Advocacy
Why Advocacy? Listen to Sharon Felton, CBF’s Congregational Advocacy Manager:
Baptists champion the separation of church and state, but too often we use that to avoid speaking out and engaging in justice work. We ignore the many biblical texts that teach us about advocacy and model God’s people advocating for others. We are called to love our neighbors and to do justice and that involves engaging with policies that harm communities. Advocacy can bring about change.
We never want to be partisan; we do want to equip and encourage people to advocate for justice for all our neighbors. Advocacy calls us to deeper engagement with our communities so that we have a world where everyone has what they need to thrive.
This ministry team is open to all!
Contact Lance on this form to find out how to join us.
The command from Scripture is that we do justice and love our neighbors as we love ourselves. In a time that needs a positive, affirmative voice for justice, we can lift up voices that are have not been heard. Through the development of Woodland’s Advocacy Ministry Team, we will have a direct impact on our community.
Our aim is to learn, invite and equip others, and work
to transform unjust, broken systems.
We have training videos called Amplify, a four-part series from CBF Advocacy. This training is available on our Google Classroom (contact Lance if you want an invitation to view it.) You will learn new ways to demonstrate the love of Christ by addressing systemic causes of problems.
Compassion & Justice Conference
An opportunity from FaithWorks
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20-21, 3036
Riverbend Church
4214 N Capital of Texas HWY, Austin, TX 78746
The FaithWorks Compassion & Justice Conference 2026 will bring together people and organizations from different backgrounds to worship, grow, pray, and take action, focused around racial justice.
You will have the opportunity to hear and learn from the prophetic and diverse voices of leading advocates, pastors, and practitioners who will focus on different aspects of Racial Justice.
We'll hear from Malcolm Foley, pastor and author of The Anti-Greed Gospel, on racial justice from an African-American perspective; Robert P. Jones, author of White Too Long and The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy, will speak from a white Christian perspective; Agustín Quiles will speak from a Latino perspective on the work of mobilizing the Latino Church in Florida to work for justice. Rev. Bethany Molinar and Rev. Lori Tapia will preach to challenge and inspire us in the work of racial justice.
Contact Lance at the form above and ask for Woodland’s special discount code. Then, click here to register, see the schedule, and find the hotel block discounts.
Advocacy in Action
March 1-5, 2026 | Washington, D.C.
Lance attended this event last year. It was a great learning expience and opportunity to talk with the staff of senators and representatives.
This year, we’ll get to:
Learn from leaders at the intersection of faith and politics
Gain insights into how race continues to impact elections
Practice advocacy skills we’ll use in your communities
Prepare for the upcoming election season
Lobby your congressional offices
Come to learn why advocacy matters. Come for training and prep work. Leave inspired and equipped to make an impact!
We begin with dinner at 5:00 pm on Sunday, March 1 and will conclude by lunch on Thursday, March 5.
The registration cost of $250 includes meals, museum tickets and more. Hotel cost is $299/night and includes breakfast (this discounted hotel rate go up on February 1). There will also be a cost for the flight.
Fill out the form above and let Lance know if you are interested in going.
Vote
Voting is a Matter of FAITH, CITIZENSHIP, and DEMOCRACY
It is a kind of prayer and faithful testament to the belief that every citizen bears a responsibility and equal right to determine the future of governance in society. Learn more about exercising your right to vote on this page.
Next Election Date:
Saturday, March 3, 2026
Last Day to Register to Vote: Monday, February 2, 2026
Early Voting: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - Friday, February 27, 2026
Click to find out if you are registered to vote, what is on the ballot, and more.
Contacts
You can make your voice heard on what matters to you. As a constituent, you can contact local, state, and federal people who represent you to have your voice heard.
To find out who represents you (state and federal), fill out this form.
United States Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121 (Give the switchboard operator your zip code and they will connect your elected official’s office (either Senate or House).
Are you having trouble finding contact information for someone? Please let Lance know and he’ll help you.