Abundant life: Economic justice for all

The current economic crisis has affected nearly all of us in some way. We see people around us losing their jobs, their homes and retirement savings. At times like this we as a church clearly must care for those who are affected.

Over the next year, we will be focusing on four specific areas of U.S. policy in which we see potential for taking steps toward greater justice. We invite congregations to pray, reflect and act for economic justice for all.

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Introduction

Faith reflection

Sundays to pray, reflect and act

And many were healed: Health care for all

In the U.S., over 47 million people lack health insurance and half of all bankruptcies result from health care bills. The system is broken.

Proclaim jubilee: A new beginning

Many of the world’s poorest countries suffer from crushing international debt. Debt relief can help create a new beginning.

January 31, 2010 Secure dwelling places: A home for everyone

For many in the United States, an affordable housing crisis started long before last year's economic meltdown.

April 25, 2010 Let justice roll down: Trade for the common good

Unjust trade policies exacerbate conditions of poverty for millions of the world’s poor. Trade policies must advance the common good.

MCC Washington staff would be happy to speak in congregations on these topics. Please contact our office at mccwash@mcc.org or 202-544-6564 for more information.

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