One of the more effective instruments for
seeking justice and peace in the city/community is faith‑based
(congregation-based) organizing. I define faith‑based organizing
as the intentional and disciplined putting of the diverse
peoples of a city in relationship across all racial, economic,
denominational and neighborhood lines for the purpose of making
that city "work better" for the good of all.
Rev. John Heinemier
Resurrection Lutheran Church
Roxbury, Massachusetts
This collection of articles highlights the most noteworthy
and pivotal writing placing congregation-based community
organizing squarely within the calling of the ELCA
 and its 4.9
million members.
This new offering of ELCA.org focuses on the principles,
methods, and positive stories blooming in and around the church
related to the power and energy of community organizing.
It emphasizes the growth and development of leaders in a variety
of different media. This brief introduction previews those
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