In 2016 we formally proclaimed ourselves to be a Just Peace congregation of the United Church of Christ. The Just Peace movement is a direct response to the centuries-old theory that seeks to justify Christians condoning, or being involved in a so-called “Just War.”
In following the non-violent example and teachings of Jesus we will work toward a world that promotes the well-being of all people, where conflicts are resolved through non-violent communication and negotiation, without resort to war, exploitation, or violence – and to embody these principles in our life and witness as individuals, and as a congregation.
Our Just Peace Action Team (JPAT) focuses on these four main areas of concern and action (we currently support seven partners (see URL’s below). Donations to help us support these partners may be mailed to our church at P.O. Box 945, Lincoln City, OR 97367 with the notation “JPAT Fund #2270” on the memo line of the check
Earth Justice – so that life is sustained
- Climate Change reversal/mitigation – https://350pdx.org/action/
- Environmental and species protections – https://www.lcv.org/take-action/
Economic Justice – so that all may live with dignity – https://www.ocpp.org/about/
- Equal opportunity jobs and wage fairness
- Consumer justice
- A more just and moral corporate structure
Just Peace Among Nations – so that human lives and all life on earth is valued and protected
- War is not an acceptable solution to International disputes – https://www.fieldsofpeace.org
- Migrant, immigrant, and refugee support
- Human Trafficking
Social Justice & Equality – so that all may live free from fear
- Equality for all (racial, gender, LGBTQ+, age, disabled, etc.) – https://openandaffirming.org/ona/
- Food, housing, health care, and education for all
- Lower recidivism through prison reform and restorative practices
- Address anger, fear, hatred, and the violence they breed –
