BJC November Newsletter: Religious Freedom, Advocacy, and Faith in Action
The November 2026 newsletter from BJC (Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty) explores the future of religious freedom following the midterm elections, federal school voucher legislation, and new opportunities for congregations, clergy, and young people to engage in faithful public witness.
BJC advocates for religious liberty for all people, including the freedom to believe—or not believe—without government interference. Its latest newsletter offers several resources relevant to Grand Canyon Synod leaders and congregations.
Highlights from the November Newsletter
Religious Freedom After the Election: BJC Executive Director Amanda Tyler reflects on the election results and the organization's commitment to working with leaders of both parties to protect religious liberty.
Federal School Voucher Advocacy: BJC outlines its opposition to the new federal tax credit voucher program and invites readers to learn about its concerns regarding public education, religious freedom, and government funding of religious schools.
Immigrant and Refugee Storytelling Fellowship: High school students from immigrant and refugee congregations are invited to participate in six online sessions exploring religious liberty, public theology, and storytelling. Participating students receive stipends. Applications are due December 15.
Free Congregational Study: Faith, Power, and Politics: Cultivating Religious Liberty as a Christian is a new six-session small-group resource exploring the relationship between faith, political power, religious freedom, and interfaith solidarity.
Clergy Gathering, November 12: BJC's online Clergy Quarterly Touchpoint offers faith leaders an opportunity for connection and conversation, from 10–11:30 a.m. MST.
Share Your Perspective
BJC is also inviting readers to share how religious freedom and public life are affecting their communities. Participants can submit a reflection of up to 150 words describing their experiences, concerns, or hopes for the next two years. Selected responses may appear in BJC's Report from the Capital.
For Lutherans, religious freedom and public engagement connect with our calling to love our neighbors, protect human dignity, and participate responsibly in civic life. These resources offer opportunities for reflection, conversation, and learning across congregations and communities.
