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Jesus and Justice: Believe! Pray! Act!

 Young Adult Advocacy Conference for College Students and Seminarians.

September 26-28, 2025 | First Presbyterian Church, Lansing, Michigan

Join us at the Jesus & Justice Advocacy Conference, hosted by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), this fall in Lansing, Michigan! This conference is perfect for college students and seminarians who want to learn effective ways to stand up for causes they believe in, build networks, and engage with advocacy topics in meaningful ways. The event will take place from September 26-28 at First Presbyterian Church in Lansing, and the cost to attend is just $15.00.

Important Information for Attendees

As a regional conference, we are pleased to offer complimentary meals throughout the event to ensure you have a great experience. However, attendees are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of their own housing. We recommend booking accommodations early to secure the best options available. If you need any recommendations or assistance with local lodging, feel free to reach out to us at: Jesusandjustice@pcusa.org.


 

Conference Schedule

2025 “Jesus and Justice” YAAC Schedule

  • Day 1: September 26

  • Day 2: September 27

  • Day 3: September 28

"Advocacy is non-negotiable to me"

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About Us

The Advocacy Offices of the Presbyterian Mission Agency

Presbyterian Office of Public Witness
 

The Presbyterian Office of Public Witness is the public policy information and advocacy office of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Its task is to advocate, and help the church to advocate, the social witness perspectives and policies of the Presbyterian General Assembly. The church has a long history of applying these theologically-based insights to issues that affect the public — maintaining a public policy ministry in the nation’s capital since 1946.

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Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations
 

The Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations has been actively engaged in the global community since 1945, maintaining special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council since 1998. Amid the challenges of the UN, the ministry aims to inspire, equip, and connect Presbyterians for faithful discipleship in the global community. 

 

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Upcoming Conferences: Save the dates!

Fall 2025: Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Georgia
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