal Justice
Resources and guidance for diocese and congregations involved in or starting prison ministries.  Click here to learn more...


Environmental Stewardship
Learn about what you and your church can do as stewards of God's creation.  Click here to learn more...

Peace Ministries
Providing resources to assist congregations and individuals understand the Israeli/Palestinian conflict, what the Church's policies are, and steps towards justice and peace.  Click here to learn more...


Additional Peace and Justice Ministries
Social Responsibility In Investments
Congregations and dioceses are encouraged to vote shareholder proxies on their stock portfolios based on national Church policy and shareholder resolutions filed by Executive Council. Issues include equality in the workplace, working conditions in overseas operations, environmental standards and military investments.
Decade to Overcome Violence (2000 - 2010)
Churches Seeking Reconciliation and Peace (DOV) is an initiative of the World Council of Churches that calls churches, ecumenical organizations, and all people of goodwill.
Conscientious Objection
A Faithful Response