JUSTICE & MERCY

AT THE CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.” -Luke 4:18

Church of the Resurrection believes firmly in the gospel’s comprehensive scope: that Jesus brings not just remission of sins but individual and social transformation, the lifting up of the weak and vulnerable, and justice to the oppressed (Matt. 25:31-46, Luke 4:18-19, Gal. 2:9-10, Eph. 2:8-10, Titus 2:11-14). We long for a world characterized by the peace and reconciliation of Christ (Eph. 2:14-17, Rev. 21:1-8), and we work toward that promised world through deeds of service in the name of Jesus.

Our efforts are organized through two primary teams.

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BENEVOLENCE COMMITTEE

The Benevolence Committee strives to meet the financial needs of members and regular attenders of Church of the Resurrection as well as our neighbors in the Washington, DC area. Its primary mission is to address short-term and acute needs. The benevolence committee is funded by both the annual budget and direct donations.

You may apply for a benevolence grant here, or contact the leader of the benevolence committee here.

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CROSS CULTURAL JUSTICE MISSION

Washington, DC is a city deeply divided by race and class. Church of the Resurrection recognizes the opportunity and the call on our congregation to work toward racial justice and cross-cultural understanding. CCJM strives to catalyze Church of the Resurrection to consider and address this complex of issues through inward-focused development and discipleship and outward-focused efforts.

Such efforts take the form of classes and discussions, on the one hand, and service and outreach efforts to our neighbors on the other. We strategically partner with other organizations that have greater experience and wisdom addressing these issues, all with the goal of lifting up the name of our just and merciful God.

To learn more about CCJM, email the leader here.

 

OTHER SERVICE OPPURTUNITIES

Church of the Resurrection also partners in various ways with gospel-minded organizations across the city. These organizations include the following:

Little Lights, a holistic community ministry for at-risk families.

DC 127, a ministry supporting children and families involved in DC’s foster care system.

Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center, encouraging and supporting parents in choosing life for their children.

Central Union Mission, a comprehensive ministry for displaced men.

Christian Legal Aid of DC, providing free legal counsel and support services for the poor and displaced in Washington.