Clergy across traditions are being invited into a timely and necessary conversation about faithful leadership in a moment of growing pressure and polarization.
On Thursday, January 29, 2026, clergy are invited to participate in Confronting Christian Nationalism: Faith-Rooted Organizing for Clergy, an online gathering hosted by BJC as part of its Clergy Quarterly Touchpoint series. This facilitated Zoom gathering will take place from 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Mountain Time / 9:30–11:00 a.m. Pacific Time.
Christian nationalism continues to threaten religious freedom, democratic norms, and the dignity of vulnerable communities. For pastors and faith leaders, these pressures are not abstract—they are showing up in congregations, councils, and community conversations. This gathering recognizes that clergy carry a unique and sacred responsibility in this moment and that this work is not meant to be carried alone.
This Clergy Quarterly Touchpoint is designed as a space for connection, shared learning, and concrete action, rooted in faith and honest about the risks and limits clergy face. Participants will hear from clergy who have already taken meaningful steps to help their congregations resist Christian nationalism and strengthen pluralism and democracy.
What to Expect
Participants can expect:
A preview of recently released curriculum resources
Honest conversation about risk, limits, and hope
Facilitated breakout groups focused on practical actions clergy can take in the months ahead
Breakout topics include:
Shepherding courage in divided congregations and communities
Leveraging core faith values for community action alongside leaders of other faith traditions
Engaging and talking with elected officials
Spiritual formation through action and practice
Finding supportive networks and organizing spaces
Discernment around public witness
This gathering is intentionally designed for learning and doing—grounded in faith, clear-eyed about the challenges, and focused on what comes next.
Please note: This event is open only to clergy (pastors, priests, rabbis, imams, ministers, and other faith leaders).
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link and event updates.
👉 Register here: secure.everyaction.com/RKFfiFWBskGt39BXkCW47Q2
Clergy are also encouraged to share this invitation with colleagues who may be carrying this work in isolation. We are stronger—and more faithful—when we organize together
