| “We support the troops and we’re gonna bring war to an end!” Support the Troops by Jacob David George (1982 - 2014) |
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| Dear friend,
Our nation is in a fight for its core values. In the same week that the first trillionaire-making pay package was announced, millions of Americans are going without SNAP. While ministers praying for disappeared family and neighbors are banned from federal property, the Pentagon hosts Christian Nationalist prayer services. After voters declared affordability and zealous democratic representation were priorities, the Senators folded on the needs of poor constituents. These contradictions show the struggle at the core of America today. This struggle touches the lives of every American, and it’s a struggle we’re ready to wage.
In this letter: Veterans Day: Join Common Defense in condemning the Trump Administration’s misuse of federal forces Congratulations: Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis was honored as a distinguished alumni with the UPenn Award of Merit Events: The rest of the month we’re taking part in so many powerful events. We hope to see you there.
With radical hope, The Kairos Team |
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| | | Today, we look to our veteran leaders spearheading the charge against the illegal deployment of our military, national guard, and other federal forces. As extremist politicians and corporate elites try to divide us, veterans are mobilizing to demand justice, transparency, and accountability. They refuse to stay silent in the face of rising racism, hate, and violence.
In addition to hosting town halls and other events this Veterans Day, our co-strugglers at Common Defense have been loudly condemning the federal government’s recent abuse of the armed forces.
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Social Impact Alumni Award |
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| Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis was honored with the University of Pennsylvania's Social Impact Alumni Award in recognition of her "lifelong efforts to use her fearless voice on behalf of the poor and dispossessed, and for boldly speaking the truth with clarity, conviction, and love". |
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Tues, Nov 18: #FreeFamilies Resistance under Trump 2.0 |
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On Tuesday, November 18th at 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 2 pm PT, the National Coalition to End Family and Child Detention invites you to join us for an interactive webinar to learn about:
The history of family detention in the U.S.; The current conditions families face in detention and the policies that fuel this unjust practice; What people across the country are doing to oppose family detention and protect their communities; and How you can join the movement to #FreeFamilies from detention once and for all.
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Wed, Nov 19: Young Organizers Survival Corps info session |
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Our student/youth organizing school begins this January. On Wednesday November 19th @ 8-9 pm ET, come learn more and ask questions.
In these dark and dangerous times, we draw hope from the courageous actions of so many, especially young people. From working to keep families together to practicing life-saving mutual aid to protesting war, violence, climate chaos and attacks on workers and communities, there is a multi-generational non-violent movement for change rising up across the nation. |
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Thurs, Nov 20: Learn more about Luke 10 Congregations |
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At this critical moment in history, when Christianity is being distorted and weaponized, churches can – and indeed must – play an important role in rebuilding community connections, meeting urgent needs, confronting and resisting attacks on the poor and marginalized, and casting a vision for the just and inclusive society we are called to build. The Luke 10 Congregations program is designed to support congregations in meeting this moment, while creating a supportive network of congregations who are all seeking to do this work in their respective communities.
More information sessions will be held: Tuesday December 9th @ 7pm ET / 4pm PT Thursday January 22nd @ 12pm ET / 9am PT |
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Thurs, Nov 20: Invest in Our NY Virtual Lobby Day |
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As we head toward the start of the 2026 legislative session in January, our fight to protect New Yorkers from harmful federal cuts is more urgent than ever. That means doubling down on our campaign to raise revenue and tax the rich — ensuring the state has the resources to protect critical public benefits and services. Join Labor-Religion Coalition and our partners in the Invest in Our NY coalition for a Virtual Lobby Day on Thursday, November 20th. |
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Tues, Nov 25: Holiday Songs for Collective Action! |
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On Tuesday, November 25, from 4:00 - 5:30 PM ET, join Songs in the Key of Resistance (SKOR) for a Holiday Songs for Collective Action session!
As we enter this holiday season, we invite you to join us for a collective songwriting session where we’ll re-imagine familiar tunes to move our communities toward freedom and justice. Together, we’ll learn from a growing repertoire of resistance carols and co-create new lyrics that lift up the struggles and hopes of our people.
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Jan 24, 2026: Being the Church: One Day Conference |
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Poverty continues to plague our communities and nation. Unfortunately, deprivation in certain communities is rooted in systemic oppression and inequitable policies that disproportionately impact underrepresented groups. Churches and their members have a vital role in pursuing justice and equality. This year’s Being the Church One-Day Conference will examine the link between policy and poverty, equipping congregations to move beyond charity-based responses toward a dual focus – meeting immediate needs while advocating for lasting systemic change. |
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