OCCV is committed to seeing Biblical Justice in Oregon for our vulnerable neighbors.
Oregon Coalition of Christian Voices
OCCV is committed to seeing Biblical Justice in Oregon for our vulnerable neighbors.
The Oregon Coalition of Christian Voices advocates for public policies and laws in Oregon that we believe reflect God’s desire for a government structure that promotes the well-being of all, and particularly the marginalized in our society. We believe Christians are called to advocate for those whose voices are not always heard when legislation and policies are being considered. We seek to bring people of faith together to speak from our spiritual and moral values about issues such as poverty, economic fairness, health care, and stewardship for the environment.
We are partners with many faith-based groups and other organizations, most of whom have been around much longer than we have, and who have effectively and faithfully advocated for similar values. We coalesce around our common vision for public policies that reflect Jesus’ teachings about care for the most marginalized.
Educate
OCCV is dedicated to educating people on why it is important to advocate public policy in Oregon. It’s simple, we want to advocate in order to build a community that reflects the priorities of the ministry of Jesus Christ.
Motivate
We want to mobilize the Christian community in Oregon by getting people involved with helping us advocate, helping educate why this is important in your church or life groups, to donate, volunteer, or partner with OCCV.
More than anything, we are working to be a consistent Christian voice on public policy issues in Oregon. We work to make it easier for you to learn the legislative process and to let your voice be heard in Salem when it matters most. We are busy building the Kingdom of God here in Oregon, and we welcome you to join us in this construction project!
Scripture tells us a society will be judged by how well the most marginalized are doing. OCCV is non-partisan, basing our advocacy for government policies and laws on a scriptural mandate, rather than political ideology. Through education, dialogue, partnering organizations, and by bringing the voices of faith to the legislative process in our Capitol, we seek to promote the kingdom of God here on earth.
We have a vision of Oregon transformed by a network of Christian citizens, rooted in the world, active in the public arena, boldly proclaiming the fullness of Christ's vision for humanity, and empowered to work together to shape public policy for the common good.