Interfaith Action (SW Michigan Peace & Justice Collaborative) is a coalition of various faith communities who understand that we are stronger when we act together. In a public policy climate where the most vocal voices are narrow and sectarian, Interfaith Action seeks to bring justice-oriented and interfaith voices back into the conversation. The overarching purpose of Interfaith Action, woven from differing faith traditions, is the expression of Love in Action for the healing of our world. Interfaith Action’s work is done through our working groups and alongside community partners.
Interfaith Action
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Interfaith Action (SW Michigan Peace & Justice Collaborative) is a coalition of various faith communities who understand that we are stronger when we act together. In a public policy climate where the most vocal voices are narrow and sectarian, Interfaith Action seeks to bring justice-oriented and interfaith voices back into the conversation. The overarching purpose of Interfaith Action, woven from differing faith traditions, is the expression of Love in Action for the healing of our world. Interfaith Action’s work is done through our working groups and alongside community partners.
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Recent Episodes
April 17, 2025
Faith, Compassion, and Action: Immigration Realities and Faithful Responses
<p>Recorded live on April 16 at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Benton Harbor, this powerful panel discussion brings together voices from the front lines of the immigrant rights movement in Southwest Michigan.</p><p>Hosted by Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan, this event—Faith, Compassion, and Action: Immigration Realities and Faithful Responses—features insights from Rev. Erik Broeren of St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, Betsy Lozoff of the Berrien Immigrant Solidarity Network, and Elizabeth Santana of the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center. Moderated by Nevine Khalil, the conversation explores the realities facing immigrant communities today and how faith-based organizations can respond with compassion and advocacy.</p><p>Tune in to hear stories, policy insights, and practical steps for supporting our immigrant neighbors through informed, faith-driven action.</p>
October 1, 2024
Christian Nationalism: It's Impact on Religion and Politics
<p>What is the impact of Christian Nationalism on politics and religion? </p><p></p><p>Interfaith Action of SW Michigan and The League of Women Voters for Berrien and Cass Counties co-sponsored the following program. Our panel includes Clark Gilpin, Dean Emeritus, University of Chicago Divinity School, and the Rev. Jeffrey Hubers, Senior Pastor, First Congregational UCC, St. Joseph, MI.</p><p></p><p>Music Attribution:"Night Owl" from the Directionless EP by Broke For Free, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License. Available at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Bro">http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Bro</a><a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class="yt-core-attributed-string__link yt-core-attributed-string__link--call-to-action-color" href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0VBRlVleW9ERTNlQ0tjdy1JMjNrNW9NMkhJUXxBQ3Jtc0ttWnJfT2hwYS1yc1ptRllLcm1mc1FXeW96MldMTlZnd29ENmdMdm0tNnA0S0h3WmFDN05zVzJXMGN3dnJtdElQNHZ0NlpwdUxJeFhWczBMNUdfRXVnWDhBemlHeFQtX2ZoczFMczA2Y0NGUzBCNHRsRQ&q=http%3A%2F%2Ffreemusicarchive.org%2Fmusic%2FBrokeForFree%2FDirectionlessEP%2FBrokeForFree-DirectionlessEP-01NightOwl&v=mgZEo7IBogU">...</a>.</p>
June 13, 2024
Faith and PRIDE: Discussion with Elected Officials in SW Michigan
<p>Interfaith Action annually recognizes PRIDE month in June with a program on Faith and PRIDE, exploring current realities for LGBTQ persons on the intersection with faith. This year’s program focused on a discussion with 5 openly gay and lesbian individuals who hold elected office or are candidates for elected office in SW Michigan. </p><p></p><p>Participants in the discussion are: </p><p>- Dave Bunte, Supervisor for Chikaming Township </p><p>- Brook Thomas, Mayor, City of St. Joseph </p><p>- John Bonkoske, Member, City of Bridgman City Council </p><p>- Janet Henderson, Candidate for Berrien County Board of Commissioners </p><p>- Jessica Jackson, Candidate for Berrien County Clerk. </p><p></p><p>Panelists discussed the following questions: </p><p>1. What motivated you to seek political office? </p><p>2. How does your gender identity/sexual orientation influence your perspective on social policy - if at all? 3. Given threats to policies and practices of inclusion, how do you counter hate speech or discriminatory rhetoric — has your faith background influenced you negatively or positively - if relevant at all? </p><p>4. What do you see as primary threats to pluralistic democracy?</p>
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