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As our Spring interns conclude their time with BJC, we’re reminded that faith freedom is carried forward by courageous leaders like Aaron, Michelle, and Seth. We’re grateful for their time with us, and hopeful for the ways they’ll continue to shape religious freedom for ALL!

The right to vote is foundational to democracy — and to religious freedom. BJC stands with all people of faith and none in defense of full civic participation.

The administration's Anti-Christian Bias Report advances religious privilege—not religious freedom for all. Statement from BJC Executive Director @AmandaTylerBJC. bjconline.org/bjc-responds-t…

BJC Executive Director @AmandaTylerBJC responds to the Department of Justice indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center. A thriving civil society is not incidental to religious freedom — it is the condition that makes religious freedom possible. #ReligiousFreedom #CivilSociety

Faith must never be compelled — not even by a poster on a classroom wall. See our full statement on today’s Fifth Circuit ruling in Nathan v. Alamo Heights ISD. #Religiousfreedom #FirstAmendment #PublicSchools #SchoolPrayer

BJC is hiring! If you’re a relational, detail-oriented professional who is energized by connecting people to purpose and committed to protecting religious liberty for all, we encourage you to apply. Learn more and apply: bjconline.org/bjcjobs/

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is attempting to restrict housing assistance to U.S. citizens and certain eligible noncitizens. Religious freedom is not abstract. It is the right to belong somewhere. Learn more & get involved: bjconline.org/actnow/

You can hear the full conversation on the Respecting Religion podcast, available everywhere. bjconline.org/best-of-how-to…

Is separation of church and state in the Constitution? This week, a member of President Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission called it the “biggest lie." That’s ridiculous. In this clip from the Respecting Religion #podcast, @AmandaTylerBJC discusses how to respond.

BJC Executive Director @AmandaTylerBJC spoke to @WSJ about what happens when political power wraps itself in religious authority — and what it means for religious freedom for all. Read the full piece: ow.ly/4pnm50YK0Sf Join the movement: bjconline.org

Join fellow ministers – across denominations and traditions – to hear from faith leaders engaging in courageous action and to gather in small groups to share, discern, and encourage one another. Sign up here: secure.everyaction.com/WTR5D6JgHUm2QN…

Many clergy are navigating the pressures of ministry these days with great care, and we’re grateful to offer a space rooted in connection, courage, and faithful presence. Our next Clergy Quarterly Touchpoint will focus on the intersections of immigration & religious freedom.

Listen to Respecting Religion on your favorite podcasting platform, or play it on our website: bjconline.org/best-of-kenned…

A 2022 Supreme Court decision continues to sow confusion and misguided claims. On the #podcast, we’re revisiting our conversation on Kennedy v. Bremerton, where the Court ruled for a coach and abandoned protections for the religious freedom rights of *students.*

2. Stay in the fight on SBOE. Sign up to receive updates and action alerts as the April SBOE meetings approach: secure.everyaction.com/PKA9z5RWgk2wvt…

1. Share your story. If you or your community were part of the fight against SB11, if you testified, organized, or watched your school board vote no, we want to hear from you: secure.everyaction.com/0sAkfIa97Eyvlr…

Nearly every one of Texas's 1,200 school districts rejected SB11, the state-organized prayer in school law. Parents, students, teachers, clergy, and community leaders across Texas showed up, spoke out, and won. But the fight is not over.

Listen to "Respecting Religion" for the full conversation from our archives, including a Q&A after the film screening. bjconline.org/best-of-rob-re…

What makes this country great? Rob Reiner told us in 2024 that it’s our pluralistic society and the freedom of religion. Revisit this conversation on Christian nationalism and the film @godcountrymovie with Reiner and director Dan Partland.