- Protecting Religious Freedom and Liberty of Conscience
We affirm that religious freedom is a God-given right grounded in Scripture and vital to a just society. This freedom extends beyond private worship to include the public expression and communal practice of faith. We support policies that safeguard the autonomy of religious organizations, protect individuals’ rights to follow their conscience, and uphold the freedom of all people—of any or no faith—to live according to their deeply held beliefs, both in the U.S. and around the world.
- Safeguarding the Nature and Sanctity of Human Life
We affirm that every human life—created in the image of God—possesses inherent dignity and worth, from conception to natural death. We uphold a consistent ethic of life that protects the most vulnerable, including the unborn, the elderly, the disabled, and those facing poverty or terminal illness. We advocate for public policies that oppose abortion, euthanasia, and unethical medical practices, while supporting ethical scientific advancement and compassionate care that upholds the sanctity of human life in all its stages.
- Strengthening Marriages, Families, and Children
We uphold marriage as a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman and affirm the family’s vital role in nurturing love, responsibility, and character. We support policies that protect parental rights, strengthen family stability, and promote the well-being of children, especially among the vulnerable. While respecting pluralism, we oppose cultural and policy trends that undermine family integrity and commit to restoring and supporting families through both church ministry and public efforts.
- Seeking Justice and Compassion for the Poor and Vulnerable
We believe God calls us to love and care for all neighbors, especially the poor and vulnerable, reflecting their inherent dignity as image-bearers of God. We support just laws and policies that protect the marginalized—including children, immigrants, refugees, and those trapped in poverty—and promote access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunity. We also advocate for responsible family support, criminal justice reform, and compassionate immigration policies, while encouraging global efforts that empower the poor, promote human rights, and foster just and thriving communities.
- Preserving Human Rights
We uphold the God-given dignity and rights of every person, including life, liberty, and religious freedom. We affirm governments’ responsibility to protect these rights, promote the common good, and support strong democracies globally. We call for safeguarding against abuse, sexual violence, and unjust imprisonment, advocate for compassionate refugee resettlement, and endorse a criminal justice system that balances justice, rehabilitation, and restoration.
- Pursuing Racial Justice and Reconciliation
We affirm the biblical truth that all people are created in God’s image and called to live in unity and mutual dignity. We repent of the Church’s past complicity in racism and commit to confronting systemic racial injustice by promoting reconciliation, healing, and leadership that reflects our diverse communities. We advocate for just policies that protect voting rights, redress historic wrongs, and enable all people to fully participate and flourish in society as ambassadors of Christ’s peace.
- Promoting Just Peace and Restraining Violence
We uphold the biblical vision of just and peaceful societies where conflict is resolved through patient dialogue, justice, and nonviolent means. While recognizing the government’s role in restraining violence and defending the vulnerable, we call for strict adherence to just war principles and caution against the use of nuclear weapons. We encourage Christians to engage in prayerful peacemaking, support veterans, and promote responsible policies that pursue sustainable peace both domestically and internationally.
- Caring for God’s Creation
We recognize caring for God’s creation as a sacred responsibility given by the Creator, calling us to be faithful stewards who conserve and renew the earth rather than exploit it. We acknowledge the serious threats of pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change—especially on the vulnerable—and urge both personal stewardship and public policies that promote environmental protection, energy efficiency, and sustainable resource use. We affirm that caring for creation is an act of discipleship, reflecting God’s redemptive work in restoring all things.
